Career and Technical Education Permanent Advanced Credential

General Requirements

This credential will never expire once obtained. To apply, you must:

• Be a U.S. citizen or hold eligible documentation (see Policy 5202)
• Have good character
• Be at least 18 years old
• Be physically, mentally, and emotionally qualified
• Be employed within the West Virginia public school system
• Receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent, Educational Service Cooperative, Multi-County Vocational Center Director, West Virginia Schools of Diversion and Transition superintendent or designated official within the Division of Career and Technical Education & Governor’s Economic Initiatives

See the content specific conditions for issuance as identified in Policy 5202 and the West Virginia Career and Technical Education Endorsement and Testing Manual.

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. 

$35