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U.S. Naturalization Test
Starting August 1, 2025, anyone applying for their initial Oklahoma teaching certification will be required to complete a U.S. Naturalization test. This does not apply to anyone certified before August 1st. Individuals who are subject to this test will be sent the information upon receipt of their application.
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Foundations of Reading Test
Effective September 1, 2025, individuals seeking initial certification in Early Childhood, Elementary, or Special Education must pass a CEQA-approved reading assessment. Read the full announcement (click here).
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Walk-in Policy Change
In an effort to deliver top-notch customer service, ALL visitors to the Teacher Certification Section must have a scheduled appointment.
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Digital Certificates and Letters
As of September 18, 2023, teaching certificates and advisement letters are digital. Applicants can view their digital certificates on a link via their dashboard (see the screenshot below) on the Oklahoma Educator Credentialing System (OECS). To obtain a hard copy, applicants can purchase one in their OECS account using the Duplicate Request button on the Credential tab.
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Teacher Certification
The Office of Teacher Certification ensures that educators are properly credentialed and provides technical assistance to school districts, teachers, and college administrators regarding certification.
Teacher Certification Quick Links
Why Teach?
Here are some reasons why teachers say they choose this noblest of professions:
- Make a difference in the life of a child
- Ability to give endless possibilities for success
- Reap daily rewards of joy
- Opportunities to lead
- Build stronger communities
- Share a passion for learning
Take it from one of Oklahoma's best teachers:
"Teaching is one of the most challenging careers, yet it is one of the most important professions. Being a teacher is about making positive, lasting impressions and indelible marks. Creating the foundation for my students that will build the rest of their lives upon is an honor. Without teachers, there would be no other profession."
- Mara Richards
Durant Middle School
2014 Oklahoma Teacher of the Year finalist
Contact Information
Office of Teacher Certification
2500 N. Lincoln Boulevard, #211
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73105-4599
Email: TeacherCertification@sde.ok.gov
Phone: (405) 521-3337
NOTE: Our phone line at (405) 521-3337 offers an automatic call-back feature. However, for that feature to work effectively, you must call from a phone that will dial you directly.
