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Certification

Requirements

A valid teaching license from the District of Columbia Office of Academic Credentials & Standards (OACS) is required for employment as a teacher in the District of Columbia.

For more information about licensure, visit the OACS website at:

www.k12.dc.us/dcsea/certification

Determining Eligibility

To determine if you qualify for a District of Columbia teaching license, go to:

www.k12.dc.us/dcsea/licensing/forms/Q1.html