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Steps to becoming a teacher in Iowa:The following are two separate routes and associated steps to earn your Iowa Teaching Certification. Click here to skip down to the Alternative Route to Certification.
For certification applicants who have completed formal teacher education training, the proper Iowa Certification type to be applied for will be the Initial Iowa Teacher Certification. This certification is valid for 2 years and is renewable. Below are the steps that must be taken in order to qualify for this initial teacher certification in Iowa:
The Iowa Alternative Certification is also referred to as the Teacher Intern License. This Iowa Certification allows the holder to begin teaching in an Iowa High School prior to the completion of an accredited teacher education program.
Alternative route to Certification Program:
To apply for certification under the alternative certification program, you will need to satisfy the following requirements:
For more information about the Iowa Teacher Intern Certificate:
Contact: Learn about the requirements of another state by clicking on one of the state certification links to your left. Request information from schools by clicking on the links or school logos below. |
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