Small class sizes, high retention rates, and rewarding opportunities — the District of Columbia is a rewarding home for teachers. With flexible, fully accredited, and 100% online programs, Moreland University will help you earn your Washington D.C. 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 Washington D.C. classroom.
Why choose Moreland’s online TEACH-NOW program:
Another pathway to certification in Washington D.C. 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 Washington D.C. ? Our
comprehensive guide breaks down the key requirements:
General Requirements
Washington D.C. requires educators to have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree. That degree does not necessarily have to be in education.
Testing Requirements
Washington D.C. teachers take the Praxis Core and Praxis Subject Assessments to ensure they meet general and subject-specific knowledge requirements.
Teacher Education Requirements
If your degree is in something other than education, you can earn your certification through a state-approved alternative Educator Preparation Program (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.
Thriving School District
District of Columbia Public Schools serves 50,000 students across 116 schools in a tight-knit community.¹
Diverse Student Body
Washington D.C. has a proudly diverse student body, with 56% identifying as Black and 22% as Hispanic.1
Workforce Diversity
Join a diverse staff! 59% of principals and 43% of teachers in Washington D.C. identify as Black or African American.2
Small Classrooms, Strong Relationships
DCPS has a 12-to-1 student-teacher ratio, allowing educators to provide personalized attention to students.3
Teach with Autonomy
95% of D.C. educators report having some control over teaching methods and 84% help choose classroom topics.2
Happy Teachers, High Retention
D.C. has a teacher retention rate over 80% since 2019, with 74% staying in the same school from the previous year.4
Sources: 1 District of Columbia Public Schools, 2 National Statistics of Educational Statistics, 3 US News District of Columbia Public Schools, 4 D.C. Office of the State Superintendent 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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“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)
“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
“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
“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
We take great pride in being pioneers of online global teacher education and helping our candidates and alumni thrive.
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You have questions about becoming a certified teacher in Washington D.C.. We have answers.
You could earn your professional Washington D.C. 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.
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.
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). 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.