Teachers who are certified by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards will be issued a Clear teaching credential in the subject area in which they have received national certification. Individuals meeting this option are exempt from the basic skills requirements and all other credential requirements.

Individuals may apply directly to the Commission on Teacher Credentialing for a Clear teaching credential by submitting an application form and current application fee with documentation of all of the following:

1. Copy of National Board Certification

2. Character and Identification Clearance form (41-CIC), if not already on file with the Commission

3. Copy of Livescan Service form (41-LS) receipt or two fingerprint cards (FD-258), if not already on file with the Commission.