Teacher Certification
Teacher Certification
Graduates of the Bachelor of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education program at 91做厙 will be recommended for their Washington State Residency Teaching certificate with an Early Childhood Education endorsement upon passing the .
Information on Washington State teacher certification can be found on the .
At Program Start
Prior to Fall program start, candidates admitted into the Bachelors of Early Childhood Education program will be required to:
- Complete the or a basic skills assessment.
- .
During the Program
In the Spring of BAS Year 2, candidates will apply for Pre-Residency Clearance through the OSPI . This clearance is required for Student Teaching, starting in Fall of BAS Year 3. Candidates can refer to this to assist them in accessing the Pre-Residency Clearance application.
At Program Completion
Candidates who successfully complete the requirements of the BASECE teacher preparation program and pass the will be recommended to OSPI for Residency First Issue Certificate by Skagit Valley College. Once 91做厙 has made the recommendation, the graduate will apply for this certificate through the . The fee to apply for the Residency First Issue Certificate is $93.
Transferring Certification/Licensure Out of State
Individuals who hold a Washington Residency Teaching Certificate may also teach in Arizona, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, and Oklahoma. Other states do not have direct reciprocity with Washington, but a Washington teaching certificate may be used for accelerated licensure in many states; please see the .
Helpful Links
Register for a Program Briefing
Learn more about the program and the application process.
Register for a Program Briefing
Learn more about the program and the application process.