Michigan Teacher Licensure
Learn more about alternative teacher certification, and teacher licensure in the state of Michigan!
As a Michigan teacher, you are required to hold a current teaching certificate for your position. You are encouraged to work towards completing your renewal requirements one to two years prior to your certificate's expiration date to prevent risk in employment. If you have any questions, please contact credentials@nhaschools.com.
Alternative Teacher Certification
Michigan Department of Education offers alternative routes to certification or endorsements. Alternative certification routes are often shorter and more cost effective for educators who are changing careers or who have already obtained their bachelor's degree outside of education.
An Interim Teaching Certificate (ITC) is a one-time certificate issued to educators enrolled in an alternative certification program. This certificate allows an individual to work as the primary teacher while completing hours to obtain their Standard Certificate.
NHA® currently offers partnership programs with Professional Innovators in Teaching and Teachers of Tomorrow. Please reach out to certtesting@nhaschools.com for more information.
An Interim Teaching Certificate (ITC) is a one-time certificate issued to educators enrolled in an alternative certification program. This certificate allows an individual to work as the primary teacher while completing hours to obtain their Standard Certificate.
NHA® currently offers partnership programs with Professional Innovators in Teaching and Teachers of Tomorrow. Please reach out to certtesting@nhaschools.com for more information.
Requirements for Licensure
To qualify for an alternative certification, each candidate must:
For other requirements and information on the Interim Teaching Certificate (ITC), visit the Alternative Routes to Teacher Certification or Endorsement webpage.
- Be enrolled in an Alternative Certification program.
- You can find a list of Michigan approved teacher preparation programs and providers on the MDE's Directory of Educator Preparation Providers and Programs website.
For other requirements and information on the Interim Teaching Certificate (ITC), visit the Alternative Routes to Teacher Certification or Endorsement webpage.
How to Apply
You can apply for your alternative certification and Interim Teaching Certificate through your certification program.
Michigan Teacher Licensure Resources
Use the links below to locate information regarding Michigan certifications, licenses, and permits.
Certificate Costs
Michigan Department of Education
Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (MTTC)
Reciprocity for Out-of-State Applicants
Renewing Your Certification