Adding an Endorsement in Idaho

Add an endorsement to your existing Idaho teacher license through Boise State Teacher Education! We offer customized pathways based on your transcripts and experience to help you add an endorsement in the most efficient and individualized way possible.

In order to provide you with the best options based on the credits and experience you’ve already earned, please fill out the form below with as much information as possible.

If needed, refer to the Idaho Certification Lookup tool to confirm all of your active endorsements currently held. Also, refer to the Assignment Credential Manual through the Certification department at the Idaho State Department of Education for any questions you might have about which endorsements are needed for teaching specific classes or content areas.

After you submit the form with the requested information and documents, Boise State Teacher Education will reach out with specific next steps.

Information Request for Adding Endorsements

Your Name * Required
First Last
Your Email * Required
Alternate or full names that transcripts or current endorsements might be listed under (e.g., maiden name, etc.)
Do you hold a standard instructional certificate in Idaho?
List all current or active endorsements you currently hold. * Required
If needed, refer to the Idaho Certification Lookup tool to confirm all of your active endorsements currently held. https://apps2.sde.idaho.gov/certificationlookup
Current teaching assignment * Required
Specific endorsement area(s) you would like to add * Required
In this section, include the specific name of the Idaho endorsement(s) you would like to add. If you don't know the name, please provide as many details as possible to help us understand which endorsement you would like to add (e.g., "I would like to teach Math, grades 6-12." or "I would like to teach Social Studies, grades 5-9.").
Is this a request for an official educational plan (for an application for an Alternative Authorization through your school district)? * Required
- Yes
- No
If this is a request for an official educational plan for Alternative Authorization, please tell us what school your position is at, and the name of the position.
Upload any transcripts or supporting documentation if applicable.
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Max. file size: 10 MB.
Identify courses completed that you think may apply to the endorsement
Based on the transcripts you uploaded, please identify the specific courses you've already completed you think may apply to the endorsement you are seeking.
Upload any applicable Praxis II scores (if applicable)
If you have any applicable Praxis II scores for the endorsement being sought, upload them here.
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Max. file size: 10 MB.
Please include any additional relevant circumstances or details that you believe are important for Boise State Teacher Education to know when reviewing your request.