Montana Class 1, 2, or 3 Teaching License Renewal Requirements
Verified March 23, 2026Official source
Everything you need to renew your Class 1, 2, or 3 Teaching License in Montana: required hours, accepted PD types, fees, and approved providers.
Requirements at a Glance
60
PD hours required
5
years per cycle
$30
Renewal fee
Free
Late fee
Accepted PD Activity Types
- OPI renewal units from approved providers (1 hour of activity = 1 unit)
- University or college semester credit hours (1 semester credit = 15 renewal units)
- District-sponsored professional development registered with OPI
- Montana Office of Public Instruction (OPI) approved workshops and courses
Special Rules & Notes
Important notes for this license
- 60 OPI renewal units required per 5-year license cycle
- 1 semester college credit equals 15 professional development units
- PDUs must be earned during the 5-year validity period through August 31 of the expiration year (ARM 10.57.215)
- Renewal submitted through the OPI Educator Licensing Online (ELON) system
- Class 1 requires a bachelor's degree; Class 2 is a provisional license; Class 3 is a specialist license
Approved PD Providers
Sorted by price per hour — cheapest first. Est. total based on 60 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 60 hours, submit your renewal application through the MontanaDepartment of Education's official online portal. Have your PD certificates ready to upload.
Go to Montana Renewal Portal