DESE Opens Online Certification System
Since June 1, 2011, all educator certification applications are submitted electronically through the Department's new online certification system. To begin the application process, applicants (new graduates, as well as educators seeking renewals and upgrades) will need to create a user I.D. and profile. Once an individual account and access is established, the applicant can select the appropriate online application to complete and submit to the Department.
- Paper applications will no longer be accepted. All requests for certification must be made through the on-line certification system.
- Guide to Understanding Certification Web Applications
- Access to the New Certification System
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Webinar information -June 21
- Powerpoint handout from the recorded April 22 Webinar that covered the On-Line Educator Certification System
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If you have additional questions or have difficulty logging into the certification web applications, please email certification@dese.mo.gov or call 573-751-0051. You may also contact your regional professional development center:
Regional Contact Reference