Text Box: ·          How early can I renew my license? 6 months in advance.  Remember to follow the instructions listed on the certificate/license. ·          If I currently hold a certificate, do I renew under the new regulations?  No, the first renewal is grandfathered in, based on the set of previous regulations. ·          I have a Master’s degree, can I renew on experience alone? No, you must renew with an IDP plan. Renewals for experience are only valid for those obtaining degrees prior to July 2003. ·          Do I have to renew with IDP points for a 5– year license? YES, all credit for IDP points, including college course work must go through the PDC for approval. ·          Can a teacher who lives or works in district boundaries but not employed by the district file an IDP plan in order to renew his/her license? Yes. The individual is eligible to file a plan, but the district is not required to allow access to district sponsored activities. ·          Can the PDC limit the number of points an individual earns? No, but the local BOE may limit points for movement on the salary scale. ·          Can the PDC limit the number of points for college credit? No, the regulation states one semester hour of college credit =20 PD pts. ·          Do I have to submit a college transcript to the PDC for approval of course work? Yes. PDC is charged with evaluating college course work  to determine if it falls within one of the three  required areas. ·          How do I get points? As part of your IDP Plan begin by obtaining   knowledge at a workshop, professional education seminar, reading, participating in a study group,  observation of colleagues or other options as approved by your supervisor. ·          How old can professional development points be? credit hours? The individual must verify professional development points earned  during the term of the license that is being renewed. This means any points/credit hours must have been acquired during the current 5-yr. professional license period. 

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