Post-Arrival
Talzent | 5 Min 18 November 2024
Why should teachers choose a NACES-approved organization for credential evaluation?
For international teachers aspiring to teach in the United States, credential evaluation is a vital step in verifying their qualifications and aligning them with U.S. educational standards. Choosing an evaluation agency accredited by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) is crucial to ensure professionalism, reliability, and acceptance by schools and credentialing agencies. Here’s why:
- Professional standards and accreditation
- NACES sets rigorous professional standards for its member organizations. Agencies accredited by NACES adhere to these standards, ensuring that evaluations are accurate, thorough, and conducted by experts in the field. This accreditation guarantees that the evaluation process is transparent, consistent, and meets the highest ethical and professional benchmarks.
- Recognized agencies you can trust
- NACES has a select group of member organizations known for their credibility and expertise.
- Some of the most trusted names include:
- World Education Services (WES)
- Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE)
- SpanTran: The Evaluation Company
- International Education Evaluations (IEE)
- These organizations are recognized by U.S. schools, universities, and state education boards, ensuring acceptance of your credential evaluation.
- Wide acceptance by U.S. schools and agencies
- Credential evaluations from NACES-approved organizations are widely recognized and trusted by U.S. schools, universities, and state education boards. This ensures that international teachers’ qualifications will be accepted for employment and visa purposes without concerns about the credibility of the evaluation.
- Streamlined visa and certification processes
- For teachers applying for H1B visas or state certification, choosing a NACES-approved agency eliminates the risk of delays caused by unrecognized evaluations. U.S. immigration authorities, as well as state education boards, often require evaluations from reputable, accredited agencies. Working with a NACES member ensures compliance with these requirements, expediting the visa and certification processes.
- Comprehensive and reliable reports
- NACES-approved organizations provide evaluations that offer detailed insights into international credentials, including degree equivalency and course-by-course breakdowns. These reports are essential for matching teachers’ qualifications to U.S. curriculum requirements and for employers to make informed hiring decisions.
- Avoiding common pitfalls with non-approved agencies
- Using a credential evaluation service that is not NACES-approved can lead to significant setbacks. Evaluations from unaccredited agencies may be rejected by schools, state boards, or visa authorities, causing unnecessary delays or requiring the teacher to start the process again with a recognized organization. This can result in additional costs and frustration.
- Support for international teachers’ success
- NACES-approved agencies understand the complexities of evaluating international education systems. Their expertise ensures that teachers receive a fair and accurate assessment of their qualifications, helping them confidently transition into teaching roles in the U.S.
Conclusion
Choosing a NACES-approved organization for credential evaluation is not just a recommendation—it’s a necessity for international teachers pursuing opportunities in the United States. These agencies provide trusted, professional evaluations that meet the requirements of schools, certification boards, and immigration authorities.
At Talzent, we encourage all teachers to work with NACES-approved agencies for their credential evaluations. This choice ensures smooth progress in visa and certification processes, giving educators the confidence they need to succeed in U.S. schools.