Washington Residency Teacher Certificate Renewal Requirements
Verified March 23, 2026Official source
Everything you need to renew your Residency Teacher Certificate in Washington: required hours, accepted PD types, fees, and approved providers.
Requirements at a Glance
100
PD hours required
5
years per cycle
$81
Renewal fee
Free
Late fee
Accepted PD Activity Types
- 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
Special Rules & Notes
Important notes for this license
- 100 clock hours (or equivalent) required per 5-year renewal cycle
- As of July 1, 2023, 15 clock hours in equity-based school practices are required
- Residency Certificate is for educators completing initial years of practice; must eventually advance to Continuing Certificate by completing a state-approved Professional Certification program
- On-time application deadline is January 1 of the expiration year
- Renewal fee is $81
Approved PD Providers
Sorted by price per hour — cheapest first. Est. total based on 100 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 100 hours, submit your renewal application through the WashingtonDepartment of Education's official online portal. Have your PD certificates ready to upload.
Go to Washington Renewal Portal