California Teacher CE Requirements
What California requires to renew your Teacher license, with links to the official source.
Hours required
100
Renewal cycle
Every 5 years
Deadline
Your license anniversary
Requirements
All 100 hours may be any CE accepted by the board.
Important Information
Teachers in California need to complete a total of 100 hours of continuing education every five years, and all of them may be any CE accepted by the board.
Your renewal date is tied to the date your license was issued, so it is individual to you. Periods run five years. Check your license or board account for your exact date.
Official Source
Requirements often change — always consult the official website to confirm your requirements.
- Source: Renewal and Reissuance of Credentials (CL-494) (ctc.ca.gov)
- Source: California Teaching Credential Renewal: Complete Guide (creditsforteachers.com)
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