MH certification
Marshall Islands teacher certification
Teaching credentials in Marshall Islands
Each row is a credential Marshall Islands reported to Title II. Initial means a first credential for a new teacher. Years is the length of validity.
| Credential | Initial | Years | Renewable | Grade levels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Certificate I | Yes | 4 | Yes | K-6, 7-8, 9-12 |
| Professional Certificate II | Yes | 6 | Yes | K-6, 7-8, 9-12 |
| Professional Certificate III | Yes | 8 | Yes | K-6, 7-8, 9-12 |
| Provisional Certificate I | Yes | 3 | Yes | K-6, 7-8, 9-12 |
| Provisional Certificate II | Yes | 3 | Yes | K-6, 7-8, 9-12 |
| Temporary Certificate | No | 5 | No | K-6, 7-8, 9-12 |
Requirements
Yes means the state reports the item as required for that credential. Tests shows only whether tests are required; Title II does not name the tests.
| Credential | Bachelor's | Master's | Education degree | Prep program | Tests | Performance assessment | Clinical | Coursework | Credit hours | Min. GPA | Transcripts | Employment | Mentoring | Recency | Background check | Fingerprint | Police check |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Certificate I | No | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| Professional Certificate II | Yes | No | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| Professional Certificate III | Yes | No | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| Provisional Certificate I | No | No | No | No | No | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| Provisional Certificate II | No | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| Temporary Certificate | No | No | No | No | No | No | Yes | No | Yes | No | Yes | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Verify a teaching license in Marshall Islands
Teaching licenses in Marshall Islands are verified on the lookup service run by RMI Public School System. Search there by the teacher's name or certificate number to see current status.
PT3 does not verify licenses and holds no records of individual teachers.
Renewal
Renew times is how many times the credential can be renewed; renewal years is the length of each renewal.
| Credential | Renewable | Renew times | Renewal years | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Certificate I | Yes | 0 | 4 | There is no limit for renewal Satisfactory performance evaluation is encouraged |
| Professional Certificate II | Yes | 0 | 3 | Satisfactory Performance Evaluation There is no limit to number of renewals |
| Professional Certificate III | Yes | 3 | 3 | No limit on renewals for holders of Masters in Education. For non-Education Masters, must complete Certificate of Completion in Teaching within 3 years and then no limit for renewals. |
| Provisional Certificate I | Yes | 3 | 1 | Must complete at least an average of 6 college credits per year. |
| Provisional Certificate II | Yes | 1 | 1 | A one-year extension may be granted upon Board approval. Must complete the Certificate of Completion in Teaching (CCT) to advance to the Professional Level. |
| Temporary Certificate | No | Not reported | Not reported | Not reported |
Emergency and temporary credentials
| Credential | Initial | Years | Renewable | Grade levels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Provisional Certificate I | Yes | 3 | Yes | K-6, 7-8, 9-12 |
| Provisional Certificate II | Yes | 3 | Yes | K-6, 7-8, 9-12 |
| Temporary Certificate | No | 5 | No | K-6, 7-8, 9-12 |
Out-of-state teachers
Title II lists no separate out-of-state credential for Marshall Islands. Ask RMI Public School System how it reviews licenses from other states.
Newly licensed teachers prepared out of state: 0.
Alternative routes
Title II lists no alternative route for Marshall Islands.
About Marshall Islands certification
The Republic of the Marshall Islands has two IHE providers in the country which offer Elementary, primary and Secondary Teacher Education degree choices at the Associate/Diploma level as well as Bachelor degree level.
The Teacher Standards and Licensing Board is tasked with ensuring that all teachers in every classroom in the RMI are qualified to teach.
The Ministry of Education and the Public School System coordinates over 800 teachers to enroll at the local college and university in order to meet the Licensing Board requirements.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get a teaching certificate in Marshall Islands?
Marshall Islands reports 6 credentials to Title II, 5 of them initial. 2 initial credentials require a bachelor's degree, 0 require a preparation program and 0 require tests. Apply through RMI Public School System.
How do I verify a teaching license in Marshall Islands?
Licenses are verified on the lookup service run by RMI Public School System. PT3 does not verify licenses.
Can I renew a Marshall Islands teaching certificate?
5 of 6 Marshall Islands credentials are reported as renewable. Renewal details by credential are listed in the Renewal section.
Does Marshall Islands issue emergency or temporary teaching certificates?
Yes. Title II lists 3: Provisional Certificate I; Provisional Certificate II; Temporary Certificate.
Can I teach in Marshall Islands with an out-of-state license?
Title II lists no separate out-of-state credential for Marshall Islands. Ask RMI Public School System how it reviews licenses from other states.
Is there alternative teacher certification in Marshall Islands?
Title II lists no alternative route for Marshall Islands.