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  • Documents must be submitted electronically as outlined here.
  • We are currently processing complete application packages received on or before December 1, 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 32,473
Educators newly certified 12,518
Certificate fields first issued 42,356
Educators renewed 6,657
Transactions completed 30,967
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Know the Numbers
This Fiscal Year (Since July 1, 2023)
Applications received 32,473
Educators newly certified 12,518
Certificate fields first issued 42,356
Educators renewed 6,657
Transactions completed 30,967
Know the Numbers
This Fiscal Year (Since July 1, 2023)
Applications received 32,473
Educators newly certified 12,518
Certificate fields first issued 42,356
Educators renewed 6,657
Transactions completed 30,967

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