We provide guidance, referrals services and navigation tools for students to obtain their state certification from the New York State Education Dept. - Office of Teaching Initiatives after they graduate from their program at Lehman. Based on each student’s program area of study, we provide checklists for our students on behalf and under the New York State Education Department regulations and standards. Read More
Certifications and Exams

About Certification Office

The Lehman College Certification Office is available for matriculated students enrolled in one of the School of Education’s teacher/educator preparation programs.

Certification Advisement

We are set up to serve all Lehman School of Education students, current and alumni, by providing guidance on the New York state certification requirements. 

Teacher Certification

There are specific types of certificates the New York State Education Department (NYSED) assigns the college to submit online recommendations for qualified students at the appropriate time.