Eligibility for licensure through the traditional route is determined by the completion of a state approved educator preparation program at a college or university through a bachelor, post-baccalaureate or master’s degree program and recommendation for licensure from the institution.
Vermont accepts professional teaching licenses from all United States jurisdictions, which includes states, commonwealths, districts, and the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA).
Apply for Initial Licensure
- Apply Online to Become a Vermont Educator
- Help Guide: Initial License Application
- Fees for Licensure
- Testing Requirements
Resources
- Initial Level I License Application - Traditional Route Flowchart
- Endorsement Codes
- Out of Country Postsecondary Education
- Guidelines: "Official Transcript"
- Memo: Acceptance of Praxis Score Reports
Criminal Record Check
Criminal record checks are completed within the online application. All applicants must complete a fingerprint supported criminal record check.