Pennsylvania offers competitive teacher salaries and a strong commitment to academic excellence, making it a great place to start or advance your teaching career. Moreland University — fully accredited and 100% online — can help you earn your Pennsylvania teaching certification in as little as 9 months.
Established in 2011, Moreland University is a fully accredited, teacher-focused university dedicated to empowering educators and shaping the future of education.
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Moreland’s 9-month TEACH-NOW program gives you practical coursework, test preparation, clinical learning (student teaching), and dedicated mentorship — everything you need to succeed in a Pennsylvania classroom.
Why choose Moreland’s online TEACH-NOW program:
Another pathway to certification in Pennsylvania is our online M.Ed. with Teaching Credential. This is a 12-month program to help you level up your teaching career.
Why choose Moreland’s online M.Ed. program:
Need help deciding? Our admissions representatives are happy to chat 1:1 about your specific goals, interests, and needs — including financing options via Sallie Mae.
Curious about what it takes to become a certified teacher in Pennsylvania? Our guide breaks down the key requirements:
General Requirements
Pennsylvania requires educators to have a bachelor’s degree, complete an Educator Preparation Program (EPP), and fulfill a student internship for hands-on experience. Educators also need to pass the required assessments and complete a background check.
Testing Requirements
Pennsylvania teachers must pass the Praxis Subject Assessments or the Pennsylvania Educator Certification Tests, depending on their grade level and subject area specialization. For more information, visit the PA DOE website.
Teacher Education Requirements
If your bachelor’s degree is in something other than education, you could earn your credential through an alternative EPP, such as Moreland’s TEACH-NOW program.
Moreland’s TEACH-NOW program is fully accredited and 100% online, with small, diverse classes, dedicated mentors, and clinical learning (student teaching) included.
High Demand for Teachers
Pennsylvania has a strong demand for educators. The state is projecting more than 8,000 job openings a year for elementary, middle, and secondary school teachers.1
Competitive Teacher Salaries
Pennsylvania teachers are among the higher paid in the nation, with an average annual salary of $79,078. That’s the 12th highest rate in the U.S. and nearly $5,000 a year more than the national average.2
Comprehensive Benefits
Pennsylvania provides competitive benefits for teachers, including comprehensive health insurance packages. Educators are also part of the Pennsylvania Public School Employees' Retirement System (PSERS).
Opportunities for Career Advancement
Pennsylvania teachers can advance into leadership roles through PDE-approved programs. This could include becoming an instructional coach, a curriculum specialist, or a school or district administrator. 3
Supportive Community
Pennsylvania’s education community is built on collaboration and a commitment to student success. Across rural and urban schools, educators are part of a dedicated network that values innovation and excellence.
High Quality of Life
From the Pocono Mountains to the shores of Lake Erie, Pennsylvania offers exceptional opportunities for outdoor activities. Teachers can unwind by hiking, skiing, or exploring PA’s numerous state parks.
Sources: 1 U.S. Dept. of Labor, 2 National Education Association, 3 Pennsylvania Department of Education
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Moreland University partners with school districts across the United States to support teachers through certification and continuing education programs.
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“I have found Moreland’s program to be rigorous and the curriculum holds a high standard for our teachers to be effectively prepared to enter the classroom. All the staff at Moreland have been collaborative and very easy to work with. We have regular meetings to assess progress and provide information sessions to our educators. The Moreland staff is timely in their communications and very responsive to our needs.”
Brittany Mackel
Instructional Specialist |Montgomery County Public Schools (MD)
“With a lot of universities, it’s not the kind of relationship where they’re going to come and actually sit in front of you and have a conversation: ‘Where do you need me? What can I do? How can I make this work?’ With Moreland, I never felt like we were a number.”
Catherine Hale Henry
Recruitment & Retention Manager | Clayton County Public Schools (GA)
“I have seen tremendous growth in my staff as a direct result of the TEACH-NOW program. Completers are standing out as leaders inside and outside the classroom. The increase in student achievement has been outstanding. Sponsoring teachers for the TEACH-NOW program is a wise investment in growing the capacity of your staff.”
Corinne Baez
Principal | Keys Gate Charter Schools (FL)
“Casa Grande ESD’s collaboration with Moreland University has been immensely beneficial in supporting our teachers’ professional development. The TEACH-NOW program offers a structured yet flexible pathway to certification that meets the diverse needs of our educators. The program’s focus on practical application, combined with the expert guidance from Moreland’s team, enables our teachers to achieve their certification goals efficiently.”
Stacy Howell
Director Talent Acquisition & Employee Services |Casa Grande Elementary School District #4 (AZ)
“Moreland University’s TEACH-NOW program has had a tremendously positive effect on its participants. Completers of the program are well-equipped to be highly effective teachers, with the skills and confidence needed to excel in diverse classroom environments and positively impact student learning outcomes.”
Nicolas Bardoni
Principal | Downtown Miami Charter School (FL)
“You’re going to walk out of this program with everything you need — even things you didn’t know you needed — in order to be successful in the classroom. TEACH-NOW is for working teachers. You set your schedule, and you have a week to complete assignments. The expectations on assignments are manageable and doable.”
Dileydis Grullon
D.C. teacher
“Moreland has really helped me understand more of the classroom setting. TEACH-NOW gives you leniency in that you’re online and you’re able to do things at your pace. But it also gives you a foundation, a core understanding of what needs to happen for a successful classroom.”
Gabriela Machin
North Carolina teacher
“What helped me the most was being able to connect what I learned in class with my real work in schools as a paraeducator — and now as a certified teacher. Everything felt practical and useful.”
Andres Negro
Maryland teacher
“(Moreland’s TEACH-NOW program) is very accessible yet teaches hands-on practical things to future teachers. I also made wonderful friends around the world in my cohort.”
Duo Chen
Maryland educator
“I can confidently say I have grown into a better educator thanks to my time here. Initially, I believed I had a solid understanding of the teaching profession, but this program has taught me countless invaluable lessons. I wholeheartedly recommend (Moreland) to anyone pursuing their teaching certification.”
Christopher Bishop
Florida teacher
“You’ll learn information that’s vital in the classroom. Especially learning about AI and new technologies to help you with your kids. I would highly, highly recommend Moreland University because they gave me what I needed to be (rated) highly effective.”
Kahala Adams
Florida teacher
“I felt like I was being supported at the same time I was learning. At no point during the process did I feel like I was alone or had to just figure everything out on my own… I would wholeheartedly recommend Moreland’s TEACH-NOW program. Not only is it flexible, not only is it engaging, but it really does prepare you to enter the classroom successfully.”
Jazzmyne Townsend
D.C. teacher
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You have questions about becoming a certified teacher in Pennsylvania. We have answers.
You could earn your Pennsylvania teaching credential in as little as 9 months with Moreland University’s TEACH-NOW Teacher Preparation Certificate Program.
TEACH-NOW is fully accredited and 100% online, with small class sizes, dedicated mentors, and clinical learning (student teaching) included.
Tuition for Moreland University’s TEACH-NOW Teacher Preparation Certificate Program is $7,200. There is no cost to apply, and there are no additional costs or fees with Moreland.
We offer monthly payment plans or financing via Sallie Mae. Sallie Mae has loan choices with competitive interest rates and flexible repayment options. You can even take advantage of deferred payments while you’re still in school and grace periods after you graduate.
Moreland University’s TEACH-NOW Teacher Preparation Certificate Program is 100% online.
The clinical learning portion (student teaching) can be done in your current classroom.
Moreland is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC) and the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), among others. Moreland was the first online program to be accredited by CAEP.
Have a different question? Let us know, and we’ll be in touch. We’re happy to chat through your specific goals and needs.