Which teaching subject areas may be added using the CA-HQ route?
A certificate extension or endorsement issued under CA-HQ is permitted only in the areas of English, mathematics, sciences, foreign languages, or social studies. Health and physical education areas may [...]
How do I renew my NBCT?
Initial National Board Certification lasts for five years. To maintain an active certification, NBCTS should complete the Maintenance of Certification process before their certification expires. The National Board for [...]
How do I apply for a rank change after earning my NBCT?
Per KRS 161.1211, teachers that receive National Board Certification are eligible for a change in rank. How to Apply for a Change in Rank STEP 1: Log into the [...]
How do I submit official transcripts?
Transcripts are only considered official if submitted one of the following ways: Electronic transcripts sent DIRECTLY from the institution's third-party transcript provider to KDELicensure@education.ky.gov. Electronic transcripts are not accepted if printed by [...]
What is the fee for certification?
Certification Type Fee Rank Change or Addition of Area $85 Regular Certificate (Issuance, Reissuance or Renewal) $85 Adding Area(s) of Certification $85 Ten-Year Substitute Certificate $15 Five-Year Substitute Certificate [...]
I was trained out-of-state. Am I required to take any Praxis assessments?
If you currently hold an Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact eligible certificate/license or are supplying the verified two years of experience, the Kentucky Praxis tests are not required and you [...]
How do I submit my Praxis assessment scores?
The Kentucky Praxis requirements can be found on the ETS website.  If you have tested outside of Kentucky, select the Kentucky Education Professional Standards Board (code 7283) to have [...]
What certificates does Kentucky offer?
Kentucky teaching certificates are outlined in 16 KAR 2:010.  For more information, view the list of all available certificates offered by the Education Professional Standards Board. [...]
How do I add new areas to my certificate?
Kentucky issued certification is generally added based upon completion of an approved certification program. You need to contact a Kentucky college or university. An advisor will evaluate your transcript [...]
What is re-issuance?
If a certificate has lapsed as a result of the applicant’s failure to meet the renewal requirements, the certificate may be reissued at a later date if the applicant completes at least [...]
