Bureau of Credentialing

Recommended by the NH Professional Standards Board and approved by the State Board of Education, these rules govern PK-12 educational staff credentialing. All professionals employed in New Hampshire public schools must possess the appropriate credential for an assignment if required.

• Chapter Ed 300 Administration of Minimum Standards in Public Schools
• Chapter Ed 500 Certification Standards For Educational Personnel
• Chapter Ed 600 Approval of Professional Educator Preparation Programs

Educator Search

All holders of a currently active NH license.

How to obtain a Credential

Credentialing is responsible for the initial licensure and renewal of all licensed credential holders from Superintendents through paraeducators.

• Credentialing Knowledge Base/Help Desk - Visit to learn how to become credentialed, apply, submit documentation, and obtain technical assistance.
• myNHDOE - Credentialing Application

Credential Holder Misconduct

We are also responsible for the investigation of educators involved in acts of misconduct.

• Code of Ethics
• Code of Conduct

Investigations/Code of Conduct Assistance

Richard Farrell, Investigator
[email protected]
(603) 271-8372

Diane Fenton, Attorney
[email protected]
(603) 271-3189

Contact

• Credentialing Knowledge Base/Help Desk
• Professional Educator Preparation Programs

New Hampshire Department of Education
101 Pleasant Street
Concord, NH 03301-3852
(603) 271-2409

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