Washington Teacher License Renewal
Official DOE SiteVerified March 23, 2026Official source
Below you'll find renewal requirements for each license type in Washington. Click any license for a detailed breakdown including approved PD providers and how to submit your hours.
License Types
Continuing Teacher Certificate
100 hours every 5 yearsRenewal fee: $52
Accepted PD: Clock hours from OSPI-approved continuing education providers, College or university semester credits (1 semester credit = 15 clock hours; 1 quarter credit = 10 clock hours), Professional Growth Plans (1 PGP = 25 clock hours, up to 1 PGP per year), National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) certification (satisfies equity clock hour requirement) +1 more
Residency Teacher Certificate
100 hours every 5 yearsRenewal fee: $81
Accepted PD: Clock hours from OSPI-approved continuing education providers, College or university credits (1 semester credit = 15 clock hours; 1 quarter credit = 10 clock hours), Professional Growth Plans (1 PGP = 25 clock hours, up to 1 PGP per year), Equity-based school practices clock hours aligned with CCDEI standards