Becoming a Teacher in Alabama
- Education Requirements
- Earn a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- Complete a state-approved teacher preparation program
- Testing Requirements
- Pass the Alabama Educator Certification Assessment Program (AECAP) tests
- Take the Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators tests
- Certification Process
- Apply for an initial teaching certificate through the Alabama State Department of Education
- Submit all required documentation, including transcripts and test scores
Becoming a School Principal in Alabama
- Education and Experience
- Hold a master’s degree in educational administration or a related field
- Have at least three years of teaching experience
- Certification Requirements
- Complete a state-approved educational administration program
- Pass the Praxis Educational Leadership: Administration and Supervision test
- Application Process
- Apply for an instructional leader certificate through the Alabama State Department of Education
Becoming a Superintendent in Alabama
- Education and Experience
- Hold an education specialist degree or doctorate in educational leadership
- Have at least five years of educational experience, including three years in an administrative role
- Certification Requirements
- Hold a valid Alabama instructional leader certificate
- Complete additional coursework in school finance and law
- Application Process
- Apply for a superintendent’s certificate through the Alabama State Department of Education
