Washington Teacher Certification Program Online
Become a Washington Teacher
with Moreland University
Washington boasts some of the highest teaching wages in the country and one of the highest quality of life rankings of any state. Moreland University — fully accredited and 100% online — will help you earn your Washington 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 Pathway for Washington
TEACH-NOW Teacher Preparation Certificate
Program
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 Washington classroom.
Why choose Moreland’s online TEACH-NOW program:
- 9 months total, including 12 weeks of clinical learning
- 100% online, with live Zoom classes once a week
- Global cohort model
- Affordable tuition with payment plans & financing options
- Rolling admissions and monthly start dates
- Option to add on an M.Ed. through Moreland University
Master’s in Education with Teaching Credential
Another pathway to licensure in Washington 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:
- 12 months total, including 12 weeks of clinical learning
- 100% online, with live Zoom classes once a week
- Six specializations in impactful fields
- Global cohort model
- Affordable tuition with payment plans & financing options
- Multiple start dates each year
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.
How to Become a Teacher in Washington
Curious about what it takes to become a certified teacher in Washington?
General Requirements
Washington requires educators to have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree. That degree does not necessarily have to be in education.
Testing Requirements
Washington teachers take the West B and West E/NES. There are also approved alternatives for each test.
Teacher Education Requirements
If your bachelor’s degree is in something other than education, you can earn your certification through an alternative Educator Preparation Program, such as Moreland’s TEACH-NOW program.
Why Washington Educators Choose Moreland University
Moreland’s TEACH-NOW program is fully accredited and 100% online, with small, diverse classes, dedicated mentors, and clinical learning (student teaching) included.
- Affordable & flexible
- Rolling admissions
- Monthly start dates
- Global cohort model
There’s never been a better time to become a teacher in Washington.
Strong Teacher Workforce
Washington is home to nearly 70,000 K-12 teachers who educate more than 1 million students every year.¹
Growing Job Market
Jobs for elementary and secondary school teachers in Washington are projected to grow 13% by 2032 (compared to 2022).2
Quality Schools and Scores
Washington is No. 13 on the U.S. News & World Report’s list of the best states for education.3
Strong Starting Pay
The average starting salary for a teacher in Washington is $55,631. That’s the third-highest rate in the nation.3
High Overall Pay
Washington teachers overall make an average of $86,804 a year, the fourth-highest rate in the nation.3
High Quality of Life
Known for its beautiful outdoor spaces, the Evergreen State is No. 8 on the U.S. News & World Report’s ranking of the best places to live.4
Sources: ¹ Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction, ² U.S. News & World Report, ³ National Education Association, ⁴ U.S. Department of Labor
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Our Washington District Partners
Moreland University partners with school districts across Washington to support teachers through
certification and continuing education programs.
Don’t see your district above? Not currently working in a school district?
No worries! We can still help you achieve teaching certification and success in Washington. Keep scrolling to
discover the Moreland University difference for Washington teachers.
What School & District Leaders are Saying
“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)
“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)
“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)
Moreland University can help you thrive — but
you don’t have to just take our word for it.
“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
“Moreland University’s programs, the instructors, and staff, will work with a student when ‘life happens’ as they understand that we are all balancing demanding careers, certification and/or master’s work, and family needs as we complete our studies. I changed careers after retiring early, and I am very happy with the education that I have received, particularly as it relates to technology in the classroom.”
Beth Gambrell
U.S. educator
“(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
“What I like most about Moreland University is the ease of being able to connect online and having knowledgeable professors that constantly support you. Especially when English is your second language, and it is not easy for you to express yourself widely.”
Brenda Guerrero de Deniz
Maryland educator
Accreditations & Approvals
We take great pride in being pioneers of online global teacher education and helping our candidates and alumni thrive.
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FAQs
You have questions about becoming a certified teacher in Washington. We have answers
Why should I choose Moreland University as a Washington educator?
You could earn your professional Washington teaching license 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.
How much does it cost to get certified in Washington with Moreland?
Tuition for Moreland University’s TEACH-NOW Teacher Preparation Certificate Program is $6,950. 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.
Is Moreland's Washington teacher certification program completely online?
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.
Which accreditations and approvals has Moreland earned?
Moreland is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC) and the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP). 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.