If you have submitted your transcript which contains the MD approved program statement and your tests scores  (if applicable) are on file, click here to submit your initial application for certification.

If you choose to send your materials via U.S. mail, complete the following:

• Official transcript(s) in an unopened mailer for all course work taken (community college, baccalaureate, post-baccalaureate, if applicable).  Your transcript must show the degree, date of conferral, and the Maryland Approved Program statement.   Student copies in an unopened mailer are also acceptable. (Do not have the college/university send transcripts directly to this office.);
• Qualifying scores for the required certification tests (if applicable): Basic skills and Praxis II or ACTFL. Your test scores may be noted on a college transcript or you may send a photocopy of the original score report; and
• A cover letter with your name, complete mailing address,social security number, date of birth, personal email address, and the area of certification you are seeking.  Day time telephone number is encouraged.  
  
  Send your complete packet to the following address:

                  Maryland State Department of Education
                  Certification Branch
                  200 W. Baltimore Street
                  Baltimore, MD 21201