Welcome!
Thank you for your interest in the Metro RESA GaTAPP Program. We are currently accepting applications from individuals who are currently employed as classroom teachers. Please visit the Metro RESA website for eligibility requirements for all programs.
Our program serves teachers in the following school districts: Atlanta Public Schools, Cobb County Schools, City of Decatur Schools, Dekalb County Schools, Douglas County Schools, Forsyth County Schools, Fulton County Schools, Gwinnett County Schools, Marietta City Schools, and Rockdale County Schools. We also partner with some private and parochial schools. Private schools must be regionally accredited, and you must have both an administrator and another teacher in your school who hold professional certification to serve on your team.
We have several deadlines during this application window:
GaTAPP (18 month- 2 year program)
There are two entry dates for the GaTAPP program. You can begin in January 2026 (Winter cohort) or June 2026 (Summer cohort). The deadlines are as follows:
- Winter 2026 cohort- December 12, 2026
- Summer 2026 cohort- June 15, 2026
GaTAPP EXPRESS
GaTAPP Express is an 11-month certification program that is available to general education teachers who hold a degree in the field taught and meet the entry requirements. GaTAPP Express starts in June 2026 and candidates will complete the program by April 2027. The application window for this program closes on May 15, 2026.
ONE YEAR ELEMENTARY ADD-ON PROGRAM
This program is for those who have professional certification in another field who need to add Elementary Education to the certificate. Applicants must take and pass the Elementary GACE and be teaching academic content in an elementary school. The application will be open from March 1, 2026, through August 1, 2026.
APPLICATION FEE
You will be required to pay a $75.00 application fee when submitting your application. This fee covers all administrative costs related to processing your application and is non-refundable. Please allow 30 days after submitting your application fee to inquire about your application as it may take that long for your application to be processed.
If you have been previously approved for the GaTAPP program and are re-applying OR if you have questions about any program, please reach out to Brooke Smalley- brooke.smalley@mresa.org. Our office is open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 am - 3:30 pm; you can call during these hours to speak to a representative- (770)431-2222.