What are the differences between a certificate and a license?
A school certificate which is issued by the New York State Education Department’s Office of Teaching is valid only for service in the certification area while employed in a school district. Licenses issued by the New York State Education Department’s Office of the Professions give individuals the general authority to practice a specific profession in many settings. However, individuals who hold a professional license but not a school certificate may only practice within the school setting under special conditions.
