Wisconsin Teacher Certification Reciprocity
Gain the credentials you need

Teacher Licensure Reciprocity in Wisconsin:

• Step 1:
  
  
  Complete the Initial Wisconsin Certificate Application for out-of-state teachers, Form 1602-OS.


• Step 2:
  
  
  Have your Teacher Education Institute complete form PI-1612 and verify your passing scores for basic skills assessments and content assessments before sending the form to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.


• Step 3:
  
  
  Have your previous employers complete Form PI-1613 Employment Verification Form and forward it to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.


• Step 4:
  
  
  Provide an application processing fee of $100 by check or money order made payable to the "Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction"


• Step 5:
  If you have worked, resided or attended college anywhere other than in Wisconsin, you will need to submit your Fingerprints for a background check.
  
  You may request fingerprint cards from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction by calling 1-800-266-1027.
  
  You will be sent an FBI card and a Wisconsin Crime Information Bureau card. Cards must be completed by a law enforcement official.


• Step 6:
  Sign your completed application and have notarized.


Have materials sent to this address:
Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
Teacher Licensing
Drawer 794
Milwaukee, WI 53293-0794

Or contact the Wisconsin Licensing Office by phone at (800) 266-1027


• Step 7:
  
  
  Sit Back and Relax!

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.