How to Renew or Upgrade Credentials
Renewal: Educators must complete 120 renewal credits every 5 years. renewal credits can be earned through college coursework, SCDE approved renewal courses, or SCDE approved CEUs. The renewal Credit Matrix should be used to determine what will be acceptable for renewal credit and what documentation is required.
Upgrade: Educators may upgrade certificate class levels through graduate level coursework and degrees related to the certification area. Educators should review the definitions of eligible degrees and coursework on the website before enrollment.
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