Maryland Teacher Certification

So you need a Maryland Teacher Certification? Here is the step-by-step list:

Traditional Approach

1. Earn your Bachelors Degree or Masters Degree
2. Do some student teaching - enough to gain the 180 hours of required experience in the classroom
3. Pass the Praxis I & Praxis II Exams.
4. Submit the following:
   • Requested Application
   • Official transcripts, degrees, and school credits
   • Also, include copies of all test scores
   • Mail to:
     Maryland State Department of Education
     Certification Branch
     200 W. Baltimore Street
     Baltimore, Maryland 21201
     (410) 767-0412
5. Do you want to renew your Maryland Teacher Certification?*
   • Apply for your renewal

Alternative Approach for Maryland Certification

Alternatively, you can teach in Maryland before you complete the teacher education program:

1. Get/Have a college degree
2. Pass the Pre-Professionals Skills Test (PPST)
3. Provide official transcripts
4. Pass the requirements listed above for the traditional Maryland Teacher Certification
5. Call (207) 624-6603 for more information

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