Fee Support
The National Board Certification State and Local Incentive Program provides partial fee support to initial and renewal 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 selection procedures and eligibility requirements.
Maryland school districts may apply to participate between July 15, 2023, and October 5, 2023.
Program Deadlines
October 5th - Local Education Agencies identify potential candidates
October 25th - Eligible candidates notified by the MSDE 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 process of certification.
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 Certificate
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.
Contact:
Melissa Chandler
National Board State Coordinator
Division of Educator Certification and Program Approval
Office: (410) 767-5654
melissa.chandler@maryland.gov