Certificate Renewal for Connecticut Certified Educators
If you are already a certified educator in the State of Connecticut, renewing your certificate is a matter of a few simple steps. Review the different types of certificates if you’re not sure which type of certificate you hold.
Renewing an Initial Certificate
Applications for initial certificate renewal can be completed online using the Connecticut Educator Certification System (C.E.C.S.) or with a paper-based ED 183 application.
Renewing a Provisional Certificate
Effective July 1, 2025, Provisional Certificates can no longer be issued or renewed. Educators who hold a Provisional Certificate and who do not meet requirements for a Professional Certificate, will instead be eligible for an Initial Certificate.
Please be aware that this change in certification does not negate previous successful completion of TEAM. If you have met TEAM requirements, this will remain on file with the CSDE.
Applications for provisional certificate renewal can be completed online using the C.E.C.S. portal or with a paper-based ED 170 application.
*Please note: if you have completed 20 months of successful service under a license within the last ten years, please submit a completed Statement of Professional Experience (ED 126) form(s) with your application documenting all experience.
Renewing a Professional Certificate
Applications for professional certificate renewal can be completed online using the C.E.C.S. portal or with a paper-based ED 179 application.
There is no cost to renew a professional certificate. Documentation of professional development (CEUs) is NOT required, and supplemental documentation is not required.
Timelines
Applications are processed in the order received, typically within 4–6 weeks of submission. To avoid delays, applicants are encouraged to submit all requested documents in a timely manner. Processing may take longer during peak months (April–October).