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Certification

Initial Certificate

This type of certificate isÌýcurrently available for applicantsÌýand is within theÌýSchool Administration and SupervisionÌýand theÌýClassroom TeachersÌýarea of interest.

Initial Certificate
Description A certificate of this type is issued as the entry-level certificate for classroom teachers (issued in the specific subject/grade titles) and the entry-level certificate for the School Building Leader (SBL).
Validity Valid for five years.
Leads to Professional Certificate
Application Fee

$50 based on completion of a New York State-approved program

$100 using all other pathways

Paper Certificate Printed?

No, this certificate is NOT printed at the time of issuance.

Verify this certification in the TEACH System.

Holders of this type of extension may apply for a printed certificate.

Available Titles List of available classroom teaching titles

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First or Second Initial Reissuance - Classroom Teacher
Description A certificate of this type is a reissuance of an Initial certificate that has expired. Go to Reissuance of an Initial Certificate for more information.
Validity Valid for five years.
Application Fee

$50

Paper Certificate Printed?

No, this certificate is NOT printed at the time of issuance.

Verify this certification in the TEACH System.

Holders of this type of extension may apply for a printed certificate.