The following information is relevant to all certificated staff.
As a reminder, effective April 1, 2024, the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) made changes to their regulations regarding educator certification/licensure. The key changes include:
- An educator certificate is now referred to as an educator license.
- Educator certificates issued prior to July 1, 2024 will continue to be held to the legacy system (6 credits) unless the educator chooses to opt into the new Professional Development Point (PDP) system.
- Educator licenses issued on or after July 1, 2024 will be required to submit 90 PDPs.
In addition, MSDE has transitioned to a new Educator Information System named The Educator Application and Credentialing Hub - or TEACH. Educators will need to submit an application through the portal for any action related to their certificate/license.
How are PDPs calculated?
- 1 clock hour is equivalent to one PDP
- 1 semester hour is equivalent to 15 PDPs
- 1 MSDE CPD credit is equivalent to 15 PDPs
- 1 continuing education unit is equivalent to 10 PDPs
What else should I know about the new PDP system?
The 90 PDPs submitted must include at least one clock hour in each of the following areas:
- Content of pedagogy related to an area on the educator’s license
- English as a Second Language, Sheltered English, or Bilingual English
- Strategies for teaching students with disabilities, or differentiated instruction for students with diverse learning needs
- Culturally Responsive Teaching, or diverse student identities in Education
How can I check my license validity period?
To check your status, go to the Staff Hub, then follow these steps:
- Login to Workday.
- Select your profile picture
- Select View Profile
- Select Careers in the left navigation
- Select the Certifications Tab
Where can I find more information?
For more information, visit the Continuing Professional Development Canvas page and the MSDE website.
In addition, there will be school-based information sessions in all schools on August 20. Information on how to register will be shared in an upcoming Staff Hub post. You may also reach out to your employee credentialing specialist for assistance.