Renewal (Maintenance of Certification) National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS)

Initial

• Validity Period: Up to 5 years as determined by the expiration date on the NBPTS certificate
• General Requirements: Certification from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS).
• Education Level: Minimum of a bachelor’s degree (regionally accredited college or university)
• Credential: Valid WV Professional Teaching Certificate
• Educational Work Experience: As required by the NBPTS.
• Coursework/Training: Achievement of NBPTS Certification.
• Testing: As required by the NBPTS.
• Employment Required: Yes, for the NBPTS state salary supplement; No, for recognition only of NBPTS certification.
• Official Recommendation: Designated NBPTS official
• Official Transcripts: N/A

User Guides

• Applicant User Guide - Form 45R
• County User Guide - Form 45R

$35.