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(Valid certificate from another state; completion of an out-of-state approved program; met issuing state's qualifying scores to receive certificate) |
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Step 1.
You must hold a valid (current) professional certificate from another state, completed an out-of-state apporved program, and have met the issuing state's qualifying scores required for the professional certificate.
Step 2.
To request your initial Maryland certificate by mail, submit the following:
- Official transcript(s) in an unopened mailer for all course work taken (community college, baccalaureate, post-baccalaureate, if applicable). Your transcript must show the degree and date of conferral. Student copies in an unopened mailer are also acceptable.
- A photocopy of your valid out-of-state professional certificate;
- Verification of test scores for the required teacher certification tests for your out-of-state professional certificate. (A photocopy of the test scores or an official verification from a state department of education will be accepted.); and
- A cover letter with your name, complete mailing address, social security number, and the area of certification you are seeking. Day time telephone number and personal e-mail address are encouraged.
Send your complete packet to the following address:
Maryland State Department of Education
Certification Branch
200 W. Baltimore Street
Baltimore, MD 21201 |
Step 3.
We will determine your eligibility for certification and notify you in writing. |
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| Maryland State Department of Education |
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(410) 767-0412 or toll free 1 (866) 772-8922 |
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