Become a Career Technical Education Teacher

The CTE Teacher Certification program helps CTE professionals get their K-12 teacher certification. This certification allows you to teach in the West Virginia public education system. You will receive your certification after completing the steps below.

Step 1: Skills Verification and/or Degree

Verify that your degree and/or industry experience meets the CTE Endorsement and Testing Manual requirements. Next, register for the CTE Educator Preparation program.

Step 2: Employability Testing

Contact your local school district and register for the National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI) Employability Exam. This exam measures the necessary skills for success in the workplace through:

• Reading
• Mathematics
• Collaboration
• Decision-making

Step 3: Mentorship

You must complete a CTE mentorship program led by one of our staff members during your first year. This program includes in-person collaborative training, classroom visits, individualized support, and more.

Step 4: Teacher Certification

Depending on your CTE discipline, you may be required to take the NOCTI Content and Performance Assessment and/or hold a CTE credential per the CTE Endorsement and Testing Manual. Refer to the NOCTI website for testing blueprints.

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