Teacher licensure

To be recommended for teacher licensure by BGSU, candidates must have proficiency in writing (ENG 112), communication (IPC 102), and mathematics (select one: MATH 112, 115, 116, 122, 128, 130, 131, 134, 135, 232). They must also complete all licensure-program requirements (as specified on the program checksheet and in the University catalog), have a minimal BGSU cumulative GPA of 2.5, pass the State-of-Ohio-mandated Praxis II examination(s) specific to their desired licensure area, and submit the appropriate application materials/fee to the Student and Academic Services Office (365 Education Building) for processing to the Ohio Department of Education (ODE).

In addition, for the ODE to approve a licensure application, a candidate must meet the State-of-Ohio criteria for being “deemed of good moral character” (as defined by clearance on Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation [BCII] and Federal Bureau of Investigation [FBI] background checks). Background check information will be distributed at the student teaching/internship orientation meeting each semester and is also available from the Student and Academic Services Office (365 Education Building). Completed licensure applications and associated materials should be submitted to the Student and Academic Services Office by the announced deadline in the candidate’s final term of enrollment in the desired licensure program.

The Ohio Department of Education (ODE) has the authority to change licensure requirements at any time. Ohio teaching licenses are not automatically transferable to other states. For specific information regarding certification/licensure requirements in another state, contact the Department of Education in that state.