Become a Teacher in Idaho

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ABCTE can help you change careers and become a teacher in Idaho. In November 2003, the Idaho State Board of Education approved ABCTE as a route to full teacher licensure. The Idaho State Department of Education fully recognizes ABCTE certification for all school districts and charter schools in the state.

Why Choose ABCTE?

ABCTE offers a flexible, affordable route to earn your Idaho teaching certificate. You can complete our self-paced program online without quitting your job or taking additional college courses.

ABCTE has issued more than 700 certifications in Idaho. An ABCTE special education teacher from the Boise area was recently featured in the New York Times. Meet more career changers who chose ABCTE such as math teacher Kelly Bow, special education teacher Leah Dow, biology teacher Nick Gastelcutto and English teacher Chuck Foster.

With ABCTE, you can earn your Idaho teacher certification in a manner that is both cost-effective and efficient. On average, candidates take 8-10 months to complete the program. We provide a variety of resources to help prepare you for exams including online workshops, practice tests, and support from our advising team. ABCTE costs $1995 for initial preparation and testing. Compare this to the estimated 25-30 credit hours required of the other options in Idaho.

ABCTE is now a Workforce Investment Act (WIA) approved vendor in Idaho. Please check with your local career center to see if you are eligible for reimbursement by the WIA program.

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