Certification and Graduation
What you need to know to graduate and become certified in New York
Whether you're finishing your program at Stony Brook, applying for your teaching certificate,
or already certified and looking to take the next step, this section will point you
to the right place.
New York State Certification
What certification involves and how it works — exams, fingerprinting, required workshops, and your TEACH account.
Graduation and Your TEACH Account
A step-by-step guide for students finishing their program: filing for graduation, applying through TEACH, and completing your college recommendation.
Advancing and Expanding Your Certification
For teachers who are already certified: moving from initial to professional certification, adding a certificate, and other next steps.
Required Workshops
Schedule and register for the NYSED-approved workshops required for certification.
Program Codes
Look up the program code for your certification area — you'll need this when filing your TEACH application.