Teacher licensure

Successful completion of a BGSU teacher education program with at least a 2.5 accumulative GPA usually results in eligibility for one or more types of Ohio licenses. Licensure does not result when:

1. a student does not successfully complete the state-mandated competency (Praxis II) examination(s);
2. a student elects to graduate on Planned Program;
3. a student is following a set of degree requirements that no longer meets Ohio teacher licensure standards; or
4. a student fails to appropriately apply for licensure immediately following completion of program requirements.

The Ohio Department of Education (ODE) has the authority to change certification/licensure requirements at any time. Consequently, students may be required to complete additional requirements for licensure beyond degree requirements. All candidates seeking Ohio teacher licensure must pass the appropriate Praxis II test(s) for their licensure, clear a background check, and submit appropriate licensure application materials. Applications are available from the ODE website. Background check information will be distributed at the student teaching/internship orientation meeting and is also available from the Student and Academic Services Office (365 Education Building). Completed licensure applications and associated materials should be submitted to Student and Academic Services by the announced deadline in the student's final term of enrollment.

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.