Online Professional Development for Missouri Teachers
Earn Professional Development Hours to Renew your Missouri Teaching License Quickly and Affordably
PDP Requirements for Missouri Teachers
The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) requires ongoing professional development for Missouri teachers to maintain or advance certification.
Renewal: 15 hours of professional development per year until exempt status is reached (10+ years’ experience, advanced degree, or national certification). Applications are submitted through the online certification portal.
Upgrade: Moving from an initial to a professional certificate requires 4 years of teaching experience, 2 years of district mentoring, and 30 hours of professional development (college credits may apply).
Independent courses, such as those from The Teacher’s Academy, may count toward these hours, but teachers should confirm acceptance with their district or DESE.
Online PD Hours for Missouri Private School Teachers
Private and Christian school educators in Missouri also need ongoing professional development for educators. As an ACSI-approved provider, The Teacher’s Academy offers approved online PD courses designed to meet CEU requirements and provide enrichment opportunities for non-public school teachers.
Benefits of Our Online Professional Development for Missouri Educators
- Aligned with DESE standards
- IACET-accredited and eligible for district/state approval
- Flexible, self-paced learning—available 24/7
- Instant downloadable certificates for documentation
- Affordable options for individuals and schools
- Courses cover in-demand topics such as SEL, technology integration, inclusion, and literacy
Whether you’re working in a public or private school, our online teacher PD credits help you stay licensed and sharpen your instructional skills at the same time.
Start Your Online Professional Development Today
Whether you’re working toward an upgrade, fulfilling your annual educators’ professional development hours, or seeking relevant classroom strategies, our courses are designed for Missouri teachers. Gain skills that benefit both your students and your career—all at your own pace.
Sample featured courses include:
Why Choose The Teacher’s Academy?
Courses designed to align with DESE requirements
IACET-accredited and recognized by many districts
Practical, relevant content you can apply immediately
Online professional development for teachers with certificate provided instantly upon completion
Affordable and flexible options tailored to educators’ needs
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Keeping Up with State Teacher’s License Requirements
The Teacher’s Academy designs online PD for teachers to align with Missouri DESE guidelines. However, each educator is responsible for confirming course approval with their district or DESE before submission.
