Massachusetts Professional License Renewal Requirements
Verified March 23, 2026Official source
Everything you need to renew your Professional License in Massachusetts: required hours, accepted PD types, fees, and approved providers.
Requirements at a Glance
150
PD hours required
5
years per cycle
$100
Renewal fee
Free
Late fee
Accepted PD Activity Types
- Professional Development Points (PDPs) from workshops, courses, or approved activities
- College or university coursework (graduate or undergraduate)
- Curriculum development, instructional coaching, or peer mentoring recognized by employer
- National Board Certification or renewal activities
- Individual Professional Development Plan (IPDP)-approved activities
Special Rules & Notes
Important notes for this license
- 150 PDPs required per 5-year renewal cycle
- Required PDP distribution: at least 15 PDPs in SEI/ESL/ELL or Bilingual Education; at least 15 PDPs in strategies for students with disabilities or diverse learning styles; at least 15 PDPs in the content area of the license; at least 15 PDPs in pedagogy; remaining 90 PDPs may be elective
- A minimum of 10 PDPs must be earned in a single topic for those points to count toward renewal
- Public school educators must have an IPDP approved by their district; private school educators are strongly encouraged to do so
- Renewal submitted through the Educator Licensure and Recruitment (ELAR) system at doe.mass.edu
- Primary area renewal fee: $100; each additional area: $25
- License period runs for 5 calendar years from date issued or last renewed
Approved PD Providers
Sorted by price per hour — cheapest first. Est. total based on 150 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 150 hours, submit your renewal application through the MassachusettsDepartment of Education's official online portal. Have your PD certificates ready to upload.
Go to Massachusetts Renewal Portal