Michigan Advanced Professional Teaching Certificate Renewal Requirements
Verified March 23, 2026Official source
Everything you need to renew your Advanced Professional Teaching Certificate in Michigan: required hours, accepted PD types, fees, and approved providers.
Requirements at a Glance
150
PD hours required
5
years per cycle
$60
Renewal fee
Free
Late fee
Accepted PD Activity Types
- State Continuing Education Clock Hours (SCECHs) from approved providers
- Michigan District Provided Professional Development (DPPD) logged as SCECHs
- University or college semester credit hours (1 credit = 25 SCECHs)
Special Rules & Notes
Important notes for this license
- 150 SCECHs or equivalent required per 5-year renewal cycle
- Requires a master's degree or higher for initial issuance
- Unlimited renewals — each renewal adds 5 years of validity
- Managed through MOECS at mdoe.state.mi.us
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 MichiganDepartment of Education's official online portal. Have your PD certificates ready to upload.
Go to Michigan Renewal Portal