Nevada Teacher Fingerprinting Services – Approved by Department of Education
At iPride Notary, Fingerprinting & Apostilles, we provide fast and reliable Education Fingerprinting service in Las Vegas Nevada. As an approved vendor for the Nevada Department of Education, we ensure your fingerprints are electronically submitted to the department, making the process efficient and hassle-free.
We recognize the vital role that teachers and support staff play in shaping the future of our children. Whether you’re a teacher needing fingerprinting for initial licensure or renewal (typically every five years), or a volunteer dedicating your time to supporting our schools, we are here to help.
iPride Notary, Fingerprinting & Apostilles is proud to serve public schools, including CCSD (Clark County School District), as well as private and charter schools throughout Nevada. We are also an approved vendor for the Carson City School District and Washoe County School District’s volunteers, providing comprehensive fingerprinting services to meet your needs.
Nevada Teacher Licensure and Renewal Process – Step-by-Step Guide
- Register through OPAL
Start by registering through the Online Portal for Application and Licensure (OPAL). You will receive email and text notifications as your application moves through the process. - Complete Application Requirements
Fill out the self-disclosure questions and submit all necessary documents as outlined in the application. - Pay the Required Fees
Make your payment through OPAL. - Complete Background Check and Fingerprinting
Once you’ve met all OPAL requirements, you’ll receive an email with instructions for your background check and fingerprinting. Bring this email receipt and a government-issued ID to iPride Notary, Fingerprinting & Apostilles. We offer Live Scan electronic fingerprinting for direct submission to the NV Department of Public Safety and FBI, or you can opt for fingerprints on an FBI form FD-258 card (or equivalent) for submission to the Nevada Department of Education.
Note: You may need to complete fingerprint background checks twice—once for your state license and again for the school or district where you are employed—because these agencies cannot share criminal history information.
Education Fingerprinting Las Vegas – License and Renewal Fingerprinting
If you need fingerprints for your teacher’s license or renewal, iPride Notary, Fingerprinting & Apostilles is here to help. Our expert technicians provide fast and seamless fingerprinting services both at our Las Vegas facility and through our convenient mobile services. No appointment is necessary—simply visit us at 8430 W Lake Mead Blvd, Suite 135, Las Vegas, NV 89128, or contact us to schedule a mobile appointment. Call us at 702-273-8618 with any questions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, we offer both Live Scan electronic fingerprinting and traditional fingerprint cards. While the Nevada Department of Education (NDOE) recommends Live Scan, we can provide fingerprint cards, which you can send or drop off to the Department Board.
No. The NDOE only accepts Live Scan submissions from Nevada. If you live in another state and are applying for licensure in Nevada, you will need to submit a fingerprint card.
Your fingerprints are sent to both the FBI and the Nevada Department of Public Safety, which will process your prints and send the criminal history reports back to the NDOE.
The Department estimates that it can take up to eight weeks to process your license. Live Scan submissions typically yield faster results than fingerprint cards and reduce the risk of cards being lost in the mail.
