Renew a Teaching Credential in DC
(not a District of Columbia teacher, click here to find your state)
How do I keep and renew a teaching credential in DC?
Teachers use online clock hour PD courses and semester graduate credit courses to renew a teaching credential in Washington D.C.
What requirements does a teacher in D.C. need to meet for renewal?
According to the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE), educators have the option of renewing their credential by satisfactorily completing 120 hours of PD completed within the four-year term of the credential being renewed.
1 PLU = 1 clock hour
1 semester college credit = 15 clock hours
A minimum of the equivalent 60 hours must be directly related to the content area of the credential being renewed from PD Activity Domain Table.
All Professional Learning Board courses include a free PD Tracker.
How do I get free clock hours for teachers in DC?
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How do I contact the D.C. Office of the State Superintendent of Education?
Contact the OSSE
810 First St NE, 5th Floor
Washington, DC 20002
educator.licensurehelp@dc.gov
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 September 12th, 2023 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.