Online Professional Development for Rhode Island Teachers
Earn Professional Learning Units (PLUs) Online to Renew Your Rhode Island Teaching License
Professional Development Requirements for Rhode Island Teachers
The Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) requires teachers to complete Professional Learning Units (PLUs) to renew Initial, Professional, or Advanced certificates. The number of PLUs required depends on your certificate type and expiration year.
General PLU Requirements
- Initial Certificate (3 years): Requires completion of 90 PLUs to advance to a Professional Certificate
- Professional Certificate (5 years): Between 75–100 PLUs, based on expiration year
- Advanced Certificate (7 years): Also requires 100 PLUs, plus an aspirational benchmark (e.g., NBCT or advanced degree)
Starting in 2030, all renewals for Professional and Advanced certificates will require 100 PLUs.
Online PD Hours for Rhode Island Private School Teachers
Private and Christian school educators in Rhode Island 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 Courses
- Aligned with RIDE 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 need professional learning units for RI teachers or are looking to renew your Rhode Island teaching license, our courses make it easy to stay compliant while building real classroom skills.
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 Rhode Island teachers. Gain skills that benefit both your students and your career—all at your own pace.
Sample featured courses include:
Why Choose Our Courses
Courses designed to align with RIDE expectations
IACET-accredited and recognized by many schools and districts
Practical, relevant content you can apply immediately
Online professional development for teachers with a certificate provided instantly upon completion
Affordable and flexible options tailored to educators’ needs
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Keeping Up with State Teacher License Requirements
The Teacher’s Academy designs online PD for teachers to support Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) guidelines. However, each educator is responsible for confirming course approval with their district or through the RIDE portal before submission.
