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

Official source

http://reports.oah.state.nc.us/ncac/title 16 - education/chapter 06 - elementary and secondary education/subchapter c/16 ncac 06c .0336.pdf