Maryland Professional Educator Certificate Renewal Requirements
Verified March 23, 2026Official source
Everything you need to renew your Professional Educator Certificate in Maryland: required hours, accepted PD types, fees, and approved providers.
Requirements at a Glance
90
PD hours required
5
years per cycle
$10
Renewal fee
Free
Late fee
Accepted PD Activity Types
- Professional Development Points (PDPs) from workshops, courses, or conferences
- College or university coursework (graduate or undergraduate)
- National Board Certification activities
- Peer assistance and review activities
- Curriculum development and instructional coaching recognized by the employer
Special Rules & Notes
Important notes for this license
- 90 PDPs required per 5-year renewal cycle, logged in the Individualized Professional Development Plan (IPDP)
- PDPs must include professional learning in four required areas: (1) content or pedagogy in a licensed area, (2) ESL/Sheltered English/Bilingual Education, (3) strategies for teaching students with disabilities or differentiated instruction, and (4) culturally responsive teaching or diverse student identities
- Beginning July 1, 2025: educators in Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, Generic Special Education (all grade bands), and ESOL must demonstrate proficiency in scientific reading instruction at renewal (passing score on approved reading assessment or equivalent)
- Renewal submitted through the TEACH Dashboard at marylandpublicschools.org
- Renewal fee: $10 per certificate ($1.50 additional for online payment)
Approved PD Providers
Sorted by price per hour — cheapest first. Est. total based on 90 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 90 hours, submit your renewal application through the MarylandDepartment of Education's official online portal. Have your PD certificates ready to upload.
Go to Maryland Renewal Portal