Skip to agency navigation
Skip to main content

Official website

of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

    The .gov means it's official.

    Local, state, and federal government websites often end in .gov. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania government websites and email systems use "pennsylvania.gov" or "pa.gov" at the end of the address. Before sharing sensitive or personal information, make sure you're on an official state website. 

    You have a degree

    Considered teaching as a career? If you already have a degree it may be easier than you think! Becoming an educator is a great way to make an impact on future generations and open doors for continued learning.

    I have a degree but no teaching certificate

    Experience-Based Certificate

    Get started teaching and earn your certification while in the classroom.

    Experience-Based Certificate

    Substitute Teaching

    Subbing can be part of the process to gain classroom experience.

    Substitute Teaching

    Enroll in a Degree Program

    If you’re thinking about going back to school you might consider a Post Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in teaching.

    Enroll in a Degree Program

    Certification Only Program

    Earn your cert without going through a full degree program. It’s less credits + less time.

    Certification Only Program