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What are the pathways to an
initial teaching certificate?

There are many pathways to becoming a Rochester teacher. Explore the pathways to earning a teacher certificate and find the one that works best for you.

Click on each profile to learn more!

I am a high school student.
Pathway 1
I have some college education or an Associate’s degree.
Pathway 2
I have a Bachelor’s degree in a field other than teaching.
Pathway 3
I am a career changer with subject matter expertise and a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.
Pathway 4
I am a career changer with subject matter expertise and a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree and want to work while studying.
Pathway 5
I was educated outside the U.S.
Pathway 6
I was educated outside the U.S. and have foreign teaching credentials.
Pathway 7
I completed a teacher preparation program in another U.S. state or territory.
Pathway 8
I have a current, valid teaching certificate and/or recent teaching experience in another U.S. state or territory.
Pathway 9
I have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree but do not wish to enroll in a teacher preparation program.
Pathway 10