Welcome to the Office of the State Superintendent of Education's (OSSE’s) Division of Teaching and Learning Educator Credentialing webpage. Here is where you will find all information and services related to educator certification in the District of Columbia.
Please choose a menu item below for information regarding the service you are seeking:
Announcements
Attention Educators! OSSE’s new educator credentialing system is LIVE. Visit ecis.osse.dc.gov to easily apply. Reminder Notice! New exam for educators seeking elementary education certification starting Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025. Visit the Educator Credentialing Exams page for more information. School-based Health Professionals |
Chat with a Specialist
OSSE offers live one-on-one consultations and technical assistance support every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Please refer to the options below to schedule an appointment for the service you require.
- To schedule an appointment to discuss requirements, required documentation, or other general information, click Educator Credentialing Office Hours.
- To schedule an appointment to receive technical assistance to use or access the ECIS system to submit an educator credential application, click ECIS Technical Support Office Hours.
Additional Links and Resources
- Application for Letters of No Objection – Visa Sponsors
- Out-of-State Credential Holders (Reciprocity)
- Educator Credential Areas and Fee Schedule
- ECIS V3.0 User Guide
For more information or questions, please contact [email protected].
For technical assistance or support using our online application system, please contact [email protected].
If you are an international educator credential applicant, please contact [email protected].