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The Gladys W. and David H. Patton College of Education
Patton Hall
100 East Union St.
Athens, OH 45701-2979

Licensure Frequently Asked Licensure Questions

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Check out our Frequently Asked Questions about licensure.  If you have a question that is not listed, please reach out to Tyler Bump, Education Licensure Officer at 740-593-4402.

 

How do I apply for my license?
  • Create an OH|ID account:
  • Next, add the ODE CORE 鈥渁pp鈥 within the OH|ID system. For assistance with these accounts, please contact ODE.
  • Once you have both accounts created, a walkthrough can be found here: .
When should I apply for my license?

You may apply for your license during finals week of the semester you are set to graduate or any time after. Applications left pending for 60 days will be automatically declined, so make sure to apply at the appropriate time when all requirements are met.

Which license should I apply for?

All graduates receiving their initial license should apply for the 2-year Resident Educator License.

When will my licensure request be approved?

Your application will be approved after degrees are formally conferred by the registrar鈥檚 office, typically 4-6 weeks after finals week.

When will the e-signature be provided by 51社区?

Applications will be e-signed when degrees are conferred.

I have a job opportunity; can my licensure application be expedited?

Licensure applications cannot be approved until degrees are conferred. No exceptions.

Do I need to upload documents to my ODE CORE account when I apply?

You do not need to upload transcripts or your OAE/edTPA scores to your ODE CORE account.

What assessments do I need to take?

Please review the website to determine which assessments you need:  

When will my OAE scores be reported?

Please visit the web to find out the

Can my licensure application be approved before my official OAE scores are reported?

Unofficial score reports do not count for licensure. Official scores must be reported (see for score report dates).

How can I prepare for the Ohio Assessment for Educators?

This website has more information about

If I pass the edTPA, do I need to take the pedagogy OAE?

The edTPA can be used as a valid substitute for the pedagogy OAE if you receive a 37 or higher on the edTPA.  

Is my current background check on file with ODE?

For all background check inquiries, please contact ODE directly: