Overview
Educator Licensure
Nonpublic School Approval
Teacher Preparation and Program Approval
Professional Standards & Teacher Education Board
Educator Dashboard
Bachelor's degree or higher
Holds a valid credential from one of the following:
American Montessori Society;
Association of Montessori Internationale; or
A program accredited by the Montessori Accreditation Council for Teacher Education
Passing score on an approved Reading Instruction assessment
On April 1, 2024, Maryland introduced new licenses and new licensing requirements for educators. The following credentials are considered historic and may be transferred to a comparable license at the time of renewal.
Professional Eligibility Certificate (PEC)
Standard Professional Certificate I (SPC I)
Standard Professional Certificate II (SPC II)
Advanced Professional Certificate (APC)
Montessori Professional Certificate (MPC)