Renew a Teaching Certificate in AL
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How do I renew a teaching certificate in AL?
Teachers in Alabama can renew or reinstate a teaching certificate using the new ACE online portal.
All requirements to continue a certificate must be completed during the certificate’s valid period and by the date of expiration reflected on the certificate. Certificates are not continued prior to the calendar year of their expiration.
The application to continue a certificate must be received in the Educator Certification Section of the ALSDE between January 1 and June 30 of the calendar year of the certificate’s expiration.
What state requirements does a teacher in AL need to meet for renewal?
Alabama teachers can renew their teaching certificate with 50 clock hours of professional development. Your employer, the approved provider, must verify the clock hours with a Supplement VPD Form. More information can be found here.
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How do I reinstate an expired Alabama teaching certificate?
Alabama teachers can reinstate an expired teaching certificate with 100 clock hours of professional development. Your employer, the approved provider, must verify the clock hours with a Supplement VPD Form. More information can be found here.
How do I get free clock hours for teachers in Alabama?
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How do I contact the AL Department of Education?
Contact the Alabama Department of Education
50 N Ripley St, PO Box 302101, Montgomery, AL 36104
(334) 694-4900
Disclaimer: Please ensure the information and courses meet requirements for your teaching certificate and circumstances and align with what your state Department of Education requires. The new continuing education information and courses listed on this page are current as of March 8th, 2025 to meet the best information available. State licensing requirements and school district approval processes may change and it is your responsibility as a licensed or certified teacher to know your state certification renewal requirements and the process for submission and approval of all professional and staff development hours for renewing a license, licensing and certificate renewal and expired or lapsed certification. Professional Learning Board can not guarantee acceptance by your school, district, state Department of Education or licensing authority.
