Meeting State Requirements for Maryland Teachers
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Renew My Maryland Teaching Certificate
We have helped thousands of Maryland teachers meet their certificate renewal requirements, increase their salaries and advance their careers. Teaching Channel with Learners Edge graduate level, continuing education courses meet MSDE renewal requirements.
Meet Renewal Requirements
Requirements for renewal differ based on your employment status and the type of certificate you hold. If under contract in a Maryland local school system, a non-public school providing services to special education students, or a State institution, renewal request will be processed by your employer.
If you are not under contract with a Maryland local school system, non-public school providing services to special education students, or a State institution, you will need to submit a renewal application through The Educator Application and Certification Hub (TEACH). Be prepared to submit six semester hours of credit that is:
- Earned or taught at a regionally accredited college/university or through Maryland approved Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits*; and
- Related to a PK-12 public school assignment; and
- Earned within the 5-year validity period of the expiring certificate; and
- Earned in required reading coursework if not already completed (teaching areas only).
- Maryland certificate holders with certification in a secondary content area, special education 6- Adult, PreK-12 disciplines, and library media specialist are required to complete 6 semester hours in reading/literacy, which shall include:
- 5260: Literacy in the Content Areas I
- Approved with conditions for 3 credits until December 31, 2024 with the assigned Maryland CPD number of 23-68-10C.
- 5261: Literacy in the Content Areas II
- Approved with conditions for 3 credits until December 31, 2024 with the assigned Maryland CPD number of 23-68-11C.
- 5260: Literacy in the Content Areas I
- Certificate holders with certification in early childhood education, elementary education, and special education Infant-3 and 1-8 are required to complete 12 semester hours in reading, which shall include:
- 5262: The course, Processes and Acquisition of Literacy Skills, has been approved with conditions for 3 credits until December 31, 2028 with the assigned CPD number of 23-68-26C.
- 5263: The course, Materials for Teaching Literacy, has been approved with conditions for 3 credits until December 31, 2028 with the assigned CPD number of 23-68-29C.
- 5264: The course, Instruction in Literacy, has been approved with conditions for 3 credits until December 31, 2028 with the assigned CPD number of 23-68-27C.
- 5265: The course, Assessment of Literacy, has been approved with conditions for 3 credits until December 31, 2028 with the assigned CPD number of 23-68-28C
- Outstanding reading coursework is due at the renewal of the professional certificate.
- Maryland certificate holders with certification in a secondary content area, special education 6- Adult, PreK-12 disciplines, and library media specialist are required to complete 6 semester hours in reading/literacy, which shall include:
Credit Conversion
1 Teaching Channel with Learners Edge graduate level, continuing education credit = 1 semester credit hour
Each Teaching Channel with Learners Edge 3-credit course requires approximately 45 hours for course completion.
Example 1: Equity Focus
5110: Creating a Vision for Equity in Education (3 credits)
Example 2: Differentiation Focus
Example 3: Literacy in the Content Areas—Required Reading Coursework with Maryland Approved Courses
5260: Literacy in the Content Areas I (3 credits)
5261: Literacy in the Content Areas II (3 credits)
Select from our 1, 2 and 3 credit courses to meet your Maryland certificate renewal needs.
*Acceptable credit is credit that is:
- Earned or taught at a regionally accredited college/university.
All Teaching Channel with Learners Edge University Partners meet this requirement through their regional accreditation. Our University Partners provide versatile and effective continuing education graduate credit courses and are accredited by various agencies including: CAEP/TEAC/NCATE, HLC, NECHE, NWCCU, WSCUC. - Related to a school assignment;
- Earned within 5 years immediately preceding the date the certificate is issued;
- Earned in required reading course work if not already completed (teaching areas only).
For more renewal information, visit the Education Certification page of the Maryland Department of Education.
Advance Your Salary
Increase your annual and lifetime salary through salary advancement by completing graduate-level, continuing education courses or a graduate program with American College of Education (ACE).
Already have a Master’s Degree? Maximize your education return on investment with our 5-Course Lane Change Bundle.
Teaching Channel with Learners Edge partners with highly respected colleges and universities to provide versatile and effective continuing education graduate credit courses for educators. Teaching Channel with Learners Edge University Partners are accredited by various agencies including: CAEP/TEAC/NCATE, HLC, NECHE, NWCCU WSCUC.
Not sure which University Partner to choose?
ACE is our preferred partner for many reasons including its accredited status and educator-focused graduate-level programs.
District requirements vary; please refer to your contract or seek district guidance or pre-approval as needed.
University Partners for Maryland Educators
Not sure which university partner to choose? American College of Education is our preferred partner for many reasons including its accredited status and educator-focused graduate-level programs.
Why You Should Enroll in Courses as a Long-Term Investment
In many districts, teachers gain a salary increase when they accrue graduate-level credits. But have you considered the money you leave on the table when you delay accruing those credits?
Teachers who gain an extra $8K in salary 20 years before retirement bring home an extra $160K in earnings. And those teachers may also receive a higher pension by finishing their careers at an advance salary level. Compare that to the educator who achieves that goal 10 years later: $80K less income. See what credit accrual could mean for you by using our salary calculator. Be sure to check our course bundles that let you accrue credits at less cost and on a pay-as-you-learn plan.
Bundle Your Savings
Pay a lot less with our course bundles, plus go even easier on your budget with a monthly payment plan.
3-Course Bundle
Choose three 3-credit graduate-level, continuing education courses and save $187.
5-Course Bundle
Choose five 3-credit graduate-level, continuing education courses and save up to $380.
10-Course Bundle
Choose ten 3-credit graduate-level, continuing education courses and save up to $760.
Enhance Your
Salary and Career
We are proud partners with American College of Education (ACE). Named #2 on Newsweek’s list of America’s Top Online Colleges 2023, ACE ensures you can learn and grow as far as you desire for your teaching career.
Find the advanced degree you need at an exceptionally low price through our special partnership with ACE.
Save up to 84% on Tuition Costs
Master’s Programs
With Teaching Channel Discount
$8,500
When Transferring
up to 9 Teaching Channel graduate-level course credits
Average ACE Cost
(without our discount)
$10,000
National Average Cost
of an M.Ed. Degree
$54,000
Doctoral Programs
With Teaching Channel Discount
$22,500
When Transferring
up to 9 Teaching Channel graduate-level course credits
Average ACE Cost
(without our discount)
$24,000
National Average
Cost of an EdD Degree
$111,900
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Gather your group and get the best course pricing available. It’s easy to sign up and organize. As your group grows, so does your discount.