Online teaching certificate in Tennessee

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Tennessee Teacher Certification
B Y A M E R I C A N B O A R D F O R C E R T I F I
C A T I O N O F T E A C H E R E X C E L L E N C E
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Introduction

• The American Board, also known as The American
  Board for Certification of Teacher Excellence
  (ABCTE), offers a flexible, affordable path to
  earn your online teaching certificate in
  Tennessee. You can complete our self-paced
  program online without quitting your job or
  taking additional college courses.

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How It Works

• To use a teaching certification from the American
  Board in the state of Tennessee, candidates will
  need to complete the following steps
• Complete the American Board program.
• Obtain a teaching position in a Putnam County,
  Tullahoma City, or Crockett County school. The
  school may either be a public or charter school.
  The school cannot be private.

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Please note The American Board is currently a
Transitional Licensure Program in the state of
Tennessee. An American Board certification will
allow you to work in Putnam County public
schools, Tullahoma City public schools, and
Crocket County public schools and in private
schools across the state. The certification
cannot be used as a route to teaching in public
schools outside Putnam County, Tullahoma City,
or Crockett County.
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Certifications Offered in Tennessee
Biology (6-12) Chemistry (6-12) Elementary (K-6)
English (6-12) History (6-12) Math
(6-12) Physics (6-12)
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American Board for Certification of Teacher
Excellence 1123 Zonolite Road, Suite 29, Atlanta,
GA 30306 877-669-2228 info_at_americanboard.org