National Board Certification
A voluntary advanced certification for experienced US teachers from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards.
- Used in
- United States
- Topic
- Professional development
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- Teaching license United States
- A state-issued credential required to teach in US public schools; also called a teaching certificate or credential. Requirements differ by state.
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