Please note: All students seeking State certification will need to complete a criminal history self-report before GVSU can recommend the candidate to the Michigan Department of Education for their Teacher or Administrator certification.  Please contact the Certification Officer with questions: Kym Pawelka [email protected] or (616)-331-6211.

The Education Program’s Certification page contains information regarding initial Teacher Certification, Administrator Certification, and Certification Renewal requirements: https://www.gvsu.edu/education/apply-for-certification-208.ht.m

Candidates must apply online directly through the Michigan Department of Education’s Website, MOECS: https://www.michigan.gov/mde/0,4615,7-140-5683_57223---,00.html