NC Education Code · Regulation
Title 16 — root / Chapter 06 — 16 NCAC 06C .0336
Plain English summary
This regulation establishes the five license levels available for North Carolina educator licenses, each tied to a specific educational credential ranging from a High School Diploma/Associates Degree to a Doctorate. Applicants must meet all educational requirements prescribed by a State Board of Education-approved Educator Preparation Program and hold a diploma or degree at or above the designated level. The 'V' level is restricted solely to Career and Technical Education and JROTC licenses.
Key requirements
- An applicant must meet all educational requirements appropriate for the license level issued, as prescribed by a North Carolina State Board of Education-approved Educator Preparation Program
- An applicant must hold a diploma or degree at the designated level or higher
- Level 'V' requires a High School Diploma or Associates Degree and is only appropriate for Career and Technical Education (CTE) and Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) licenses
- Level 'A' requires a Bachelor's Degree
- Level 'M' requires a Master's Degree
- Level 'S' requires a Specialist or Advanced Degree
- Level 'D' requires a Doctorate Degree
Affected parties
- Educator license applicants
- Licensed educators in North Carolina
- Career and Technical Education (CTE) license holders
- Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) license holders
- Educator Preparation Programs
- North Carolina State Board of Education