Basic Certification Information

There are several avenues through which teachers may obtain information regarding certification:

1. Applicants may check on the status of their applications at any time through an interactive voice response (IVR) telephone service by calling (860) 713-6969.
2. State Department of Education staff members are available by telephone for general technical support between 12:00PM - 4:00PM, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at the telephone number listed above.
3. Applicants may put their specific questions in writing and mail or fax them to the Bureau of Certification and Professional Development. The fax number is (860) 713-7017. The address is:
   
   

   CT State Department of Education
   Bureau of Educator Preparation, Certification, Support, & Assessment
   P.O. Box 150471, Room 243
   Hartford, CT 06115-0471
   

4. Teachers can email the State Department Certification Bureau: teacher.cert@po.state.ct.us
5. Teachers may call the Connecticut Education Association office for assistance at (860) 525-5641.