Welcome to OSSE’s educator credentialing and certification page, where you will find information pertaining to certification requirements and how to apply.
What are the requirements for a credential?
Teacher Credential Requirements
Service Provider/Pupil Services Credential Requirements
School Administrator Credential Requirements
Added Teacher Endorsement(s)
Duplicate Credential Request
Credential Renewal Requirements
Apply for a Credential Using the E.C.I.S Online Application
The Educator Credentialing Information System (ECIS) is the web-based application that all individuals must use to apply for certification. In ECIS, you will create an online application, provide pertinent information, upload all required supporting documents and pay the required fees using a valid MasterCard or Visa payment card.
- ECIS User Guide
- Registration (all first-time users begin here)
- Sign-in (all returning registered users)
- Checklist of Required Documents to Upload
- Forms for completion and then upload
- Employment Verification Form (verification of prior full-time experience)
- Out-of-State Approved Program Completion Verification Form
- F4 Program Enrollee Admission and Hiring Verification Form
- F1 In-state program completer verification form confirming completion of an educator licensure program completed at a D.C. institution must be obtained directly from the certification official at the institution where you completed your education program.
Alerts/Announcements
OSSE has adopted new regulations regarding regular teacher, school administrator (e.g., principal/assistant principal) and substitute teacher certification.
- Disciplinary Action Reporting Requirements for DC LEAs - June 1, 2017
- Teacher credential regulations - July 1, 2016
- School Administrator credential regulations - July 1, 2016
- As of May 1, 2016, OSSE has discontinued the issuance and renewal of all substitute teacher credentials.
Additional Services, Information and Resources
- Required Exams
- How to Obtain Personal Criminal History Report
- Required Fees
- Checklist of Required Documents to Upload
- Credential Renewal Requirements
Contact Us
For general questions and information regarding educator credentialing and requirements, contact [email protected].
For technical assistance or support using the Educator Credentialing Information System (ECIS), contact [email protected].
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