By issuing a teaching credential, New York State certifies that the holder has satisfied the degree, coursework, assessment, and experience/internship requirements established by the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education.

     There are three major categories of "Teaching Certificates for Public School Service" established by Part 7 of the Rules of the New York State Board of Regents:

     a. Administrative and supervisory
     b. Classroom teaching
     c. School service (e.g., counselors, psychologists)

     Part 7 also provides for a Certificate of Qualification which is used in all the major categories.


The New York State Education Department 
Site for Teacher Certification


Online Certification Verification System
     This site allows you to verify the certification status of teachers employed in New York State public schools. It also allows you to establish the subjects that can be taught by the holder of a given certificate.