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092 Certification Information

CT 092 Certification: Application Steps

  • Step 1: Apply for Certification

  • Step 2: Submit Your Institutional Recommendation (ED 170A)

    • Complete the highlighted sections of the ED 170A form.
    • Email the completed form to Dr. Daisy Torres-Hill, Assistant Dean and Certification Officer, at dtorres-hill1@ccsu.edu.
    • Once all program and assessment requirements are verified, the Certification Officer will complete the remaining sections and submit the institutional recommendation to the Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE).
    • Institutional recommendations will be submitted in batches to the state on the 15th of each month.

    Step 3: Send Official Transcripts and ED 126

    • Ensure ED 126 form is completed by Human Resources to document your 50 months of service. Write your EIN number on the envelope and mail to CSDE using the address provided below.
    • Request transcripts from all colleges/universities attended.
    • Wait until your CCSU degree is officially posted before sending your CCSU transcript.
    • We strongly recommend mailing your transcripts directly to the state. Send transcripts (include your EIN on the envelope) by mail to CSDE:
      • CT State Department of Education
        Bureau of Educator Standards and Certification
        P.O. Box 150471
        Hartford, CT 06115-0471
  • Step 4: Monitor Your Application

    Check your CECS account regularly for updates.

    Standard processing time for certification applications is 6-8 weeks and 10-12 weeks during peak months. For questions, please contact Dr. Daisy Torres-Hill, Assistant Dean and Certification Officer, at dtorres-hill1@ccsu.edu.

    Helpful Links

    Connecticut Education Certification System (CECS)

    ED 170A 

    PPT 

    Video Info Session

    ED126 Statement of Professional Experience