Permanent Authorizations

Before you Apply

To apply for grade modification, the following requirements must be met:  

• Hold a current West Virginia Professional Teaching Certificate in the endorsement requesting grade modification
• Meet teaching certification requirements as contained in Policy 5202

General Requirements

To apply, you must:

• Be a U.S. citizen or hold eligible documentation (see Policy 5202)
• Be at least 18 years old
• Be physically, mentally, and emotionally qualified
• Hold a current West Virginia Professional Teaching Certificate in the endorsement being modified

Application Submission

For instructions on how to apply for a license to work in West Virginia public schools, follow the steps detailed on the certification application process page.

If this is your first time using our Certification Portal, you will need to register. Follow the instructions for first-time applicants. 

This application costs $35.