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Certification Blog

Welcome to the Educator Certification Blog 

View the updates to various endorsements approved by AZ State Board February 2025

The Arizona Department of Education has launched a new certification system, and the certificate has a new look.

View the new certificate here!

New Certification System Launches 9/30/2024! Please view the Educator Announcement here.

Literacy, K-5 Endorsement FAQ 

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