How to Get a Teaching License in Louisiana

The state superintendent of education of Louisiana has said, "we will never achieve excellence unless we pursue it." With that goal, the Department of Education has initiated a variety of programs designed to promote student retention and increase their performance. Every one of those programs requires the services of qualified and dedicated teachers. Follow these steps to get your teaching certification in Louisiana.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

1. Use the Web site of the Louisiana Department of Education as your primary resource (see the Who Can Help section below) as you work toward your teaching certification.
2. Complete a degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
3. Complete content and pedagogy tests (Praxis I: Principles of Learning and Teaching). Complete content assessment tests (Praxis II) in the areas you plan to teach.
4. Finish the application process and receive a Level 1 Professional Certificate. This is good for 3 years.
5. Teach for 3 years and pass the Louisiana Teacher Assistance and Assessment Program. You will then receive a Level 2 Certificate.
6. Meet the criteria for licensing if you are from out of state. You must have an out-of-state license and pass the appropriate Praxis examinations OR provide evidence of at least 4 years of successful teaching experience. Complete 1 year of employment as a teacher in a Louisiana public school and secure a recommendation from the superintendent of that school system.

Tips & Warnings

• All applicants must meet specific requirements to acquire a teaching license. Visit the Louisiana Department of Education Web site for all the details.

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