Laws/Regulations
Eligibility Based on Program Preparation
Connecticut certification is usually based on completion of a state-approved educator preparation program. To obtain Connecticut educator certification based on program preparation, educators must:
- Successfully complete a state-approved planned program of general academic and professional education at a regionally accredited college or university and earn formal institutional recommendation for certification; and
- Pass subject-specific tests*, if applicable to the endorsement requested.
* See the Guide to Assessments for Educator Certification in Connecticut.
If you are ready to proceed, start the application process.