Education Professional Standards Board

Educator Certification

Published: 4/1/2025 5:18 PM

The Education Professional Standards Board has the authority and responsibility to establish standards and requirements for obtaining and maintaining educator certification in Kentucky.


	Initial Certification I am applying for my first Kentucky teaching certificate.
	Certification Renewal I need to renew my Kentucky teaching certificate.
	Endorsements I want to add an endorsement to my current Kentucky teaching certificate.
	Administrative Certificates I want to pursue an administrative certificate to serve in a leadership role.
	Substitute Certification I want to apply for a certificate so I can serve as a substitute teacher.
	Frequently Asked Questions