• Out-of-State / Out-of-Country Certification

    Teachers certified Out-of-State or Out-of-Country


    Educators who are certified in another state must have their credentials reviewed in order to become certified in Texas. 

     

    Applicants must satisfy the following requirements:

    • Must apply for a Review of Credentials through TEA
    • Pass all required exam(s)
    • Apply for One-Year-Certificate (if applicable)
    • Must complete all requirements specified in the certification plan prepared by TEA/SBEC after completing the online credentials review.

    Applicants are encouraged to apply for the Review of Credentials immediately as the process through TEA takes approximately 4 to 6 weeks for completion.  Applicants must provide their teacher credentials from their prior state or country along with official transcripts. Out-of-Country applicants must submit official transcripts which must have a detailed evaluation obtained from a foreign credential evaluation services recognized by TEA.

    Visit the TEA links below to obtain more information.

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