Initial Certification
If you are seeking initial teacher certification in Texas you must contact an approved educator preparation program. If you are seeking initial educational aide certification, you must obtain a recommendation from a Texas school district.
Becoming a Classroom Teacher in Texas
Approved Educator Preparation Programs
What resources are available to help me pay for a teacher training program?
Becoming an Educational Aide in Texas
Setting up an educator login account (ECOS)
Educator Certification: (512) 936-8400 option 2
Fingerprinting: (512) 936-8400 option 3
Educator Testing: (512) 463-9039
Educator Certification Summer Phone Hours (June 1 – August 31, 2026)
Due to increased certification application volume during the summer months, phone support will be available Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–12:00 noon. (CST).
Outside of these hours, please submit your questions through the TEA Help Desk, and our team will assist you as quickly as possible.
