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Nebraska Teacher Certification
Congratulations! You are on your way to becoming a teacher in Nebraska. No semesters and no campus visits — just a clear path from where you are today to a Nebraska classroom of your own.
Nebraska
$1,900Standard Program Cost
Online
Self-paced
Competency-based
1
Study
Pass the required subject-area and PTK exams provided by American Board.
2
Apply
Apply to the Nebraska Department of Education for your teaching license.
3
Teach
Begin teaching in a Nebraska school.
4
Complete
Complete any remaining state requirements.
Elementary (K-6)
The elementary certification program covers core subjects for our youngest learners including English language arts, history, math, and science.
Special Education (K-12)
The special education certification program covers professional skills and background knowledge, general special education practices, a strong focus on special education laws, and more.
Biology (7-12)
The biology certification program covers scientific investigation, cell biology and microbiology, molecular biology, and more.
Chemistry (7-12)
The chemistry certification program covers atomic structure, periodicity, and matter; reactions and reactivity, and more.
English Language Arts (7-12)
The English language arts certification program covers comprehension of texts, oral and written language skills, and more.
History (7-12)
The history certification program covers both U.S. and world history including topics such as classical civilizations and the establishment and growth of a republic.
General Science (7-12)
The general science certification program covers scientific investigation, biology, chemistry, earth science, and physics.
Math (6-12)
The mathematics certification program covers domains including algebra, geometry, probability and statistics, and calculus.
Physics (7-12)
The physics certification program includes classical mechanics, electricity and magnetism, waves and optics, and more.
“With American Board’s program, I saved thousands of dollars and cut off a year of extra schooling. It helped me get into the classroom faster and start the career I’ve always wanted.”
Hannah Morrison, Nebraska Teacher
How to Get Your Nebraska Teaching License
Step 1
Enroll in American Board’s online teacher certification program.
Step 2
Prepare for and pass American Board’s required Professional Teaching Knowledge (PTK) and subject area exams.
Step 3
Receive your teaching certificate from American Board.
Step 4
Apply to the Nebraska Department of Education for an Alternative Certificate. Once issued, this certificate expires August 31 of the 2nd year following issuance and may be renewed.
Step 5
Begin teaching in a Nebraska school.
How to Upgrade to a Nebraska Standard Certificate
Your Alternative Certificate may be continuously renewed, but in order to upgrade to an initial or standard certificate, you will need to complete one of Nebraska’s “Teaching Program Alternative Permit” pathways.
Is the Alternative Certificate renewable?
Yes! Once issued, an Alternative Certificate expires August 31 of the 2nd year following issuance and may be renewed.
Where can I find more information about Alabama teaching requirements?
For more information on state teaching requirements and how to apply for your license, visit the Nebraska Department of Education website.
Ready to get started?
Choose your state and subject, enroll online in minutes, and start studying the same day — or try the free one-week trial first to see how the program works.