Pennsylvania
Alt Route / MAT
Step 1: Pass your relevant exams
Click on the button below to navigate to the Exam Info tab to learn more about the required exams for your program.
After taking an exam complete the Exam Progress Survey. Click on the button below to keep us apprised of your progress.
Step 2: Apply for your Intern Certificate
Cost: $200
You will apply for your Intern certificate on PDE's Teacher Information Management System, or TIMS. Register for a TIMS account here. Step-by-Step instructions to register can be found here. Following registration, proceed to apply for your Intern certification. PDE must receive all of your passing exam scores in order to issue your Intern certificate.
Step 3: Complete Relay Coursework in good academic standing with a 3.0 GPA
Click on the button below to navigate to the Exam Info tab to learn more about the required exams for your program.
Step 4: Apply for Instructional 1
Once you complete Relay's Alternate Route Program (at the end of your first year), apply for your Instructional 1 (see directions below).
PA TIMS Instructions Instructional I 2020.docxDeadlines for Incoming Students (2021-2022 School Year)
8/1/2021
Pass Certification Exams and Apply for Intern Certificate
Upon receipt upload a copy of your content exam score and Intern Certificate to your checklist
6/30/2022
Complete Relay coursework in good academic standing with a 3.0 GPA
Apply for Instructional I Certificate
For more detailed information about requirements and deadlines refer to the Certification Guide linked below.