Individuals applying for a Georgia certificate must answer Personal Affirmation Questions (PAQs). It’s critical to answer YES appropriately. No matter how old an offense, attest to it when completing PAQs, applications, etc. If PSC already investigated the issue, don't check YES.

GaPSC-approved program providers are now offering the Artificial Intelligence for Educators Endorsement. Find approved providers at gapsc.com/EducatorPreparatio….

GaPSC’s Final Notice of Effective Rules is available at gapsc.com/Commission/Rules/C….

The Certification Division is currently processing complete application packages submitted on or before October 9, 2026. If you have submitted an application for a certification transaction, please monitor your MyPSC account for updates.

The offices of the Georgia Professional Standards Commission are closed Monday, October 12, in observance of Columbus Day.

The Certification Division is currently processing complete application packages submitted on or before October 1, 2026. If you have submitted an application for a certification transaction, please monitor your MyPSC account for updates.

Do you have certification questions? Visit the GaPSC Certification Division at gapsc.com/Certification/Home….

The Certification Division is currently processing complete application packages submitted on or before September 22, 2026. If you have submitted an application for a certification transaction, please monitor your MyPSC account for updates.

Already have a four-year degree and interested in earning teacher certification through a GaTAPP program? Learn more about GaTAPP at gapsc.com/EducatorPreparatio….

The Certification Division is currently processing complete application packages submitted on or before September 13, 2026. If you have submitted an application for a certification transaction, please monitor your MyPSC account for updates.

Are you a military member or active-duty military spouse interested in teaching? Please visit our website at gapsc.com/Military/MilitaryM… for certification and support options available to you.

The Certification Division is currently processing complete application packages submitted on or before August 30, 2026. If you have submitted an application for a certification transaction, please monitor your MyPSC account for updates.

GaPSC AI Ethical Guidance Podcasts centered on the appropriate use of AI are available at gapsc.com/Ethics/Ethics_Reso….

The Certification Division is currently processing complete application packages submitted on or before August 23, 2026. If you have submitted an application for a certification transaction, please monitor your MyPSC account for updates.

The offices of the Georgia Professional Standards Commission are closed Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day.

The Certification Division is currently processing complete application packages submitted on or before August 16, 2026. If you have submitted an application for a certification transaction, please monitor your MyPSC account for updates.

Are you a retired educator interested in going back to teaching? If you are a retiree, you will want to read the Senate Bill 150 (Retired Educators Return to Work) FAQs located at url.gadoe.org/0ta73.

If an applicant checks ‘Yes’ on a Personal Affirmation Question (PAQ), the applicant has 45 days to provide the required documentation to the Ethics Division; otherwise the applicant will need to reapply. Get more information at vimeo.com/838277026.

The Certification Division is currently processing complete application packages submitted on or before August 10, 2026. If you have submitted an application for a certification transaction, please monitor your MyPSC account for updates.

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