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Earn your North Carolina Teacher Certification!

Learn everything you need to know about North Carolina Teacher Certification.

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North Carolina Teacher Certification Requirements

To become a teacher in North Carolina, you must complete the follow steps:

Meet Education Requirements

  • North Carolina requires teachers to have at least a bachelor’s degree.
  • It doesn’t have to be a degree in education, but it should be a degree with a subject closely related to the subject you want to teach.

Educator Preparation Program

  • In North Carolina, teachers complete an educator preparation program where they study the specific subject or grade levels they want to teach.
  • Students in the program get hands-on experience and create a teaching portfolio.

Pass Required Exams

  • The Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators exam is required for all teachers.
  • You may also have to take a Foundations of Reading exam, a General Curriculum exam or a Praxis assessment exam for your grade or subject.

Apply for Certification

  • Confirm with your educator preparation program that you’ve met all requirements and are eligible to apply.
  • When you’re ready to apply, you pay an application fee and submit several forms and documents.

Apply for Teaching Jobs

  • You are now ready to apply for teaching jobs in North Carolina.
  • Utilize online resources to seek out job postings that are to your liking.

Alternative Routes to North Carolina Teacher Certification

There are alternative pathways to becoming a teacher in North Carolina, but all require at least a Bachelor’s degree. Depending on how closely your degree relates to your intended subject area, additional classwork may be required.

How to Register For the Exams?

You can follow the following steps to register for your teacher certification exams:

Identify Your Exams: Determine the specific teacher certification exams you need to take. If you are a part of a certification program you should talk to your program advisor to determine which exams you need to take.

Create an Account: Visit the official testing service website and create an account.

Select Exam and Date: Login, choose your exam, and select a convenient test date and location.

Complete Registration: Follow instructions, provide necessary information, and pay exam fees online.

How To Study for Your Teacher Certification Exam(s)

To become a certified teacher you must pass your required exam(s). Luckily, we offer a wide variety of study guides to help you pass your exams and get closer to getting that teacher certificate. Our study guides offer practice questions, video lessons, quizzes and full length practice tests to ensure you are ready come test day! Our curriculum team studies all of the standards and competencies for the exams and cross-references them with the current and previous questions released by the official testing company. We then work with content and teaching experts to distill down what test-takers need to know. No matter where you are in the study guide, you can always see how the concept you are learning is aligned to the test standards.

How Do I Maintain Teaching Certification in North Carolina?

Teachers in North Carolina must renew their CPL credentials every five years. The renewal process involves participating in continuing education courses or experiences.

Best Education Schools in North Carolina

  • University of North Carolina–Chapel Hill
  • North Carolina State University–Raleigh
  • University of North Carolina–Charlotte (Cato)
  • East Carolina University
  • University of North Carolina–Greensboro
  • Appalachian State University (Reich)
  • Western Carolina University
  • University of North Carolina–Wilmington (Watson)
  • Fayetteville State University
  • Gardner-Webb University

North Carolina Teacher Salary Information

The average Public School Teacher salary in North Carolina is $55,629 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $46,444 and $67,863.

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North Carolina Teacher Certification FAQs

Can you become a teacher in NC without a degree?

Yes. Licensure-only or residency licensure programs can get you licensed to teach without earning an additional degree.

How long does it take to get a teaching license in NC?

The application process for professional licensure in North Carolina typically takes about 6 weeks.

Do you need a master’s degree to be a teacher in North Carolina?

North Carolina doesn’t require teachers to have a master’s degree, but it can increase your career opportunities.

Can you get a teaching degree online in NC?

Yes. Schools like UNC Charlotte offer an online B.A. in Elementary Education that is designed for Teacher Assistants (TAs) with a completed A.A. or A.S. with the goal of earning their initial Professional Educator’s License in Elementary Education.

What tests are required for NC teaching license?

The tests that are required to teach in North Carolina are the Praxis II tests and the Pearson test.

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