Licensure Information

Testing & Resources

The following information is provided to assist candidates with the licensure process. If you are employed by a school division, please work through your Human Resource Officer to submit your licensure application. 

• Instructions and Application for a Virginia License 
• Emergency First Aid, CPR & AED Certification or Training
• Fee Schedule for Licensure 

Licensure Assessment Resources

• Professional Teacher’s Assessment Requirements 
  
• Licensure Assessment Requirements and Timelines

Virginia Communication and Literacy Assessment (VCLA)

The Virginia Department of Education has contracted with the Evaluation Systems group of Pearson to create and administer the Virginia Communication and Literacy Assessment, which measures the communication and literacy skills necessary to teach and communicate effectively with parents and others in the education community. The VCLA consists of two subtests—a reading subtest and a writing subtest.

Praxis Assessments 

College Verification Form

To request a college verification form to be completed by the Office of Teacher Preparation, please fill out and complete our request form.

If you would like your completed College Verification Form sent to your school division, please indicate on the form:

• School division name
• Contact name
• Email address

VDOE Licensing Forms & Information

Verification Process 

OTP will complete the CVF once final grades have been posted and the degree or endorsement is recorded on the academic transcript or upon receiving your CVF. Please allow 10-12 business days for processing.

Transcripts 

If you are applying for Teaching Licensure with the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE), we recommend you request your official transcript to be sent electronically via National Student Clearinghouse to the Office of Licensure at VDOE. We do not recommend that you send your official transcript via mail.

See the Registrar's Office for more information and how to order an official transcript.

Licensure Information and Resources 

If you are employed by a school division, please work through your Human Resource Officer to submit your licensure application.