Minnesota Career and Technical Education (CTE) License Renewal Requirements

Verified March 23, 2026Official source

Everything you need to renew your Career and Technical Education (CTE) License in Minnesota: required hours, accepted PD types, fees, and approved providers.

Requirements at a Glance

125

PD hours required

5

years per cycle

$67

Renewal fee

Free

Late fee

Accepted PD Activity Types

  • Continuing education clock hours related to CTE subject area
  • Industry-specific professional development
  • University or college coursework
  • Work experience in licensed trade or occupation

Special Rules & Notes

Important notes for this license

  • 125 clock hours of professional development required per 5-year renewal cycle
  • CTE licensees may count verified industry work experience toward renewal
  • Must maintain current industry credentials or certifications where applicable
  • Renewal submitted through PELSB Educator System online portal

Approved PD Providers

Sorted by price per hour — cheapest first. Est. total based on 125 hours needed.

Professional Learning Board

Best price

Online continuing education for teacher license renewal. State-approved PD provider in multiple states.

Price / hour

$5.85

Est. total (125 hrs)

$731.25

States approved

9

Visit Professional Learning Board

How to Submit Your Hours

Once you've completed your 125 hours, submit your renewal application through the MinnesotaDepartment of Education's official online portal. Have your PD certificates ready to upload.

Go to Minnesota Renewal Portal

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