Licensing Officers

Reminders Prior to Candidate Enrollment

Refer to advising section of the Teacher Preparation Manual: Unit Standards
For all post baccalaureate candidates, check to make sure that the candidate holds a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution. If the candidate does NOT hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution, prior to enrollment, advise the candidate that the candidate must earn a master's degree from an accredited institution in order to qualify for licensure.
For additional licensure only candidates, make sure that the candidate HOLDS an initial license. Please note, some endorsement areas require that the candidate hold a specific teaching license (e.g. Preprimary candidates must hold or be eligible for a Tier 3 or 4 Elementary K-6 license, DAPE candidates must hold or be eligible for a Tier 3 or 4 Physical Education license).
For additional licensure only candidates who do NOT hold a Minnesota Tier 3 or 4 license, either have the candidate apply for the Minnesota license or check with PELSB prior to enrolling the candidate.