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Teacher certification information

How e-Learning for Educators courses can be used for required professional development hours

*Note: only a degree-granting institution can provide initial certification

In 2003, statutory changes were made that require educators to complete ongoing professional development until the educator reaches two of three items: ten years of experience, the next higher degree or national certification from a Missouri-recognized board. The professional development may include contact hours of district-approved professional improvement activities or appropriate college course work (one college credit = 15 contact hours).

Certification Level
AEL Classification 		Post-Initial Certification
Years 1-4 		Reactivation Career Certification
Years 5-99		 Additional Certification/ Subject Area Endorsements

Professional Development Requirements

60 total contact hours

24 contact hours plus annual requirement

20 contact hours annually until exempt

 

Eligibility of
e-Learning Courses

DESE recognizes
the use of
e-Learning courses for these hours. However, each district must also approve the PD based on district needs and goals.

DESE recognizes
the use of
e-Learning courses for these hours. However, each district must also approve the PD based on district needs and goals.

If an educator seeking reactivation is not currently employed, DESE has approved
e-Learning courses to complete the 24 contact hours needed to reactivate for 1 year.

DESE recognizes
the use of
e-Learning courses for these hours. However, each district must also approve the PD based on district needs and goals.		 Contact your school administrator to determine which e-Learning courses are acceptable to meet your PD plan.

Reviewed March 20, 2007
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