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 [...]
Can I get a lifetime certificate?
No. Lifetime certificates were last issued in 1985.Â
How do I request a copy of my certificate?
Copies of your certificates can be obtained through the KECS Portal by logging into your account and accessing the Credentials area of your Profile. Credentials can be printed by [...]
What is the status of my application?
It takes approximately two weeks to process an application. All applicants with incomplete applications will receive correspondence from the KECS Portal regarding materials received and items required for completion of the [...]
What supports are available to those pursuing National Board Certification in Kentucky?
Candidates pursuing National Board Certification in Kentucky are encouraged to check out the Kentucky NBCT Network to find resources to support their certification journey. Additionally, candidates can receive support through the [...]
What are the benefits of being an NBCT in Kentucky?
NBCTs in Kentucky receive an annual $2,000 salary bonus for the life of their National Board certificate, which also factors into their retirement. New NBCTs in Kentucky with Rank [...]
