Frequently Asked Questions
To help assist you with questions you may have using the system,
please read the following
Frequently Asked Questions before contacting our support center.
FAQ Topics:
Click on the link to jump down to the questions and answers.
Using SBEC Online - Login or Access
problems.
Certification Questions - How to
I get certified? Certification status questions.
Investigations & Disciplinary
Enforcement - Visit the separate FAQs page for this section here!
Contact SBEC Support Center - Who do I call or email?
Using SBEC Online
Question: I
forgot my password, what do I do?
Answer: Visit the NEW Forgot
Password page and your password will be emailed to you.
Question:
I am having trouble viewing the website. What are the browser
requirements?
Answer: This site requires
Internet Explorer 5.5 for Windows PC's and Internet Explorer 5.1.4 on a
Macintosh. Netscape 6.2 and above is also supported on both Windows PC's or
Macintoshes.
Question:
Where do I start to apply for certification?
Answer: Visit our "Apply for
Certification" section of the web site for more details here.
Question:
Where do I find my test scores?
Answer: Login to SBEC Online and select "View Examinations" on the
left navigation. Click here to begin:
http://www.sbec.state.tx.us/SBECOnline/educator_why.asp
Certification Questions
Question:
What are the basic requirements for becoming a teacher in Texas?
Answer: You must have a Bachelor's Degree, Complete a Training
program, and pass the appropriate test. Visit our "How
to become a teacher" section of the web site for more details here.
Question: If
I am certified in another state or country, how do I become certified in Texas?
Answer: Visit our "How
to become a teacher" section of the web site for more details here.
Question:
What types of teaching positions are open?
Answer: Texas has shortages in all areas. However, the need for teachers
is particularly great in math, science, special education, foreign languages,
technology applications, and bilingual education. The types and number of
positions available vary across the state.
Question:
Where can I take course for Early Childhood
Education or another Teaching Area?
Answer: Visit our list of
approved programs, viewable by Region, Certificate Area or by Entity.
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