Teacher and Educational Administration Candidates
Please visit the New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Emergency COVID-19 Certificate guidance webpage for information about certificate eligibility and application details.
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Once you have completed an Approved Teacher Preparation Program from the College, you are ready to earn your initial certification. Follow the appropriate steps to ensure that you are certified and ready to take the next step in your career.
Applying for Professional Certification
To apply for professional certification you must:
- Currently hold an initial certification
- Earn a master's degree
- Have three years of full-time teaching experience
- Have a mentored experience
- Complete DASA Training
Professional Education Unit
The Professional Education Unit (PEU) is an academic unit on campus devoted to the preparation of education professionals. PEU consists of all education professional preparation programs on campus across all disciplines.