Important Information:
When you apply for NYS Teacher Certification please make sure you follow the "Approved Teacher Preparation Program" pathway. Please select the CODE assigned to your program.
Click herefor information about State certification requirements in the United States of America.
The following CODES are for the School of Education students ONLY.
Bachelor of Science
The following CODES are for St. John's College
Minor students ONLY.
Bachelor of Arts
New York State Teachers Certification Exams
New York City Department of Education
New York State Education Department
NYS Common Core Learning Standards
New York State Office of Teaching Initiatives (Teach Online Services)*
*Note all current students in education must register for Teach Online Services
New York State Fingerprinting Information
How to Register for NYS Certification
Click here for information about State certification requirements in the United States of America.
Passing examination scores are required for NYS recommendation for Certification. For information regarding the exams, please click here for more information.
Certification Specialists for The School of EducationLydia Haluska Assistant Dean (Queens) Undergraduate Studies 718-990-6205Haluskal@stjohns.eduSusann Ragone Assistant Dean (Staten Island) Undergraduate Studies 718-990-4308Ragones@stjohns.edu
Paul J. Pedota Director of Field Experiences & Alternative Teacher Certification Programs 718-990-5654Pedotap@stjohns.eduElaine Bruno Academic Support Assistant II Graduate Studies 718-990-1302Brunoe@sjohns.edu