Washington State National Board Certification - NBCT Spotlight
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National Board Certified Teachers (NBCTs)
Beginning with the upcoming school year, we will be spotlighting NBCTs through a Medium account and social media campaign.
National Board Certification is an advanced teaching credential. It complements, but does not replace, a state’s teacher license. From the 2017 cycle and on, National Board Certificates are valid for 5 years, and educators must begin the Maintenance of Certification process during their third and fourth years as NBCTs to extend the certificate's life for an additional 5 years. The 2020 cycle will be the last year for NBCTs (expiring in 2021) to renew their National Board Certificate for 10 years.
To seek National Board Certification you must meet the following requirements prior to applying:
- Hold a bachelor’s degree
- Have completed three full years of K-12 teaching/counseling experience
- Possess a valid state teaching/counseling license
NB Matters video
This video, featuring Washington State NBCTs, highlights the direct impact the National Board process has had on their students and professional career
National Board Matters from WA TPEP on Vimeo.