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View official certification records for Texas educators using the link below. First and last names must be entered to locate an educator's certificate. The name must match what is in the TEA database. Current certificates, and any certificate history if applicable, is available by clicking the link at the top of the certificate. Certificate Lookup
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Educator Search Criteria. The information presented on this secure web site is the official record of the educator's certification status and satisfies Section 21.053 (a) of the Texas Education Code,which requires individuals to present their certificate prior to employment by a school district.
Certification Applications and Status. How do I apply for certification? Log in into your TEAL account to access your educator account, click View My Educator Certification Account to access your ECOS account and complete the appropriate online application and pay the fee. How do I check the status of my certificate?
Certification information for Texas teachers and those seeking Texas certification: Approved Texas Educator Preparation Programs. Becoming a Texas teacher. Military Community & First Responders. Out-of-State/Country Certified Educators. Renewing a standard certificate. Additional certification by examination.
Your virtual certificate is considered to be the official record of educator certification in Texas. All current, expired, and inactive certificates can be viewed here by the general public. See Certificate Lookup. If something is incorrect, immediately contact the TEA Helpdesk.
A valid certificate qualifies the holder for employment as an educator in Texas public schools, is not expired or inactive, and is not subject to an active suspension, surrender, cancellation or revocation.
How do I verify an educator's certification? Authorized school district personnel with access to ECOS for Entities can verify any educator certification with the educator’s social security number or TEA ID number.