Application Information (Ch. 6A-4)
Fla. Admin. Code R. 6A-4.0012
Florida Administrative Code
Rule: 6A-4.0012
Rule Title: Application Information
Department:
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Division:
State Board of Education
Chapter:
CERTIFICATION
Latest version of the final adopted rule presented in Florida Administrative Code (FAC):
Effective Date:
8/27/2024
History Notes:
Rulemaking Authority 1001.02 , 1012.55 , 1012.56 , 1012.586 , 1012.59 FS. Law Implemented 1012.31 , 1012.32 , 1012.55 , 1012.56 , 1012.586 , 1012.59 , 1012.798 FS. History–New 7-6-82, Amended 9-27-83, Formerly 6A-4.012, Amended 12-25-86, 10-26-88, 5-2-90, 4-24-91, 7-7-92, 5-3-94, 7-18-95, 9-17-01, 11-25-03, 12-27-04, 1-1-08, 10-21-09, 12-31-14, 11-21-17, 11-28-18, 9-20-22, 9-26-23, 11-21-23, 8-27-24.
References in this version:
Ref-15907 Form CG-10M, Temporary Military Veterans Certificate Application
Ref-15908 Form CG-10TI, Temporary Teacher Internship Application
Ref-16017 Form CG-10, Educator Certification Application
Ref-16018 Form CG-10R, Renewal or Reinstatement Application
Ref-16019 Temporary Apprenticeship Certificate Application Form CG-10A
Ref-16020 Form CG-10D, Online Educator Certification Application – District Version
Ref-16832 Form CG-10C, Restricted Classical Teaching Certificate Application
Ref-16833 Form CG-10IS, Inactive Status Certificate Application
Ref-16834 Form CG-10RS, Reactivation Certificate Application
History of this Rule since Jan. 6, 2006
Notice /
Adopted
Section
Description
Publish
Date
Change
6A-4.0012
Application Information
7/14/2026
Vol. 52/135
Proposed
6A-4.0012
This amendment updates Form CG-10D, Online Educator Certification Application – District Version. The proposed revisions will allow educators who have fulfilled the applicable requirements to add Mathematics and Literacy ....
6/25/2026
Vol. 52/123
Development
6A-4.0012
This rule development is to update incorporated document, Form CG-10D, Online Educator Certification Application – District Version. The proposed revisions will allow districts to apply on behalf of educators who have fulfilled ....
5/28/2026
Vol. 52/103
Final
6A-4.0012
Application Information
Effective:
08/27/2024
Proposed
6A-4.0012
......
The purpose of these rule amendments is to align provisions with statutory changes from the 2024 legislative session found in House Bills 1285, 5101 and Senate Bill 7002.
7/2/2024
Vol. 50/129
Development
6A-4.0012
......
To align provisions with changes from the 2024 legislative session from House Bills 1285 and 5101 and Senate Bill 7002. The amendments encompass several key amendments including the development of a new Classical Education ....
5/28/2024
Vol. 50/104
Development
6A-4.0012
......
To align provisions with changes from the 2024 legislative session from House Bills 1285, 5101 and Senate Bill 7002. The amendments encompass several key adjustments: establishing a new Classical Education Certificate; eliminating ....
5/9/2024
Vol. 50/92
Final
6A-4.0012
Application Information
Effective:
11/21/2023
Final
6A-4.0012
Application Information
Effective:
09/26/2023
Proposed
6A-4.0012
......
To align provisions with statutory changes from the 2023 legislative session found in House Bill 1035 by creating certification processes to implement a teacher apprenticeship certification.
9/26/2023
Vol. 49/187
Development
6A-4.0012
......
To align provisions with statutory changes from the 2023 legislative session found in HB 1035 (Ch. 2023-38, Sections 7, 8, Laws of Florida).
8/28/2023
Vol. 49/167
Proposed
6A-4.0012
......
To align provisions with statutory changes from the 2023 legislative session in House Bills 1035 and HB 1537.
8/1/2023
Vol. 49/148
Development
6A-4.0012
......
The purpose of these rule amendments is to align provisions with recent statutory changes from the 2023 legislative session regarding two new types of temporary certificates – one for apprentice teachers and one for student ....
6/26/2023
Vol. 49/123
Final
6A-4.0012
Application Information
Effective:
09/20/2022
Correction
6A-4.0012
......
Application Information, General Provisions, Florida Educator's Certificates with Academic, Administrative, Degreed Career and Technical, and Specialty Class Coverages
8/12/2022
Vol. 48/157
Proposed
6A-4.0012
......
To implement the new certification pathway for military veterans by creating a new certification application form and specifying eligibility criteria. The effect of the rule change is to provide an additional option for ....
7/15/2022
Vol. 48/137
Development
6A-4.0012
......
To implement the new certification pathway for military veterans by creating a new certification application form and specifying eligibility criteria. The effect of the rule change is to provide an additional option for ....
6/15/2022
Vol. 48/116
Final
6A-4.0012
Application Information
Effective:
11/28/2018
Proposed
6A-4.0012
To adopt legislative changes relating to the waiver of certain certification fees for select military personnel and military spouses. Once eligible for the certification fee waiver, military personnel and military spouses ....
9/27/2018
Vol. 44/189
Development
6A-4.0012
To adopt legislative changes relating to the waiver of certain certification fees for select military personnel and military spouses. Once eligible for the certification fee waiver, military personnel and military spouses ....
8/3/2018
Vol. 44/151
Final
6A-4.0012
Application Information
Effective:
11/21/2017
Proposed
6A-4.0012
To update all website links and hard copy educator certification forms to conform to Versa™, the new enterprise licensing system, scheduled to be implemented by the Bureau of Educator Certification (BEC) and Florida school ....
9/22/2017
Vol. 43/184
Development
6A-4.0012
To revise all hard copy certification application forms and website links used by current and prospective educators. The new forms will conform to Versa, the new licensing system, scheduled to be implemented by the Bureau ....
8/16/2017
Vol. 43/159
Final
6A-4.0012
Application Information
Effective:
12/31/2014
Change
6A-4.0012
......
Application Information, General Provisions
11/20/2014
Vol. 40/226
Proposed
6A-4.0012
......
The purpose of the revisions to the specified Educator Certification rules is to be consistent with recent changes by the Florida Legislature and propose changes to streamline regulatory implementation. The effect of these ....
10/21/2014
Vol. 40/205
Development
6A-4.0012
......
The purpose of this rule development is to: (1) clarify the web-based application system as the primary method to apply for Educator Certification; (2) adopt new paper-based application forms; (3) clarify the responsibilities ....
7/30/2014
Vol. 40/147
Development
6A-4.0012
......
The purpose of this rule development is to insert provisions due to statutory changes, propose changes to streamline regulatory implementation, and update language for clarity. Proposed changes to Rule 6A-4.0012, F.A.C., ....
8/5/2013
Vol. 39/151
Development
6A-4.0012
The purpose of this rule development is to update provisions in the rule due to statutory changes, rule changes, and for clarity. Proposed changes include: update of the specifications to submit a complete application for ....
7/3/2013
Vol. 39/129
Final
6A-4.0012
Application Information
Effective:
10/21/2009
Change
6A-4.0012
Application Information
8/28/2009
Vol. 35/34
Proposed
6A-4.0012
The purpose of the rule amendment is to adopt the updated certification application forms CG-10 and CG-10R. The effect will be the adoption of the most current applications forms.
8/14/2009
Vol. 35/32
Development
6A-4.0012
The purpose of the rule development is to revise the rule to reflect that the CG-10 and CG-10R certification application forms are to be updated and are to be incorporated by reference in the rule. The effect will be an ....
5/15/2009
Vol. 35/19
Final
6A-4.0012
Application Information
Effective:
01/01/2008
Correction
6A-4.0012
Application Information
9/21/2007
Vol. 33/38
Proposed
6A-4.0012
The purpose of the rule amendment is to propose an increase in the basic certification application fee from the current fee of $56 approved in 1994 to $75 effective January 1, 2008. The effect will be a rule that provides ....
9/14/2007
Vol. 33/37
Withdrawal
6A-4.0012
Application Information
1/19/2007
Vol. 33/03
Proposed
6A-4.0012
The purpose of the rule amendment is to propose an increase in the basic certification application fee from the current fee of $56 approved in 1994 to $75. The effect will be a rule that provides adequate funding for timely ....
12/15/2006
Vol. 32/50
Development
6A-4.0012
The purpose of this rule development is to review the current application fee (set in 1994) and possibly propose an increase in this fee. The effect will be a rule which aligns the cost of services relating to the certification ....
10/20/2006
Vol. 32/42
Final
6A-4.0012
Application Information
Effective:
12/27/2004