Office of Educator Preparation

This office supports students seeking initial teaching licenses for P-12 settings and for licensed teachers seeking an advanced license as a building principal in the State of Ohio.

Educator Licensure Programs

Initial Teaching License Areas

  • Elementary Education (pre K - 5)
  • Middle Childhood Education (grades 4 – 9)
  • Dual License Middle Intervention Specialist (grades 4 –9)
  • Secondary Education (grades 7 – 12)
  • Special Education (preK-12)
  • Masters of Arts in Special Education

Advanced Licensure Programs

Principal Leadership (Online)

Program Contacts

Helen Meyer
Director for Undergraduate and Licensure Programs

Julie Walson and Beth Kouche
Elementary Education Program Coordinators

Susan Gregson
Middle Childhood Education and Dual License Program Coordinator

Lauren Colley
Secondary Education Program Coordinator

Kate Doyle
Special Education and Masters of Arts in Special Education Program Coordinator

Elsheika Pennerman
Principal Licensure Program Coordinator

Licensure Application Details

The Licensure Guide page contains details about the application steps to obtain licenses in the State of Ohio, including steps for obtaining your pre-service teaching permit, initial teaching license and principal license.