West Virginia Teacher Certification Reciprocity
Gain the credentials you need

Teacher Licensure Reciprocity in West Virginia:

• Step 1:
  
  
  You will need to download and complete the Initial West Virginia Teaching Certification application (Form 20-T) .


• Step 2:
  
  
  Provide appropriate fees ($34 for background check and $15 for each for accompanying your information sheet, form 20-T) by check or money order
  
  Make payable to the "West Virginia Deparment of Education"


• Step 3:
  
  
  You will need to send a front and back copy of your Valid OUt-of-State Teaching Certificate.


• Step 4:
  
  
  Obtain Fingerprint cards by request by emailing this address : stmward@access.k12.wv.us
  
  Complete and submit Fingerprint cards with your materials along with a background information release form (Form 7) found on the West Virginia Department of Education website.


• Step 5:
  Submit a copy of your Professional Teacher Assessment scores with your application.
  
  You will either need to pass the Praxis I and the Praxis II subject exams or file for exemption.
  
  Call a West Virginia Licensing officer for more info at (304) 558-7010


• Step 6:
  Request Official Transcripts for all coursework you have completed and submit these unopened envelopes along with your application (copies will not be accepted).


• Step 7:
  Submit a Recommendation for Certification Form (Form 4-B).
  
  This form should be completed by your supervisor from your previous teaching job or previous other employment.


Have materials sent to this address:
West Virginia Department of Education
Office of Professional Preparation
Building 6, Room 252
1900 Kanawha Boulevard, East
Charleston, West Virginia 25305

Or contact the West Virginia Licensing Office by phone at (304) 558-7010


• Step 8:
  
  
  Sit Back and Relax!

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