Alabama
Education Programs that Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Education Leadership* (*AL professional leadership certificate-Class A 30-credit masters’ degree and completion of a state-approved approach to certification), MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology IntegrationÂ
State Specific Requirements
Alabama participates in the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement, however, jurisdiction-specific requirements include documentation of meeting comparable test requirements. Educational administration and instructional support applicants must meet specific experience requirements.
For MEd students - Alabama does not recognize "endorsements". A person may seek additional certification in certain fields if they; 1) currently hold an Alabama Professional Educator Certificate in a teaching field; AND 2) verifies 2-yrs classroom teaching experience in grades P-12; AND 3) passes the appropriate Alabama prescribed Praxis subject area test.
Learn more about Alabama state board teaching certification requirements.
Alaska
Education Programs that Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership
State Specific Requirements
For MEd students - If an endorsement is completed outside of Alaska, the applicant must be eligible to gain a comparable endorsement or certificate, including any required testing, for that state. This method requires two years of teaching experience in the content area and passing scores on the endorsement-related content area exam. Only where content area exam(s) have been identified may endorsements be added with this method.
Learn more about Alaska state board teaching certification requirements.
Arizona
Education Programs that Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership
Learn more about Arizona state board teaching certification requirements.
Arkansas
Education Programs that Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership
State Specific Requirements
For MEd students – When coursework has been completed through an out-of-state university, the area must first be applied to the out-of-state license.
Learn more about Arkansas state board teaching certification requirements.
California
Education Programs that Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership
Learn more about California state board teaching certification requirements.
Colorado
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
State Specific Requirements
Colorado participates in the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement, however, jurisdiction-specific requirements for applicants with less than 3-years' experience include: 1. Educator preparation program approval from an accredited institution; 2. Degree in content area; 3. Supervised student teaching or internship experience; 4. State-approved alternative educator prep program.
SNHU has not completed the program approval process in Colorado.
Learn more about Colorado state board teaching certification requirements.
Connecticut
Education Programs that Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership
State Specific Requirements
Connecticut participates in the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement and jurisdiction-specific requirements for an inexperienced teacher with less than 30 months of experience within the past 10 years under an appropriate certificate include: 1. Documentation of completion of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university; 2. Recommendation from state-approved teacher preparation program documenting completion of a program; 3. Verification of appropriate experience under a teaching certificate from the district(s) where service was provided (if applicable); 4. Copy of an appropriate certificate covering service time (if applicable); and 5. Successful passage of state-adopted or equivalent out-of-state assessments (unless exempted per statute).
For MEd students – Applicants requesting endorsements to serve as an intermediate administrator or supervisor, a superintendent of schools, or a practicing and language arts consultant must complete a state-approved planned program of educator preparation at an accredited college or university, leading to a formal institutional recommendation for certification.
The SNHU School of Education works with students to ensure the coursework requirements in Connecticut are met.
Learn more about Connecticut state board teaching certification requirements.
Delaware
Education Programs that Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership
Learn more about Delaware state board teaching certification requirements.
District of Columbia
Education Programs that Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd Leadership
Learn more about District of Columbia state board teaching certification requirements.
Florida
Education Programs that Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership
Learn more about Florida state board teaching certification requirements.
Georgia
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
State Specific Requirements
Georgia participates in the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement, however, jurisdiction-specific requirements include: 1. Moral fitness or character; 2. Acceptable license, as determined by our agency; 3. Assessments; 4. Experience; 5. Course in exceptionalities for certain fields.
For MEd students – Endorsements can only be added from Georgia approved programs.
SNHU has not completed the program approval process in Georgia.
Learn more about Georgia state board teaching certification requirements.
Hawaii
Education Programs that Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership
Education Programs that Cannot Be Determined Meet the Requirements
MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education
Learn more about Hawaii state board teaching certification requirements.
Idaho
Education Programs that Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership
State Specific Requirements
For MEd students – Endorsements can only be added from Idaho approved programs.
Learn more about Idaho state board teaching certification requirements.
Illinois
Education Programs that Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership
State Specific Requirements
Illinois participates in the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement and provides a Professional Educator License (PEL) Checklist for Out of State Applicants which states that upon evaluation, additional documentation may be requested by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) prior to the license being issued. The process includes creating an account; consideration for all areas listed on the valid, comparable out of state license; official transcript; and a copy of the valid out of state license. School support personnel (except for school nurse) and administrative endorsements require completion of a master's degree or higher.
Learn more about Illinois state board teaching certification requirements.
Indiana
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
State Specific Requirements
Indiana participates in the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement, however, jurisdiction-specific requirements include content and pedagogy tests, current CPR/AED/Heimlich certification and suicide prevention training. Once requirements are met, a 2-year license is issued.
For MEd students – Endorsements can only be added from Indiana approved programs.
Learn more about Indiana state board teaching certification requirements.
Iowa
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd Leadership, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
Education Programs that Cannot Be Determined Meet the Requirements
MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration
State Specific Requirements
Iowa participates in the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement, however, jurisdiction-specific requirements include: 1. Testing; 2. Specific coursework; 3. Program approval (state-approved).
For MEd students – Endorsements from out-of-state programs require a transcript review and are decided on a case-by-case basis.
SNHU has not completed the program approval process in Iowa.
Learn more about Iowa state board teaching certification requirements.
Kansas
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
State Specific Requirements
Kansas participates in the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement, however, jurisdiction-specific requirements include: 1. Valid license; 2. Recency, which equals credit hours or experience within the last 6 years; 3. Testing – similar out-of-state tests accepted.
For MEd students – Endorsements can only be added from Kansas approved programs.
SNHU is unable to determine the similarity of out-of-state tests.
Learn more about Kansas state board teaching certification requirements.
Kentucky
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
State Specific Requirements
Kentucky participates in the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement, however, jurisdiction-specific requirements include: 1. GPA; 2. Mentoring, student teaching or practicum in teacher prep program; 3. Look for approved, accredited teacher-prep program; 4. Holds or has held a valid certificate from state where teacher program was completed; 5. Post-baccalaureate coursework or degrees for advanced level certification; 6. Moral character and fitness; 7. Assessments for new teachers.
For MEd students – Endorsements can only be added from Kentucky approved programs.
SNHU has not completed the program approval process in Kentucky.
Learn more about Kentucky state board teaching certification requirements.
Louisiana
Education Programs that Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership
Education Programs that Cannot Be Determined Meet the Requirements
MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education
State Specific Requirements
For MEd students – Endorsements from out-of-state programs require a transcript review and are decided on a case-by-case basis.
Learn more about Louisiana state board teaching certification requirements.
Maine
Education Programs that Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership
State Specific Requirements
Maine participates in the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement and has the Jurisdiction-specific requirement of specific coursework.
The SNHU School of Education works with students to ensure the coursework requirements in Maine are met.
Learn more about Maine state board teaching certification requirements.
Maryland
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
State Specific Requirements
Maryland participates in the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement, however, it only has full reciprocity for approved out-of-jurisdiction teacher preparation programs. Jurisdiction-specific requirements include: 1. Required degree (transcript); 2. Tests; 3. License; 4. Verification of satisfactory experience less than 3 years.
SNHU has not completed the program approval process in Maryland.
Learn more about Maryland state board teaching certification requirements.
Massachusetts
Education Programs that Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership
State Specific Requirements
Massachusetts participates in the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement, however, jurisdiction-specific requirements include: 1. Passing the Communication & Literacy MTEL test; 2. Passing any subject matter MTEL test(s.; 3. For core academic licenses, possession of a Sheltered English Immersion (SEI. Endorsement. SEI is required for an Initial (level 3. license, those that pass the test can get a preliminary (level 1. license and advance when they earn SEI.
The SNHU School of Education works with students to help them identify which MTEL exams they need to take that meet both the New Hampshire and Massachusetts testing requirements since Massachusetts does not recognize Praxis, however the New Hampshire Department of Education recognizes MTEL exams in lieu of Praxis.
Learn more about Massachusetts state board teaching certification requirements.
Michigan
Education Programs that Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership
Learn more about Michigan state board teaching certification requirements.
Minnesota
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
State Specific Requirements
Minnesota only requires the passing of content and pedagogy exams for individuals licensed based on teacher preparation from another state. For some licensure areas, specifically in low-incidence special education fields, the content exam taken outside of Minnesota may meet our requirement. Additionally, an individual with a professional license from another state that has not completed teacher preparation, may meet the requirements of a Minnesota Tier 3 license if they also have 2 years of teaching experience.
Learn more about Minnesota state board teaching certification requirements.
Mississippi
Education Programs that Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership
Learn more about Mississippi state board teaching certification requirements.
Missouri
Education Programs that Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching
Education Programs that Cannot Be Determined Meet the Requirements
MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Education Leadership, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration
Learn more about Missouri state board teaching certification requirements.
Montana
Education Programs that Meet the Requirements
BA Elementary Education
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education; MEd Leadership
State Specific Requirements
Montana participates in the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement, however, jurisdiction-specific requirements include: PRAXIS II scores, degrees, character and fitness, and credit count if not CAEP/NCATE approved EPP.
The SNHU Elementary Education program is CAEP accredited.
Learn more about Montana state board teaching certification requirements.
Nebraska
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
State Specific Requirements
Nebraska participates in the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement, however, jurisdiction-specific requirements include: 1. Content test; 2.Human relations course; 3. Special education course; 4. Valid certificate from other state; 5. Transcripts and institutional verification by college of endorsement; 6. Fingerprint clearance.
Learn more about Nebraska state board teaching certification requirements.
Nevada
Education Programs that Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership
Learn more about Nevada state board teaching certification requirements.
New Hampshire
Education Programs that Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Early Childhood Special Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd Leadership CINADM, MEd Leadership in Curriculum Administration, MEd Leadership in School Administration, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership
Learn more about New Hampshire state board teaching certification requirements.
New Jersey
Education Programs that Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership
Learn more about New Jersey state board teaching certification requirements.
New Mexico
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
State Specific Requirements
New Mexico participates in the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement, however, jurisdiction-specific requirements include: 1. Bachelor's degree or higher; 2. Completion of a standard or alternative educator preparation program; 3. Current license; 4. Must take New Mexico assessments if they have not used their license to teach in another state.
Learn more about New Mexico state board teaching certification requirements.
New York
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
State Specific Requirements
New York participates in the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement, however, jurisdiction-specific requirements include: 1. Must have completed a comparable state approved program in the subject and grade level; 2. Bachelor's degree; 3. Undergraduate GPA of 2.5; 3. Paid full-time experience of 3 years within the last 5 years in the cert area and grade level; 4. New York State exams and workshops; 5. Moral character.
SNHU has not completed the program approval process in New York.
Learn more about New York state board teaching certification requirements.
North Carolina
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
Education Programs that Cannot Be Determined Meet the Requirements
MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Education Leadership, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education
State Specific Requirements
North Carolina participates in the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement, however, jurisdiction-specific requirements include: Completion of an approved educator preparation program.
SNHU has not completed the program approval process in North Carolina.
Learn more about North Carolina state board teaching certification requirements.
North Dakota
Education Programs that Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership
Learn more about North Dakota state board teaching certification requirements.
Ohio
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
State Specific Requirements
Ohio participates in the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement, however, jurisdiction-specific requirements include: 1. Testing or other forms of assessment; 2. Supervised and evaluated pre-service or professional experience; 3. Program approval comparability.
SNHU has not completed the program approval process in Ohio.
Learn more about Ohio state board teaching certification requirements.
Oklahoma
Education Programs that Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership
Learn more about Oklahoma state board teaching certification requirements.
Oregon
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
State Specific Requirements
Oregon participates in the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement, however, jurisdiction-specific requirements include: 1. Bachelor's degree; 2. An active, valid license from the state where teacher preparation was completed; 3. Fingerprint-based background check; 4. Content area assessment; 5. The Protecting Student and Civil Rights in the Educational Setting requirement; 6. Official transcripts.
Learn more about Oregon state board teaching certification requirements.
Pennsylvania
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
State Specific Requirements
Pennsylvania participates in the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement, however, jurisdiction-specific requirements include: 1. Grade point average; 2. Content assessment(s); 3. Basic skills if undergraduate; 4. GMC questions; 5. State-approved program
SNHU has not completed the program approval process in Pennsylvania.
Learn more about Pennsylvania state board teaching certification requirements.
Rhode Island
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
State Specific Requirements
Rhode Island participates in the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement, however, jurisdiction-specific requirements include: 1. Testing; 2. Program approval comparability; 3. Valid teaching license.
SNHU has not completed the program approval process in Rhode Island.
Learn more about Rhode Island state board teaching certification requirements.
South Carolina
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
State Specific Requirements
South Carolina participates in the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement, however, jurisdiction-specific requirements include: 1. Valid Stage 1 or 2 license; 2. Passing score on a content examination; 3. Clear federal and state background reports; 4. Comparable area of certification.
Learn more about South Carolina state board teaching certification requirements.
South Dakota
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd Leadership, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
Education Programs that Cannot Be Determined Meet the Requirements
M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration
State Specific Requirements
South Dakota participates in the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement, however, jurisdiction-specific requirements include: 1. Testing (Praxis); 2. Educational program comparability; 3. State statutorily required coursework; 4. Moral fitness; 5. Citizenship; 6. Valid experience in classroom; 7. Valid license in other state ; 8. Post-baccalaureate coursework/degrees; 9. National Board Certification; 10. Pedagogy verification.
SNHU has not completed the program approval process in South Dakota.
Learn more about South Dakota state board teaching certification requirements.
Tennessee
Education Programs that Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership
Learn more about Tennessee state board teaching certification requirements.
Texas
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
State Specific Requirements
Texas participates in the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement, however, jurisdiction-specific requirements include: 1. Completion of a state-approved preparation program; 2. Minimum of a bachelor's degree issued by an accredited institution of higher education; 3. Issuance of a standard certificate by the state department of education.
SNHU has not completed the program approval process in Texas.
Learn more about Texas state board teaching certification requirements.
Utah
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
Education Programs that Cannot Be Determined Meet the Requirements
MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading
State Specific Requirements
Utah participates in the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement, however, jurisdiction-specific requirements include: 1. Passage of the appropriate Utah approved content knowledge assessment at Utah's established passing score OR passage of a reasonably equivalent assessment used for this purpose by another state; 2. Content and pedagogy coursework reasonably equivalent to Utah's required coursework; 3. Completion of some type of student teaching, internship or employment placement.
SNHU has not completed the program approval process in Utah.
Learn more about Utah state board teaching certification requirements.
Vermont
Education Programs that Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
Education Programs that Cannot Be Determined Meet the RequirementsÂ
Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Education Leadership, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration
Learn more about Vermont state board teaching certification requirements.
Virginia
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
Education Programs that Cannot Be Determined Meet the RequirementsÂ
MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Education Leadership, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration
State Specific Requirements
Virginia participates in the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement, however, jurisdiction-specific requirements include: 1. Be at least 18 years of age; 2. The appropriate fees as determined by the Virginia Board of Education and complete the application process; 3. Have earned a baccalaureate degree; 4. Possess good moral character and be free of conditions outlined in Part VII (8VAC20-23-720 et seq.) in the Licensure Regulations for School Personnel; 5. Official student transcripts; 6. Out-of-state license(s), the endorsement area and any additional documentation received with the license(s); 7. Certification of Child Abuse and Neglect Recognition and Intervention Training. An individual may request a waiver must submit a “Request for a Waiver Form”; 8. Individuals seeking initial licensure shall complete awareness training on the indicators of dyslexia, as that term is defined by the Board pursuant to regulations, and the evidence-based interventions and accommodations for dyslexia; 9. Individuals Seeking an Initial License with Endorsement(s) in an Area of Career and Technical Education: Industry Certification Credential (Career and Technical Educators Only); 10. Individuals Seeking an Initial License with an Endorsement as a School Counselor: Training in the Recognition of Mental Health Disorder and Behavioral Distress (School Counselors Only); 11. Individuals seeking initial licensure with an endorsement as a school counselor must include verification of this statutory required training in the recognition of mental health disorder and behavioral distress, including depression, trauma, violence, youth suicide and substance abuse. Refer to Superintendent’s Memo #313-17 for additional information on training options to meet this requirement; 12. Effective August 23, 2019, a school leader's licensure assessment prescribed by the Virginia Board of Education shall be met for all individuals who are seeking an endorsement authorizing them to serve as principals and assistant principals in the public schools; 13. Every teacher seeking an initial license in the Commonwealth with an endorsement in the area of career and technical education shall have an industry certification credential, as defined in 8VAC20-23-10, in the area in which the teacher seeks endorsement. If a teacher seeking an initial license in the Commonwealth has not attained an industry certification credential in the area in which the teacher seeks endorsement, the Virginia Board of Education may, upon request of the employing school division or educational agency, issue the teacher a provisional license to allow time for the teacher to attain such credential.
Learn more about Virginia state board teaching certification requirements.
Washington
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
State Specific Requirements
Washington participates in the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement, however, jurisdiction-specific requirements include: 1. Transcripts showing bachelor's or higher degree; 2. Verification of teacher preparation program completion; 3. Basic skills and endorsement area testing; 4. Fingerprinting submitted to Washington State Patrol and FBI for background check.
Learn more about Washington state board teaching certification requirements.
West Virginia
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
State Specific Requirements
West Virginia participates in the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement, however, jurisdiction-specific requirements if licensed in another state include: 1. Minimum grade point average; 2. Official transcripts; 3. graduation from an accredited institution of higher education; 4. Student teaching experience or equivalent documented experience.
Learn more about West Virginia state board teaching certification requirements.
Wisconsin
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
State Specific Requirements
Wisconsin participates in the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement, however, jurisdiction-specific requirements include the following: 1. Teachers can bypass jurisdiction-specific requirements if they have a valid license from another jurisdiction and one-year of licensed experience; 2. Teachers who hold a valid license from another jurisdiction but do not have a year of licensed experienced are strongly encouraged to obtain the experience on a 1-year Wisconsin license and then apply for a 3-year provisional license, which leads to a lifetime license.
Learn more about Wisconsin state board teaching certification requirements.
Wyoming
Education Programs that Meet the Requirements
BA Early Childhood Education, BA Elementary Education, BA English Education, BA Middle School Mathematics, BA Middle School Science, BA Secondary Mathematics, BA Social Studies & Education, BA Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Early Childhood Education & Early Childhood Special Education, MEd Clinical Dual Certification Elementary Education & Special Education, MEd in Secondary Education with STEM Education
Education Programs that Do Not Meet the Requirements
Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Curriculum and Instruction, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in District Leadership, Cert of Advanced Grad Studies in Educational Leadership, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Dyslexia Studies and Language Based Learning Disabilities, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Online Teaching, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Reading, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Technology Integration, MEd Leadership
Learn more about Wyoming state board teaching certification requirements.
All jurisdictions that participate in the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement may choose to have additional requirements for educators who are coming from another jurisdiction. The additional requirements are known as "Jurisdiction Specific Requirements" (JSRs). When applicable these are noted in the State Specific Requirements column.
