Teacher Certification

About Us

The Teacher Certification Program is an office inside of the School of Education. We are located in Black Hall 208-9. The Teacher Certification program is responsible for tracking and updating any non-course related requirements to ensure you are ready for certification after graduation.

We Are Here to Help!

Please email teachercertification@cwu.edu your questions!

Danielle Tushkov

Teacher Certification Program Manager

Danielle will answer your questions about:

  • Field Experience Clearance
  • Final recommendations to OSPI
  • Alumni Program Verification questions
  • Case-by-Case Exceptions Program 
  • Teacher Certification Program policies

Gina Johnson

Teacher Certification Program Specialist

Gina will answer your questions about:

  • Teacher Certification Program application
  • WEST-B/NES and WEST-E test vouchers
  • Updates to your program status
  • Fingerprinting
  • Add-On Endorsement Program

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Teacher Certification Program

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