Out-of-State Applicants

The revised school code, effective July 1, 1996, introduced the Temporary Teaching Employment Authorization. This will be issued by the Michigan Department of Education to out-of-state applicants for the purpose of employment before the required teacher tests are passed. Requirements are that applicants:

• Have never held a Michigan teaching certificate.

• Hold a valid out-of-state certificate

• Meet all requirements for the Michigan teaching certificate except passage of the appropriate Michigan teacher tests.

This authorization is valid for one year from date of issuance and is non-renewable. The Provisional certificate will automatically be issued upon receiving passing scores on the Michigan Test for Teacher Certification.

For additional information go to www.michigan.gov/mde, Educator Prof. Prep. Teacher Certificate or License/Certificate application forms.

Updated: February 9, 2009 11:56 AM