Maine Educational Technician Certificate Renewal Requirements

Verified March 23, 2026Official source

Everything you need to renew your Educational Technician Certificate in Maine: required hours, accepted PD types, fees, and approved providers.

Requirements at a Glance

45

PD hours required

5

years per cycle

$75

Renewal fee

Free

Late fee

Accepted PD Activity Types

  • College or university credit (3 semester hours from an accredited institution)
  • Contact hours from workshops and approved PD activities (45 contact hours)

Special Rules & Notes

Important notes for this license

  • 3 semester credit hours OR 45 contact hours required per 5-year renewal cycle (half of the teacher requirement)
  • Contact hours must relate to professional development in education
  • If employed in a Maine public school, the district certification chair recommends renewal
  • Renewal submitted through the Maine DOE certification portal at maine.gov/doe/cert
  • Renewal fee: $75

Approved PD Providers

Sorted by price per hour — cheapest first. Est. total based on 45 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 45 hours, submit your renewal application through the MaineDepartment of Education's official online portal. Have your PD certificates ready to upload.

Go to Maine Renewal Portal

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