As part of the substitute credential application you must:
- Complete a NJDOE criminal history background check. All required information on this finger printing process is included in any substitute credential application.
- Obtain and send electronic transcripts.
- Complete an NJEdCert application.
Criminal History Background Check
- New Applicant Request: Follow the directions these directions for being fingerprinted using the school district code. Here is an example of WP codes: County Code: 31, District Code: 7310, School Code 001.
- If you have been fingerprinted for the NJ DOE for a school position other than a bus driver or substitute teacher
- Archiveyour fingerprints using these directions using the school district code. Here is an example of WP codes: County Code: 31, District Code: 7310, School Code 001.
- If you have been fingerprinted for the NJ DOE for a bus driver or substitute teacher school
- Transferyour fingerprints using these directions using the school district code. Here is an example of WP codes: County Code: 31, District Code: 7310, School Code 001.
How do I get my Criminal History Review results?
Applicant Approval Employment History: Save the Employee Approval Form, the result of the Criminal History Review, as a PDF.
If you have never been fingerprinted for the NJ DOE (for a school position including substitute, bus driver, aide, coach etc.)
- Obtain official transcripts from the institution at which you have obtained credits.
- For William Paterson University, send via transcript ordering center.
- For other colleges or universities, send the transcript to certapplication@doe.nj.gov via email.
- Apply for your substitute credential on NJEdCert
- Create an account, please use your full legal name and an email address that you will use for years to come.
- Apply for a credential. You can follow the OFE flowchart instructions.
- Upload relevant documents (e.g. proof of age and AAEH form).
What do I do with my Mantoux test results, criminal history report, transcripts, and substitute credential?