Certification
Certification
The Regional Certification Officer (RCO) at Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES provides expert guidance and personalized support to educators and school districts navigating the New York State certification process. Serving as a regional liaison with the New York State Education Department (NYSED), the RCO helps ensure candidates understand certification requirements and successfully move through the application process.
Whether you are pursuing your first certificate, adding a new certification area, or maintaining your professional credentials, the RCO offers assistance with TEACH applications, transcript evaluations, certification pathways, and state regulations. School districts also rely on the RCO for support verifying certification status and ensuring compliance with NYSED requirements.
Through responsive service and knowledgeable guidance, the Regional Certification Office helps educators move confidently through the certification process so they can focus on what matters most—supporting students and schools across our region.
To learn more about certification requirements, visit the Office of Teaching Initiatives.
To register for workshops required for certification, please view our Professional Learning Catalog.