Online Professional Development for DC Teachers
Earn clock hours through flexible, affordable, online teacher continuing education courses.
Professional Development Requirements for DC Educators
To renew a District of Columbia teaching license, educators must complete one of three renewal options every four years. The most common option is through Professional Learning Unit (PLU) activities and coursework, which allow teachers to earn and document clock hours for teachers in DC through approved professional development.
Educators can submit official certificates or transcripts showing completion of 120 clock hours (PLUs) or eight semester credits of professional learning completed within the previous four years. One PLU equals one clock hour, and one semester credit equals 15 clock hours. At least 60 clock hours must relate directly to the subject area of the credential, while the remaining hours may focus on areas such as technology integration, literacy, or social-emotional learning.
How Often Do I Need to Renew My Teaching License with DCPS?
Standard DC educator credentials are valid for four years. Renewal should be completed before the expiration date, but credentials may be reinstated at any time by meeting one of the renewal requirements.
Online PD Hours for DC Private School Teachers
Christian private school teachers in Washington, DC can also benefit from The Teacher’s Academy’s course offerings. As an ACSI-approved provider, our courses are ideal for non-biblical CEU tracking and professional enrichment.
Benefits of Our Online Professional Development
Affordable, 100% online, and self-paced learning options
Downloadable certificates of completion for documentation
Wide selection of continuing education courses for teachers and school staff
Courses designed to help teachers earn clock hours for professional learning
Topics include SEL, inclusion, technology integration, literacy, and differentiated instruction
Continuing Education Courses for DC Teachers
Our catalog offers a variety of online teacher continuing education courses that promote practical classroom application and professional reflection. Whether you are pursuing clock hours for teachers in DC, preparing for renewal, or seeking professional growth, our courses provide meaningful, classroom-ready learning experiences.
Featured DC Online PD Courses:
Why Choose The Teacher’s Academy for DC Teacher License Renewal?
Trusted source of online clock hour PD courses for DC educators
IACET-accredited provider of continuing education courses for teachers
Flexible, self-paced, and accessible 24/7 on any device
Instant downloadable certificates for easy documentation of PLUs and clock hours
Courses designed to support professional growth, teacher advancement, and renewal preparation
Covers in-demand topics including SEL, technology integration, and inclusion
Claim Your Washington, D.C. Teacher Clock Hours
Keeping Up with State Teacher License Requirements
The Teacher’s Academy designs all coursework to align with professional teaching standards. Educators should confirm acceptance of professional learning hours with their school district or the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) before submitting for renewal.
Our online professional development for teachers with certificate programs are trusted nationwide by educators who want to earn professional learning units, improve instructional practice, and stay up to date with the latest teaching strategies.
