Texas Probationary Certificate Renewal Requirements
Everything you need to renew your Probationary Certificate in Texas: required hours, accepted PD types, fees, and approved providers.
Requirements at a Glance
0
PD hours required
1
year per cycle
$78
Renewal fee
Free
Late fee
Accepted PD Activity Types
- Completion of approved educator preparation program
- Passage of required TExES (Texas Examinations of Educator Standards) exams
Special Rules & Notes
Important notes for this license
- Valid for 1 year; may be renewed up to 2 times before standard certificate required
- Issued to candidates who have completed an approved preparation program but have not yet passed all required certification exams
- Must advance to Standard Certificate; not an indefinitely renewable credential
- Renewal submitted through TEAL portal at tea.texas.gov
Approved PD Providers
Sorted by price per hour — cheapest first. Est. total based on 0 hours needed.
| Provider | Price / Hour | Est. Total Cost | States Approved | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
TeacherStepBest price Online teacher education courses for re-certification and license renewal. Offers graduate credit through Converse University. | $3.32/hr | Free | 6 | Visit |
Professional Learning Board Online continuing education for teacher license renewal. State-approved PD provider in multiple states. | $5.85/hr | Free | 9 | Visit |
TeacherStep
Best priceOnline teacher education courses for re-certification and license renewal. Offers graduate credit through Converse University.
Price / hour
$3.32
Est. total (0 hrs)
Free
States approved
6
Professional Learning Board
Online continuing education for teacher license renewal. State-approved PD provider in multiple states.
Price / hour
$5.85
Est. total (0 hrs)
Free
States approved
9
How to Submit Your Hours
Once you've completed your 0 hours, submit your renewal application through the TexasDepartment of Education's official online portal. Have your PD certificates ready to upload.
Go to Texas Renewal Portal