Temporary to Professional Certificate

  • Upgrading from a Temporary Certificate to a Professional Certificate

     

    I have completed all my requirements based on my Official Statement of Status of Eligibility during the validity period of my temporary certificate. How do I upgrade to a professional certificate?

    You can submit an upgrade application by visiting FLDOE’s online licensing service site.

     

    How much does it cost to upgrade a Temporary Certificate to a Professional Certificate?

    You will need to pay a processing fee of $75.00 when you submit the application.

     

    Do I need to send passing test scores to the FLDOE at the time I upgrade from a Temporary Certificate to a Professional Certificate?

    No, when you receive official test scores, they are automatically added to your FLDOE profile.

     

    My SOE asked for my official transcript, how do I send them to the FLDOE?

    Just like you did with your initial application, an official transcript is required at the FLDOE. The only acceptable forms of electronic transcripts the FLDOE will accept are from either SPEEDE or FASTER systems. If this cannot be verified by your universities, then an official paper transcript must be sent to:

    Florida Department of Education
    Bureau of Educator Certification
    325 West Gaines Street, Room 201
    Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0400.

     

    What happens when I meet all the requirements to upgrade my Temporary Certificate to a Professional Certificate?

    The FLDOE will send you an email with an attachment of your Professional Certificate to the address associated with your profile.

     

    It is your responsibility to make a copy of your certificate for your records.

    What happens if I do not meet all the requirements to upgrade from a Temporary Certificate to a Professional Certificate and I have submitted an upgrade application?

     

    The FLDOE will send you a letter stating what requirements still need to be submitted to the Bureau of Educator Certification.

    However, please be advised that if your temporary certificate expires, it is no longer valid and cannot be used if you are teaching.

     

     

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