Fee Support
The National Board Certification State and Local Incentive Program provides partial fee support to initial and maintenance of certification candidates for National Board Certification who qualify (COMAR 13A.07.08). This program is for teachers working in Maryland school districts and is dependent on appropriations by the Maryland General Assembly.
Candidates who would like to participate in the Incentive Program should contact their local school system to discuss the timeline and eligibility requirements.
The
NBC Incentive Program Information Guide is designed for local education agency NBC Coordinators who assist local candidates participating in the program.
Program Deadlines
October 3th - Local Education Agencies identify potential candidates
November 14th - Eligible candidates will be notified regarding their approval status
December 30th - Candidates select components on-line
No late submissions will be accepted.
Please visit the
National Board for Professional Teaching Standards website for further information regarding the certification process.
Continuing Professional Development Credits
Maryland certificate holders who complete the NBC process are eligible for Continuing Professional Development Credits (CPDs), which may be used toward the renewal of the Maryland Educator License
Certificate holders who are employed with a Maryland school district should contact their CPD liaison for more information
Certificate holders who are not employed should contact
certinfo.msde@maryland.gov for more information.
Maryland Institutions of Higher Education: National Board Certification Coursework
Maryland colleges and universities offer a variety of coursework that supports educators as they pursue National Board Certification (NBC).
Salary Increases for National Board Certification
Teachers with National Board Certification working in Maryland local education agencies may earn up to $17,000 in salary incentives. Visit the
Blueprint for Maryland's Future website for more information.
Contact:
Melissa Chandler
National Board State Coordinator
Division of Educator Effectiveness
Office: (410) 767-5654
melissa.chandler@maryland.gov