Post-Graduation.

I have a feeling that post-graduation will include me researching, asking way too many questions, and figuring out all of this teacher certification business! The big question is: Do I become certified in Michigan when I am not seeking employment in Michigan? 

I wish the answers to my millions of questions would just fall from the sky at the snap of my fingers. 

 I applied for a teaching job in Rochester New York this morning. The only requirement is a New York State Certification. Makes sense, right? Since my major is scarce in many states, would it be smart to move to a state, become certified, and then begin to apply? To me, it makes sense to research states, visit them, apply for jobs, and then work towards certification if I receive an offer. Am I crazy for thinking that way?