Educator Preparation Programs
Connecticut is proud of its dedicated and innovative educators, and is eager to attract new teachers and other educational professionals to our schools. Whether you are a student in an educator preparation program, a veteran educator coming from another state, or a Connecticut teacher seeking a new certificate, we're here to answer your questions.
Become an Educator:
Preparation Programs and Resources
Traditional programs
Alternate Route to Certification Programs
Cross Endorsement Options for Certified Teachers
Teaching Shortage Areas: [Undergraduate Preparation Programs] [Graduate or Post-Baccalaureate Preparation Programs]
Incentives/Financial Aid/Scholarships for Aspiring Educators
connecticut.teach.org
(Resources for becoming an educator in Connecticut)
Teaching in Connecticut
(Information on Connecticut and the teaching profession in Connecticut)
Troops to Teachers
(Transitioning service members and veterans to a career in teaching)
Educator Preparation Provider (EPP) Program Resources
edTPA Flexibilities for the 2020-21 Academic Year (11/19/2020)
Sunset of the 3-Year Nonrenewable Interim Certificate (11/19/2020)
Course Approval Survey - For approved Connecticut educator preparation providers