Educator Services
Licensure

The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education issues three kinds of Educator Licenses. In addition to using Licensure Help and ELAR educators can Contact the Licensure Office to learn about becoming licensed or renewing a license.

	Academic (PreK - 12) Licenses for teachers, administrators, specialist teachers, and professional support personnel are generally required for employment.	Online Tools
	Vocational Technical Education Licenses for teachers, administrators, and cooperative education coordinators are generally required for employment in state-approved vocational technical education programs.
	Adult Basic Education The ABE License is a voluntary license. By statute, the Department does not require this license; however, employers have the option of using this license as part of their hiring criteria.
	Related Resources Regulations, Guidelines, and Forms