North Carolina Teacher CE Requirements
What North Carolina requires to renew your Teacher license, with links to the official source.
Hours required
80
Renewal cycle
Every 5 years
Deadline
June 30 statewide
Requirements
- Subject area (grades K-5 teachers)* — 30 hours
- Literacy (grades K-5 teachers)* — 30 hours
- Subject area (grades 6-12 teachers)* — 40 hours
* Items marked with an asterisk may overlap or apply only to certain license types, so they can add up to more than the total. Check the official source below for what applies to you.
Important Information
Teachers in North Carolina need to complete a total of 80 hours of continuing education every five years. Some items above overlap or apply only to certain license types — check the official source for what applies to you.
Renewal periods in North Carolina run five years and end on June 30 for every licensee. Complete all required hours before that date.
Official Source
Requirements often change — always consult the official website to confirm your requirements.
- Source: Renew or Update Your Professional Educator's License (dpi.nc.gov)
- Source: NCPDI Teacher License Renewal (modelteaching.com)
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