College of Education

West Chester University

302 Recitation Hall
West Chester, PA 19383
Call: (610) 436-2321
Fax : (610) 436-3102
Email: kcrouse@wcupa.edu


Must be a U.S. Citizen OR hold a permanent resident visa to become certified in PA

General Information

 

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Mrs. Gail Habbersett

Director of Professional  Education, Certification and Compliance
302 Recitation Hall*
West Chester University
West Chester, PA 19383

Phone: 610-436-2426
Fax: 610-436-3102
email: ghabbersett@wcupa.edu

 

 

*Recitation Hall is an interior building located in the academic Quad between High Street and Church Street.

 


         

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Please follow ALL steps when you . . .  Apply Online

 

Please contact the Certification Office for information about:

  • PA Teacher Certification  Application Process
  • Out of State Verification Process
  • Final Signatures for Approved Program of Study (APS) forms - post baccalaureate requirement
  • Administration of Pennsylvania Tests

 

 

WCU Certification: Links to Resources
1. PA Tests (Praxis and PECT)
2. Formal Admission to Teacher Education
3. Clearances
4. Field Placement/ Student Teaching
5. Student Dispositions
6. LiveText
7. Community Service
8. Finding a Certification Program