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You may apply online (the quickest way to go!) for a Florida Educator�s Certificate using our online application program.

Using this online process, you may apply for:

An Initial Florida Temporary or Professional Certificate.
Please read Steps to Certification
Renewal of your valid Florida Professional Certificate.
Please read Certification Renewal Requirements ( PDF)

When you link to the online application, you will be told step by step how to complete the form over the internet, submit your payment, and submit official transcripts to our Bureau.

Please follow our link to FTCE Testing, if you would like to find out how to register, receive a registration bulletin and application, or request other information on the Florida Teacher Certification Examinations (FTCE).

The following materials are available for download online:

What You Need to Know to Become Certified (Plain Text) - General Certification Requirements
What You Need to Know to Become Certified Brochure ( PDF) - General Certification Requirements
Certification Renewal Requirements (Plain Text)
Certification Renewal Requirements ( PDF)
Application Affidavit ( PDF)
Subject Area Requirements

If you don�t find what you need here, please proceed to our online request for materials form.

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