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Ohio Teacher Certification
Congratulations! You are on your way to becoming a teacher in Ohio. No semesters and no campus visits — just a clear path from where you are today to an Ohio classroom of your own.
Ohio
$950Standard prograM Cost
Discount codeOHIO950
Enter this code when you enroll to get the $950 price.
Online
Self-paced
Competency-based
1
Confirm
Receive your Confirmation Letter from the Ohio Department of Education.
2
Study
Pass the required PTK exam provided by American Board.
3
Apply
Apply to the Ohio Department of Education for your Statement of Eligibility.
4
Teach
Begin teaching in an Ohio school.
Ohio Resident Educator Licensure Areas
American Board certifies candidates in all of the areas available for the Alternative Resident Educator License.
World Language Certification Areas
Candidates in American Board’s program may take the Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) and Writing Proficiency Test (WPT) for world language licensure areas. See the Language Testing International (LTI) website for exam information and registration.
“Choosing American Board’s teacher certification program was a ‘no-brainer’ for me due to its affordability and streamlined structure. It was significantly cheaper than my other options, offering certification at about a third of the cost of the Ohio alternatives. There are no lengthy papers or mentorship requirements, just straightforward tests. If you seek an independent and challenging path to teacher certification, I highly recommend American Board’s teacher certification program.”
Wesley Brooks, Ohio Teacher
How to Get Your Ohio Teaching License
Step 1
Request an Alternative Resident Educator Evaluation through the CORE Dashboard. Complete the Alternative Resident Educator Evaluation Application and submit it to the Ohio Department of Education with payment and required documents. The Ohio Department of Education will issue a confirmation registration letter after ensuring the applicant meets initial eligibility requirements which are:
- An undergraduate GPA of 2.5 or higher (or a graduate level GPA of 3.0 or higher) from an accredited institution of higher education.
- Completing the required licensure exams (OAE subject exam) applicable to the subject area(s) in which you want to teach
Step 2
Enroll in American Board’s teacher certification program and submit your valid Confirmation Registration Letter through the Help Desk in your account.
Step 3
Pass American Board’s Professional Teaching Knowledge (PTK) exam and receive your Certificate of Completion. Upload your Certificate of Completion to your OH|ID CORE account and contact the Office of Educator Licensure to request a Statement of Eligibility for the Alternative Educator Residence License.
Step 4
Use your Statement of Eligibility to begin teaching in an Ohio school. Upon employment, apply for your Alternative Resident Educator license through your OH|ID account.
How to Upgrade to an Ohio Professional License
Your Statement of Eligibility will include an evaluation that outlines the steps necessary to upgrade your license. You will advance to a Professional License by completing all of the coursework, testing, and experience requirements included in your evaluation.
When do I take my OAE subject exam?
Your OAE subject exam must be completed BEFORE you enroll in American Board’s program.
Do I have to take a subject area exam through American Board’s program?
No. You will take your subject area exam through the OAE, and you will only take the Professional Teaching Knowledge (PTK) exam with American Board.
How much is American Board’s program in Ohio?
American Board’s program Ohio teacher certification program costs $950. In order to secure this price, you will enter the code OHIO950 in your cart at checkout.
Where can I find more information about Ohio teaching requirements?
For more information on state teaching requirements and how to apply for your license, visit the Ohio State Board of Education website.
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