The Erie 1 BOCES Regional Certification Office provides assistance, and processes/evaluates the online applications of candidates for New York State Certification in the areas of teaching and pupil personnel services.

Our regular business hours are
Monday through Friday, 8:00-4:00.
While we are pleased to assist school personnel with certification, please remember that
your certification is your responsibility. 

Be sure that you know when your certificate expires and what is required to achieve the next level of certification.
 Your employment in the New York State Public Schools depends on it !