Michigan Certification Testing

To earn teacher certification in the state of Michigan, all candidates must meet specific testing requirements.

A passing score on the Michigan Test for Teacher Certification subject area test in at least the major area of study is required to earn teacher certification in the state of Michigan.

In addition to a passing score on the Michigan Test for Teacher Certification subject area test in their language, candidates in Spanish, French, German and Russian must achieve a minimum score of Advanced Low and candidates in Arabic, Chinese and Japanese must achieve a minimum score of Intermediate High on the Oral Proficiency Interview prior to internship and certification.

Official exam results must be sent directly to Western Michigan University from the testing companies prior to a recommendation for certification.