Teacher Certification
The Teacher Certification Office serves students that are currently enrolled in or have completed a NYS Registered Education Program at Queens College.
Contact
The best way to contact our office is by emailing tcert@qc.cuny.edu.
Please include your CUNY ID# in all emails.
Phone: 718-997-5547
When leaving a voicemail message please include your full name, CUNY ID#, and an email address.
Office Hours
Powdermaker Hall, Suite 100
Online Contact Hours:
Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm
Walk-in Office Hours:
Monday – Thursday, 12pm-4pm
Monday 9/25 online only.
Friday by appointment.
Please email tcert@qc.cuny.edu to confirm in-person availability.
The office is closed weekends and holidays.
Staff
Amy Lui
Director of Teacher Certification
Jean Wittig
Certification Officer
Powdermaker Hall, Suite 100
Announcements
Fall 2023 Graduates
- Apply for graduation by Nov 1.
- Complete required Workshops.
- Submit a College Recommendation request Nov 15 – Dec 20.
- Check your QC email for important messages.
Useful Links
Initial Certification Checklist
First initial certificate requirements
"On Track for Certification" Letter
Eligibility Requirements:
- You must have already applied for graduation on CUNYFirst.
- You must be currently enrolled and completing an education program at Queens College. (Candidates who have already completed their program and had their degree/advanced certificate awarded are not eligible for an “on track” letter.)
To request an “On Track for Certification” letter please click here.
Out of State Program Verification
- To have a Program Verification Form filled out email it to tcert@qc.cuny.edu.
- Please fill out the candidate information portion of the form, and provide any relevant information including your full name and CUNY ID# in the email.
Updated 9.23