Illinois Professional Educator License Renewal Requirements
Everything you need to renew your Professional Educator License in Illinois: required hours, accepted PD types, fees, and approved providers.
Requirements at a Glance
120
PD hours required
5
years per cycle
$50
Renewal fee
Free
Late fee
Accepted PD Activity Types
- State-approved PD provider courses
- University coursework (graduate or undergraduate)
- National Board Certification activities
- School district-sponsored PD
- Conferences and workshops from approved providers
Special Rules & Notes
Important notes for this license
- 120 PD hours required per 5-year renewal cycle
- National Board Certification holders need only 60 hours per cycle
- At least 15 hours must be in teacher/educator evaluation if evaluator-endorsed
- Renewal submitted through ELIS (Educator Licensure Information System) at elis.isbe.net
- License expires on June 30 of the renewal year
Approved PD Providers
Sorted by price per hour — cheapest first. Est. total based on 120 hours needed.
| Provider | Price / Hour | Est. Total Cost | States Approved | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Professional Learning BoardBest price Online continuing education for teacher license renewal. State-approved PD provider in multiple states. | $5.85/hr | $702 | 9 | Visit |
Professional Learning Board
Best priceOnline continuing education for teacher license renewal. State-approved PD provider in multiple states.
Price / hour
$5.85
Est. total (120 hrs)
$702
States approved
9
How to Submit Your Hours
Once you've completed your 120 hours, submit your renewal application through the IllinoisDepartment of Education's official online portal. Have your PD certificates ready to upload.
Go to Illinois Renewal Portal