NJ certification
New Jersey teacher certification
Teaching credentials in New Jersey
Each row is a credential New Jersey 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate of Eligibility (CE) | Yes | 99 | No | K-6, 5-8, PK-12 |
| Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS) | Yes | 99 | No | K-6, 5-8, PK-12 |
| Emergency | Yes | 0 | Yes | K-6, 6-8, 9-12 |
| Limited CE | Yes | 0 | No | K-6, 5-8, 9-12 |
| Limited CEAS | Yes | 5 | No | Elementary, Middle, Secondary |
| Provisional | No | 2 | Yes | K-6, 5-8, PK-12 |
| Standard | No | 99 | No | K-6, 5-8, PK-12 |
| Substitute credential | No | 5 | Yes | Not reported |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate of Eligibility (CE) | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | No | No | No |
| Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS) | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | No | No | No |
| Emergency | Yes | No | No | No | No | No | No | Yes | No | No | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Limited CE | Yes | No | No | No | No | No | No | No | No | No | Yes | No | No | No | No | No | No |
| Limited CEAS | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| Provisional | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Standard | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Substitute credential | No | No | No | No | No | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Verify a teaching license in New Jersey
Teaching licenses in New Jersey are verified on the lookup service run by DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, STATE OF NEWJERSEY. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate of Eligibility (CE) | No | Not reported | Not reported | Not reported |
| Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS) | No | Not reported | Not reported | Not reported |
| Emergency | Yes | 2 | 1 | Not reported |
| Limited CE | No | Not reported | Not reported | Not reported |
| Limited CEAS | No | Not reported | Not reported | Not reported |
| Provisional | Yes | 1 | 2 | Adequate progress toward standard certification as indicated by weeks of mentoring and, for alternate route teachers, participation in required professional training. |
| Standard | No | Not reported | Not reported | Not reported |
| Substitute credential | Yes | 99 | 5 | Fee + 60 credit hours from a regionally-accredited IHE |
Emergency and temporary credentials
| Credential | Initial | Years | Renewable | Grade levels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency | Yes | 0 | Yes | K-6, 6-8, 9-12 |
| Limited CE | Yes | 0 | No | K-6, 5-8, 9-12 |
| Limited CEAS | Yes | 5 | No | Elementary, Middle, Secondary |
Out-of-state teachers
Title II lists no separate out-of-state credential for New Jersey. Ask DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, STATE OF NEWJERSEY how it reviews licenses from other states.
Newly licensed teachers prepared out of state: 1,251.
Substitute teaching
| Credential | Initial | Years | Renewable | Grade levels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Substitute credential | No | 5 | Yes | Not reported |
Alternative routes
- Essex County College
- Essex County Provisional Teacher Training Program (teach while completing)
- Idioma Education & Consulting
- iteach
- Reimagine Education Group (teach while completing)
About New Jersey certification
The New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) supports schools, educators and districts to ensure all of New Jersey's 1.4 million students have equitable access to high quality education and achieve academic excellence. The NJDOE is responsible for overseeing and implementing Pre-K -12 education policies, accountability measures, and regulatory requirements to ensure that every student, school, and district has access to highly trained and effective teachers. This approach includes addressing teacher quality through policy development, collaborating with local education agencies (LEAs) and educator preparation program (EPP) providers, and identifying and collecting data on teacher effectiveness a critical lever to achieving equitable access.
Recently, the NJDOE adopted code amendments to the following programs:
• Preschool through Grade 3
• Reading Specialist
• Early Literacy Specialist
All educator preparation programs (EPP) with the above-mentioned programs, have made program revisions to meet the new requirements.
Additionally, all EPP providers have included 6 credits, or the equivalent, of special education coursework and/or clinical experience, and a course or training in culturally responsive teaching.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get a teaching certificate in New Jersey?
New Jersey reports 8 credentials to Title II, 5 of them initial. 5 initial credentials require a bachelor's degree, 2 require a preparation program and 3 require tests. Apply through DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, STATE OF NEWJERSEY.
How do I verify a teaching license in New Jersey?
Licenses are verified on the lookup service run by DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, STATE OF NEWJERSEY. PT3 does not verify licenses.
Can I renew a New Jersey teaching certificate?
3 of 8 New Jersey credentials are reported as renewable. Renewal details by credential are listed in the Renewal section.
Does New Jersey issue emergency or temporary teaching certificates?
Yes. Title II lists 3: Emergency; Limited CE; Limited CEAS.
Can I teach in New Jersey with an out-of-state license?
Title II lists no separate out-of-state credential for New Jersey. Ask DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, STATE OF NEWJERSEY how it reviews licenses from other states.
Is there alternative teacher certification in New Jersey?
Yes. New Jersey reports 5 alternative routes to Title II.