New Mexico Level 2 Educator License Renewal Requirements
Verified March 23, 2026Official source
Everything you need to renew your Level 2 Educator License in New Mexico: required hours, accepted PD types, fees, and approved providers.
Requirements at a Glance
90
PD hours required
9
years per cycle
$120
Renewal fee
$150
Late fee
Accepted PD Activity Types
- Approved professional development activities (approximately 90 PD points per renewal cycle)
- University or college graduate coursework
- District-sponsored professional development
- State-approved PD provider courses
Special Rules & Notes
Important notes for this license
- Level 2 licenses must be renewed every 9 years; license expires June 30
- Renewal requires approximately 90 professional development points, a superintendent's recommendation, and an effective or higher evaluation rating
- Renewal applications accepted beginning January 1 of the expiration year
- A $120 non-refundable fee applies and provides a 1-year grace period after expiration
- If the grace period is exceeded, a $150 fee applies
- Renewal submitted through the NMPED Online Licensure Portal
- Professional Development Dossier (PDD) option is no longer available
- Advancement from Level 2 to Level 3-A requires completing APL I–II Micro-Credentials
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 New MexicoDepartment of Education's official online portal. Have your PD certificates ready to upload.
Go to New Mexico Renewal Portal