As of August 1st, 2023, interns going through our program will no longer need to complete First  Aid/CPR certification to earn their Interim Teaching Certificate.  Instead, this requirement will need to be fulfilled as part of the new teachers' in-service professional learning through their district.  



Phase I: To qualify for an Interim Teaching Certificate 

  • Pass MTTC exam 


Steps to earn an Interim Teaching Certificate:

  • Get hired 
  • Complete federal background check 
  • Apply and pay for an Interim Teaching Certificate (ITC) through MOECS 
  • Submit the Job form through their intern portal 
  • Employment Verification 
  • Establish Payments for program fees  


Phase II: Once ITC is issued to earn a standard certificate 

  • Complete online Classroom  Readiness Training 
  • Complete all online Excellence in Teaching and Learning Coursework 
  • Complete all online projects 
  • Teach for 3 full academic years on an ITC 
  • Receive 7 Field Supervisor observations and receive a positive recommendation 
    • 3 observations in the first year 
    • 2 observations in the second year 
    • 2 observations in the third year 
  • Receive a positive principal recommendation 
  • Complete Michigan Work Experience form to verify time taught 
    • HR or Principal can complete and sign 
  • Program Fees paid in full 
  • Apply for a standard certificate through MOECS