Alabama Instructional Leadership Certificate Renewal Requirements

Verified March 23, 2026Official source

Everything you need to renew your Instructional Leadership Certificate in Alabama: required hours, accepted PD types, fees, and approved providers.

Requirements at a Glance

50

PD hours required

5

years per cycle

$30

Renewal fee

Free

Late fee

Accepted PD Activity Types

  • State-approved professional development courses
  • University graduate coursework
  • ALSDE-approved leadership development programs
  • School district-sponsored administrative professional development

Special Rules & Notes

Important notes for this license

  • 50 clock hours of professional development or 3 semester hours of acceptable credit required per 5-year cycle
  • Must be employed in an instructional leadership role or provide documentation of active pursuit of such a position
  • Renewal application must be submitted through the ACE online portal between January 1 and June 30 of expiration year

Approved PD Providers

Sorted by price per hour — cheapest first. Est. total based on 50 hours needed.

No approved providers on file for this state yet. Check back soon, or visit the official DOE site for a full list.

How to Submit Your Hours

Once you've completed your 50 hours, submit your renewal application through the AlabamaDepartment of Education's official online portal. Have your PD certificates ready to upload.

Go to Alabama Renewal Portal

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