Kansas Teacher Certification
We've put together a step-by-step guide for KS would-be teachers.
Standard Kansas Teacher Certification
- Earn your Bachelors Degree from an accredited school
- Teacher Prep: This includes prep courses, student teaching, and other types of internships. To receive a KS teaching Certification, you must have experience in the classroom, even if it’s not paid.
- Pass the content area tests (subject area). See tests and requirements for details. You will also need to pass the Pedagogy Assessment (PLT)
- Request fingerprint card
- 160 days of experiences within last 5 years
- Call (515) 281-3245 for a fingerprint package
- Submit the following:
- Completed Application (teacher preparation school)
- Check/money order payable to Bd. Of Educational Examiners
- Official transcripts, degrees, and school credits
- Copies of all test scores
- Mail to:
Teacher Ed and Licensure
KS State Department of Education
120 SE 10th Avenue
Topeka, KS 66612-1182
(785)291-3678
- Do you want to renew your Kansas Teacher Certification?
Alternative Approach for the Kansas Teacher Certification
Alternatively, there is another path you can take to get your teaching credentials in Kansas which allows you to start teaching before you complete the teacher education program.
- Obviously you must still earn your Bachelors Degree from an accredited university. Ideally, you should always continue your education in efforts to earn a Master’s degree.
- Request fingerprint card
- Job offer from Kansas School District
- Submit the following:
- Completed Application
- $36 Check/money order payable to Kansas State Department of Education
- Official Transcripts of all degrees and credits you have earned
- Fingerprint card
- Also, include copies of all test scores
- Mail to:
Teacher Ed and Licensure
KS State Department of Education
120 SE 10th Avenue
Topeka, KS 66612-1182
(785) 291-3678
Top Online Schools
Kendall College Early Childhood Education Program
- B.A. in Early Childhood Education - Without Certification
- Illinois Type 04 Certification Preparation (Post-Baccalaureate)
- B.A. in Early Childhood Education - With Certification
Northcentral University
- International Education - Doctor of Education
- Global Training and Development - Doctor of Education
- General Education - Master of Education
Post University
- Early Childhood Education
- A.S. in Early Childhood Education
- B.S. in Child Studies
Grand Canyon University
- M.Ed. in Early Childhood (Does not lead to initial teacher licensure)
- M.Ed. in Early Childhood (Leads to initial teacher licensure)
- M.A. in Teaching - Professional Learning Communities (Does not lead to initial teacher licensure)
Columbia Southern University
- AA General Studies
University of Phoenix
- Educational Specialist
- Doctor of Education/Curriculum and Instruction
- Doctor of Education in Ed. Leadership/Educational Technology
Kaplan University
- MS in Education (for Existing Teachers Grades K-12)
- MS in Education - Educational Psychology
- MA in Teaching (for Aspiring Teachers Grades 5-12)
Concordia University Online
- M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction: Curriculum & Instruction: Early Childhood Education
- M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction: Career and Technical Education (CTE)
- M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction: Methods & Curriculum
The University of Liverpool
- Doctor of Education (Higher Education)
Stratford Career Institute
- Early Childhood Education
- Teacher's Aid
Walden University
- M.S.Ed - Professional Development (Grades PreK-12)
- Ph.D. in Education - Mixed-Model
- Ph.D. in Education - KAM-based
Strayer University
- M. ED.: NEW Curriculum, Instruction, Assessment
- M.ED: Instructional Technology
- M.ED: Teacher Leadership
Ashworth College
- Associate of Science Degree in Early Childhood Education
- Teacher Assisting
Western Governors University
- B.A. in Early Childhood Education (Birth through Grade 3)
- M.A. in Teaching (K-8)
- M.S. Curriculum and Instruction
Full Sail University - Online
- Education Media Design & Technology, Master of Science (Online)
Jones International University
- M.Ed. in K-12 Instructional Technology
- M.Ed. in Educational Leadership and Administration: Principal and Administrator Licensure
- M.Ed. in Higher Education Leadership and Administration
Keiser University Graduate School
- Education, MS - Teaching and Learning (Online)
- Education, MS (Online)
- Instructional Design and Technology, PhD (Online)
American InterContinental University Online
- Master's (M. Ed.) in Educational Assessment and Evaluation
- Master's of Education (M.Ed.) in Instructional Technology
- Master's of Education (M.Ed.) in Curriculum and Instruction
Photo by Chris Hartman on Flickr.com
TEACHERS: Boost your earning potential with a Master's Degree!
Highest Rated Online Schools
