The information on this page is provided as guidance for educators trained or licensed outside of Minnesota. If you have questions about your specific circumstance, please contact the Licensing Division.

New Minnesota Law Pertaining to Licensing: Effective Immediately!
New legislation requires all applicants for a Minnesota initial teaching license to take and pass the Minnesota Basic Skills test in order to receive a teaching license. The new law goes into effect immediately. Along with meeting standard eligibility requirements for Minnesota licensure, in-state and out-of-state applicants  for a Minnesota teaching license must submit passing scores for the Basic Skills test as part of the licensure application. View the Teacher Testing Requirements and Testing Chart below.

We are currently updating our online application system to reflect those changes, and are actively working to notify all applicants who may be affected by the change.   We appreciate your patience as we implement these changes and encourage you to contact us with any questions.

• Human Relations Requirements 
  
• Foreign Credential Evaluation 
  Information on evaluation services for individuals trained outside of the United States or its territories.
• Reading Programs Approved in Minnesota 
  
• Teacher Testing Requirements and Testing Chart Revised August 2012 
  This document answers frequently asked questions regarding teacher testing and licensing. This document has been revised with the most recent changes in testing dates and information.
• Out-of-State Applicant Information and Instructions 
  General information regarding the prerequisites for obtaining a Minnesota license and application instructions.