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Licensure<\/h1>
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WSU teacher education programs prepare students for Tier 3 licensure in Minnesota.<\/p>\n

Students can also apply for licensure in other states.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n\n\n \n

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Getting a Minnesota teaching license is the first step for your teaching career. <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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As of Aug. 1, 2023, PELSB no longer requires Basic Skills, Pedagogy, or Content Exams for licensure if you have completed an accredited teacher preparation program. Each state has a licensing entity with specific directions for that state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re planning to teach out of state<\/a>, it\u2019s a good idea to talk to your advisor early in your program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reach out to CLAA@winona.edu<\/a> or 507.457.2344 if you have any questions about licensure.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n \n

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Tier 3 Licensure<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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Teaching licenses are issued by the Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB). Teacher candidates should refer to the PELSB website<\/a> for the most up-to-date information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many districts will not consider hiring you unless you have a teaching license, so it\u2019s very important that you complete the licensure application process correctly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It can take 4-8 weeks to complete the licensure application process once your degree has been posted to your transcript.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Current students who are on track to meet program requirements can start the online application 2 weeks prior to graduation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Apply for Tier 3 Licensure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Before you apply for your initial license, make sure you meet the requirements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n