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The Power of a Great Education

PSEA is a community of education professionals who make a difference in the lives of students every day.

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Phoenixville EA member John Odell is in his second successful career after 24 years with the Army.

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It's time for RESPECT

Pennsylvania’s public schools should be the safest and healthiest places for students to learn and grow. To make sure they are, we need the most qualified teachers, teaching assistants, school nurses, counselors, psychologists, and social workers.

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PSEA is committed to making changes aimed at protecting everyone who works and learns in our schools.

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Visit the PSEA Online Learning Portal.

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Meet the 2020 winners.

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Your Profession

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You & Your Certificate

Pennsylvania teachers and educational specialists must be certified to work in public schools.

PSEA is here to help educators understand the state's certification regulations and how they affect rights and responsibilities in the workplace.

You & Your Certificate

PSEA offers a "You and Your Certificate" guide to address:

Earning Your Certificate
Converting Your Certificate
Using and Maintaining Your Certificate
Keeping Your Certificate
Testing Requirements for Your Certification

Where to Get Help

Contact PSEA through our Member Contact Form.

Contact Pennsylvania Department of Education’s Bureau of School Leadership and Teacher Quality:

Bureau of School Leadership and Teacher Quality
Pennsylvania Department of Education
333 Market Street, 12th Floor
Harrisburg, PA 17126-0333

Certification Call Center: 717-728-3224 or 717-787-3356

Find certification information on PDE's website