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  • Application status checks are not provided by phone or email.
  • Documents must be submitted electronically as outlined here.
  • We are currently processing complete application packages received on or before September 15, 2023.
  • To help us process applications efficiently, please wait at least two weeks after completing your application before contacting our office with any concerns.

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This Fiscal Year (Since July 1, 2023)
Applications received 21,120
Educators newly certified 9,031
Certificate fields first issued 30,786
Educators renewed 3,341
Transactions completed 18,419
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Know the Numbers
This Fiscal Year (Since July 1, 2023)
Applications received 21,120
Educators newly certified 9,031
Certificate fields first issued 30,786
Educators renewed 3,341
Transactions completed 18,419
Know the Numbers
This Fiscal Year (Since July 1, 2023)
Applications received 21,120
Educators newly certified 9,031
Certificate fields first issued 30,786
Educators renewed 3,341
Transactions completed 18,419

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