Kansas Professional Teaching License Renewal Requirements
Verified March 23, 2026Official source
Everything you need to renew your Professional Teaching License in Kansas: required hours, accepted PD types, fees, and approved providers.
Requirements at a Glance
160
PD hours required
5
years per cycle
$60
Renewal fee
Free
Late fee
Accepted PD Activity Types
- Professional Development Points (PDPs) from workshops, seminars, or approved PD activities (1 PDP = 1 hour)
- Semester credit hours from a regionally accredited college or university (1 semester hour = 20 PDPs)
- District-approved professional development activities
Special Rules & Notes
Important notes for this license
- 160 PDPs required per 5-year renewal cycle for educators without a graduate degree
- Educators with a graduate degree may qualify for reduced PDP requirements — check KSDE for current thresholds
- 1 semester credit hour equals 20 PDPs
- All applications submitted through KLAS (Kansas Licensure Application System) at ksde.gov
- License renewal fee set annually by the State Board of Education prior to July 1
- Licenses expire on June 30 of the renewal year
Approved PD Providers
Sorted by price per hour — cheapest first. Est. total based on 160 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 160 hours, submit your renewal application through the KansasDepartment of Education's official online portal. Have your PD certificates ready to upload.
Go to Kansas Renewal Portal