If applying for a professional teaching certificate prior to September 1, 2013, please view this important information from the College of Education.

Please note: All students seeking teacher certification will need to undergo a criminal background check before being recommended to the Michigan Department of Education. Please contact the College of Education with questions regarding a criminal background check. Email: thelenan@gvsu.edu or coeserve@gvsu.edu

Teacher Certification Bulletin
Information regarding initial Professional Teacher Certification and Renewal of a Provisional Teaching Certificate

Teacher and Administrator Certification Application Instructions
Students must apply online directly through the Michigan Department of Education's website: MOECS.

Teacher Certification - Work Experience Report Form for Michigan Professional Education Certification.
If you are applying for a Professional Teacher Certification, this form must be completed by the Superintendent or Chief Official of the employing school district or school, and returned to the Registrar's Office.

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