Renewal Types & Requirements (see below)

Level I to Level I

For an educator who has practiced for less than three years in the endorsement area

License is valid for 3 years.

Upload requirements:

• • Documentation of 45 credit hours of professional learning

    • 15 credit hours must be specific to the endorsement and PL activity descriptions should include relevant knowledge and performance standards.

    • The remaining 30 hours can be more broadly earned but should be applicable to the VT educator Core Teaching and Leadership Standards.

    • A transcript, certificate (with hours listed), or Documentation of Professional Learning form signed by an administrator is required for documentation of all PL activities.

  • Documentation of any special credentials or Additional Requirements for Specific Endorsement(s) (see Resources page)

  • Completed Criminal Record Check if necessary

AOE's Level I to Level I Renewal Flowchart (or see below)

Level I to Level II (Transition)

For an educator who has practiced for three years in the endorsement area

Upload requirements:

• • Documentation of 45 credit hours of professional learning

    • 15 credit hours must be specific to the endorsement and PL activity descriptions should include relevant knowledge and performance standards.

    • The remaining 30 hours can be more broadly earned but should be applicable to the VT educator Core Teaching and Leadership Standards.

    • A transcript, certificate (with hours listed), or Documentation of Professional Learning form signed by an administrator is required for documentation of all PL activities.

  • Documentation of any special credentials or Additional Requirements for Specific Endorsement(s) (see Resources page)

  • Completed Transition Form (see Resources page)

  • Completed Criminal Record Check if necessary

AOE's Level I Renewal Flowchart (or see above)

Level II to Level II

For an educator who has an expiring Level II license

License is valid for 5 years.

Upload requirements:

• • Documentation of 90 credit hours of professional learning

    • 30 credit hours must be specific to the endorsement and PL activity descriptions should include relevant knowledge and performance standards.

    • The remaining 60 hours can be more broadly earned but should be applicable to the Core Teaching and Leadership Standards for Vermont educators.

    • A transcript, certificate (with hours listed), or Documentation of Professional Learning form signed by an administrator is required for documentation of all PL activities.

  • Documentation of any special credentials or Additional Requirements for Specific Endorsement(s) (see Resources page)

  • Completed Criminal Record Check if necessary

Modified Level II to Level II Renewal Flowchart (or see below)