LibGuides: Education Research Guide: Links for Education and Certification

Credentials and Licensing

How To Become a Teacher

Teachers typically must have at least a bachelor’s degree. In addition, public school teachers must have a state-issued certification or license.*

Finding School Programs and Certification

Where We Work (from Teach.org)
Our mission is to enable you to explore teaching, decide whether it's for you, take the steps to become trained and certified, and set you up for success. We offer guidance, resources and links to get you started on your teaching journey in any state. Just click on the map for details.

Each state has its own set of degree and certificate requirements.

* Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, High School Teachers,
at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/education-training-and-library/high-school-teachers.htm (visited October 04, 2022).