Florida educators must be certified to teach in our public schools and in many of our private schools. Educators include classroom teachers, school administrators, and other support professionals, such as guidance counselors and media specialists.

You may use the secure Online Licensing Service site to: Submit an application for Educator Certification in Florida (see instructions below) Access current information about your Florida certification record

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The Florida Department of Education provides resources to school districts, universities and educators to help ensure that the state's educational workforce becomes highly effective in improving student achievement.

Serving nearly 2.8 million students, 4,400 public schools, and 28 colleges, the Florida Department of Education serves its citizens and communities through early learning programs, K-12 and higher education, skills training, and career development.

Need help with determining the Florida subject that matches your out-of-state certificate? See our list of Florida certification subjects and our chart of Florida subjects that compare to NBPTS certification areas. Want to learn more about the certificates and the requirements to qualify?

Click Here for Technical Help with Online Licensing Service site. To accurately locate your individual records within our large volume of certification information, please include the following:

A valid certificate issued by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards will renew the Florida certificate in the subject shown on the national certificate.

To obtain an initial license to operate in the State of Florida planning to offer degrees, diplomas, or certificate programs, a person must first go through the Commission’s license application process.

Please indicate the validity period for your Florida Certificate : July 1, to June 30, 4. NON-FLORIDA EDUCATOR CERTIFICATES/LICENSES: Include a photocopy of the front and back of your certificate(s) for review Certificate Type State/National Organization Certificate Number Subject/s and Grade Level/s Validity Period (mm/dd/yyyy to mm/dd/yyyy)