State Certification for Education Programs

STEP 1: Create your TEACH account. 

If you have not done so already, create a TEACH account here.

• Remember to save your username and password for future reference.  
• Also record your first, middle, and last names exactly as you entered them in TEACH. When you get your fingerprints done—and when you take the workshops and certification exams required by the State—entering your name on those exactly as you have in your TEACH account will facilitate the State's access to your records. 

STEP 2: Get your fingerprints taken. 

Next, arrange to have your fingerprints documented to your TEACH account online here  or by calling MorphoTrust/IDEMIA at: 877-472-6915 to schedule an appointment. The service code is 14ZGQT. Using the correct service code is critical so that your fingerprints will appear in your TEACH account. Information provided to MorphoTrust/IDEMIA during the fingerprint application process is electronically transmitted to the TEACH system. 

STEP 3: Submit verification to the Education department. 

After your fingerprints have been taken, visit NY.GOV ID, and sign in using the username and password you used to set up your TEACH account. Navigate to “TEACH Online” and on the next page, select “Account Information.” Under the “Select information you want to view” menu, choose “Fingerprinting” and then “Submit”. If your fingerprint results have been sent, your account will indicate “Your DCJS and FBI results have been received.” 

Create a screen shot of your TEACH account that includes your name and the phrase Your DCJS and FBI results have been received. See the EXAMPLE screenshot on the next page. Submit the screenshot to the Education department using this TEACH Fingerprint Verification form.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out. 

Education Department 
80 President Street 
914-633-2210 
education@iona.edu  

EXAMPLE Screenshot: 

Please ensure that your screenshot includes both your name and the phrase "Your DCJS and FBI results have been received."

Iona University education programs prepare graduates to apply for initial teaching certification in New York State following conferral of their degree. In addition to degree conferral, this application process for certification requires the following additional steps:

REQUEST FOR CERTIFICATION RECOMMENDATION

Upon completion of your program, request formal recommendation for certification by completing the Completer Survey / Certification Request sent to you by your Certification Officer.

To expedite the certification process, it is recommended that you complete all the requirements for the certificate you are seeking, including passing all required State tests (see details below) prior to graduation. You can search the specific requirements for your certificate here: https://eservices.nysed.gov/teach/certhelp/CertRequirementHelp.do

When you are ready to apply for your certification, you will be asked for Iona's Program Code. Select the appropriate code from the list below.

PENDING CERTIFICATION AND EMPLOYMENT

If you are applying for a teaching job, but your certification is still pending, email education@iona.edu to ask for a letter to your potential employer(s) stating that you’re in good standing and/or that your certification is pending.

WORKSHOPS

All students pursuing their initial teaching certification will need to complete the following workshops:

• Child Abuse Identification (Identification and Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect Workshop)
• School Violence Intervention and Prevention (SAVE)
• Dignity for All Students Act (DASA)

Students completing a program leading to Students with Disabilities Certification will also need to complete a Needs of Students with Autism Workshop.

You can find access to these workshops online. It's important to make sure the provider you use is State approved and that they will send your results directly to TEACH. Each workshop has an approved list of providers available online;

Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) Workshop

Child Abuse Identification Workshop

School Violence Prevention and Intervention Workshop

Autism Training

EXAMS

Please visit the New York State Teacher Certification Examinations website for the most recent information on exam requirements, safety net information, and to register for exams.

Upon receiving your exam score report, print out or download a copy immediately because the scores remain accessible for a limited time.

REQUIRED EXAM FOR ALL INITIAL CERTIFICATION PROGAMS

• Educating All Students Test (EAS) 201

BS OR MST IN CHILDHOOD AND EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

• Multi-Subject: Teachers of Childhood (Grade 1–Grade 6) (221/222/245) and Multi-Subject: Teachers of Early Childhood (Birth–Grade 2) (211/212/245)
  • Childhood Part One: Literacy and English Language Arts (221)
  • Childhood Part Two: Mathematics (222)
  • Early Childhood Part One: Literacy and English Language Arts (211)
  • Early Childhood Part Two: Mathematics (212)
  • Part Three: Arts and Sciences (245)
  • *NOTE: Test 245 (Part Three) is required for certification in both Childhood and Early Childhood and must only be taken once.

BA, BS OR MST IN ADOLESCENT CONTENT AREAS

• Content Specialty Test (CST) in certification area associated with program completed:
  1. Adolescent Biology (160)
  2. Adolescent Chemistry (161)
  3. Adolescent English (003)
  4. Adolescent Social Studies (115)
  5. Adolescent Math (004)
  6. Adolescent Spanish (129)

MST IN CHILDHOOD AND SPECIAL EDUCATIOn

• Multi-Subject: Teachers of Childhood (Grade 1–Grade 6) (221/222/245)
• Students with Disabilities CST (060)

MSED IN CHILDHOOD LITERACY, BIRTH - GRADE 6

• Literacy CST (065)

MSED IN CHILDHOOD LITERACY, BIRTH - GRADE 6 AND SPECIAL EDUCATION, GRADES 1-6

• Literacy (065)
• Students with Disabilities (060)

MSED IN ADOLESCENT LITERACY, GRADES 5-12 AND SPECIAL EDUCATION, GRADES 7-12

• Literacy (065)
• Students with Disabilities (060)
• Multi-Subject: Secondary Teachers (Grade 7–Grade 12):
  • Part One: Literacy and English Language Arts (241)
  • Part Two: Mathematics (244)
  • Part Three: Arts and Sciences (245)

MSED IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP

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For candidates who did NOT complete a Master's degree in Education at Iona:

Candidates looking to apply for professional certification in an area in which they obtained initial certification through an Iona University program, but did not earn their Master's degree at Iona, should apply for professional certification in this area through the Certification Progression Pathway in the TEACH System:

• Prior to applying, please ensure all needed requirements are documented in the TEACH system. Please click here for instructions on how to submit a copy of your transcript to New York State. To submit a copy of your transcript to New York State, please see the Iona Registrar website for instructions.
• When applying for Professional Certification, select: “No, I have not completed, nor am I enrolled in, an Approved Teacher Preparation Program at a New York State College or University for this certificate and this type.”
• If the system asks about “Interstate Reciprocity” select No, then select the Certification Progression Pathway.
• Please be advised that if you try to apply using the codes for Initial Certification, your application will not be processed and you will need to reapply through the appropriate pathway described here.

For candidates who completed a Master's degree in Education at Iona:

If you have completed a Master's degree in Education at Iona, you should apply for certification using the Approved Teacher Education program pathway. To expedite the certification process, it is recommended that you complete all the requirements for the certificate you are seeking, including passing all required State tests (see details below) prior to graduation. You can search the specific requirements for your certificate here.

When you are ready to apply for your certification, you will be asked for Iona's Program Code. Select the appropriate code from the list below.