Minnesota Teaching (K-12) CE audits & penalties

What happens if a tier 4 teaching license misses CE requirements in Minnesota, and how the board checks compliance — sourced from the official board.

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PELSB states there is no penalty if a license expires, but anyone teaching or substituting in a Minnesota public or charter school must hold a valid license. A lapsed Tier 4 license holder may apply for a three-year short-call substitute license or work with their relicensure committee to complete 125 clock hours and renew.Verify with board

How compliance is checked

The district relicensure committee must approve and enter all clock hours before renewal; PELSB's renewal specialist approves out-of-state hours.

Official source: Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board – Lapsed and Out-of-State License Renewal Information

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