A person who currently holds an Indiana license whose objective(s) is to renew, make an addition, or convert to a professional level should complete the following steps that pertain to that area:
RENEWAL
- Complete six hours of academic credit at Purdue University in the teaching major, minor, or endorsement area(s) or in professional education within five years of the application date. A grade point average of 2.5/4.0 is required for renewal.
- For Rules 2002 license renewal, the Professional Growth Plan (PGP) must be completed. Submit the appropriate documents no less than 120 days prior to the expiration of your current license to the Division of Professional Standards. Individuals with a Bulletin 400 or Rules 46-47 license may use the PGP to renew those licenses; however, all subsequent renewals must be under the PGP. For complete PGP details, visit Division of Professional Standards.
- If you are renewing a Speech, Language, and Hearing Clinician license, contact a licensing advisor for specific requirements.
ADDITION
- Request and receive an evaluation for the addition. If an evaluation has not been completed, the evaluation will be done at the time of application, and the applicant will be charged a minimum of $35 for the evaluation. A cashier's check or money order payable to Purdue University is required for the evaluation.
- Complete the required course work at Purdue University , maintaining a 2.5/4.0 index.
- The application fee for an addition and renewal at the same time is $35.
CONVERSION TO A PROFESSIONAL LICENSE
- Request and receive an evaluation for the conversion by the Office of Professional Preparation and Licensure. If an evaluation has not been completed, the evaluation will be done at the time of application, and the applicant will be charged $35 for the evaluation.
- Complete the required course work for conversion at Purdue University.
- Earn a master's degree.
- Complete five years of teaching experience.
Online Licensing
WHO CAN APPLY ONLINE:
A person may apply online for licensure that falls into one or more of the following categories:
- Original Rules 2002 license
- Addition to a Rules 46-47 or Rules 2002 license
- Renewal of Rules 46-47 license
- Conversion to a Professional Rules 46-47 license (Instructional Only)
Note: If you are requesting ANY other license/action, DO NOT proceed to the online application. You must print, complete and submit your application by mail:
http://www.doe.state.in.us/dps/quicklinks.html
HOW TO APPLY ONLINE
NOTE: If you are applying for an original Initial Practitioner license, you will need to provide the Office of Professional Preparation and Licensure with the following items prior to applying online:
Copy of the front and back sides of your valid, signed CPR certification card
Updated mailing address where the Indiana teacher license will be sent
You will not be recommended for licensure until these items have been received.
Purdue University
Office of Professional Preparation and Licensure Beering
Hall of Liberal Arts and Education, Room 3229
100 N. University Street
West Lafayette, IN 47907-2098
Phone: 765-494-5486
Fax: 765-494-0587
E-mail: licensure@purdue.edu
The Online System can be accessed via two different sites, depending on your entry level.
PREVIOUS ONLINE APPLICATION USERS:
If you have used the Online Licensing System for a previous licensing action and have a LOGIN account, go to: https://pcats.doe.state.in.us/apps/psb/pcats.
This will take you to a WELCOME page that will provide a review of the Indiana Educator Online Licensing System. Read the preliminary instructions prior to clicking on CLICK HERE to access the LOGIN page. For a review of the online licensing process, refer to the Teacher Online Licensing System page at the following URL: http://www.doe.state.in.us/dps/licensing/online_licensing.html.
FIRST-TIME ONLINE APPLICANTS:
If you are using the Indiana Online Educator System for the first time, go to the following URL to access the Teacher Online Licensing System: http://www.doe.state.in.us/dps/licensing/online_licensing.html.
This system is for Indiana program completers who are applying for licensure and have completed coursework or graduated from an Indiana college or university:
1. Click on each of the three links: Applicant User Manual, Quick Tips, and Instruction Page to access the instructions needed to complete the online registration, login, and application processes. You will click on CLICK HERE on the Instruction Page to access the LOGIN page in order to complete the registration process. -continued on next page
2. You will create your own username when you register, but your initial password will be sent via the email account provided by you when you register. You will receive a message from dps_conf@doe.state.in.us with the subject area showing, 'Do Not Reply' DOE Division of Professional Standards-Online Licensing Account has been created. Click on the message to access your username and the initial password. Write down this information to reference for future use. You will create a new password when you LOGIN. You will be ready to complete the application process.
3. If you have a dual major or more than one content area and have completed all Praxis II tests for all areas, you only have to submit one application. You will type in the SUBJECT and/or ENDORSEMENT field the names of the content area (example: Mathematics and Exceptional Needs: Mild Intervention).
4. If you are an Elementary Education or Language Arts major with the Reading addition, you will need to click on ADD THE ABOVE REQUEST TO MY APPLICATION in order to add Reading to your license. Refer to pages 4 and 5 of the Application User Manual.
5. Note: You will need a major credit or debit card to complete the application process. All fees are non-refundable.
6. The Limited Criminal History Check is included in the online application process at no additional cost.
7. You will receive an email from the Indiana Department of Education, Division of Professional Standards (DPS) verifying your application has been uploaded. Print this email for your records. Notification of the completion of your online license will be sent to the Purdue University Office of Professional Preparation and Licensure (OPPL). The recommendation for licensure will be made after your grades and degree have posted to the Purdue transcript and OPPL has received your mailing address and the copy of the front and back sides of your valid, signed CPR certification card. You will receive another email from the DPS following the Purdue recommendation to notify you that your license is being processed. Print a copy of all notifications from the DPS for your records.
8. You can track the status of your application by accessing your account via the LOGIN page and view the information in the field below 'Applications in Processing' for current information.
9. If you encounter any problems or receive an 'error' message, be sure to call the Indiana Department of Education, Division of Professional Standards (DPS) Helpdesk at 317-232-9010 or their toll-free number at 866-542-3672. Please note the link to the right under 'Quick Links' for the DPS Teacher Online Licensing System. Refer to the Applicant User Manual and Quick Tips.
Complete the following for license renewal, additions or conversions:
LICENSE APPLICATION (PDF)
- Type or print in ink.
- Complete all applicable sections of the application. Please note that it is necessary for Purdue University to release your Social Security Number on this application to the Indiana Department of Education Division of Professional Standards. If you have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor (other than minor traffic violations), attach a written explanation and copies of court records.
- Sign and date the application.
REQUEST FOR LIMITED CRIMINAL HISTORY INFORMATION (PDF)
- Complete the personal information at the top of the Request for Adult Criminal History Information Form #8053. You are the subject of request and the requesting individual. Therefore, the report needs to be returned to you from the Indiana State Police. Do not request that the form be mailed to the Office of Professional Preparation and Licensure. The Box # 2 under the $7.00 section should be marked. Sign and date at the bottom of the second page.
- Submit the completed Form #8053 and a cashier's check or money order for $7.00 payable to the State of Indiana to the Indiana State Police, Central Repository, Indiana Government Center North, 100 North Senate Avenue , Room N302, Indianapolis , IN 46204-2259 (317-233-5424).
- Results will be returned to you in three to four weeks. The limited criminal history report is valid for a period of one year from the date of issuance regardless of the number of license actions requested within that time frame.
- A limited criminal history report also can be downloaded from the Internet at Indiana State Police. This service costs $16.32. Under Reason for Request, check #3, "Applicant has applied for a license and criminal history data is required by law to be provided in connection with the license." The set out authority number to add for Reason #3 is: IC-20-6.1-3-7.1. Be sure to print the report.
- If you are currently working in a school setting, your school corporation may be able to download a limited criminal history report for its employees from the website listed in #4 above. A printout on the on-line limited criminal history report is acceptable for submission with your license materials.
In order for the Division of Professional Standards to process your license, the first and last names on the limited criminal history report must be the same names as listed on your license application.
ITEMS TO BE INCLUDED IN LICENSE APPLICATION PACKET:
- Include the application with all applicable sections completed. Please note that it is necessary for Purdue University to release your Social Security Number on this application to the Indiana Department of Education Division of Professional Standards.
- Enclose a money order or cashier's check for $35.00, made payable to the State of Indiana . No personal checks or cash are accepted.
- Include the results received from the criminal history check. Do not send a photocopy. If you have already submitted a limited criminal history report for another license action within a year, please make a note of this on the materials you submit to this office so your application will not be returned to you as incomplete.
- Include an official transcript if any course work for a renewal, addition, or conversion has been completed at another university (unless already submitted for an evaluation).
- Include a valid license (A copy may be submitted if the license has expired. If you have completed the Beginning Internship Program, however, the license with original signatures on the back of the license must be submitted).
- For a conversion, submit a letter verifying five years of teaching experience on school corporation letterhead signed by the personnel office of the school corporation. Dates of employment, position held, grades/subjects taught or administered, whether the experience was full or part time, and the accreditation status of the school at the time of employment should be included.
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SUBMIT APPLICATION PACKET TO:
Purdue University
Office of Professional Preparation and Licensure
Beering Hall of Liberal Arts and Education, Room 3229
100 N. University Street
West Lafayette, IN 47907-2098
Contact the Office of Professional Preparation and Licensure if you have questions:
765/494-5486;
E-mail: licensure@purdue.edu
NOTE: For Emergency Permit, Substitute Teaching Permit, Reciprocal License, or Out-of-State Licensing visit the Office of Professional Preparation and Licensure
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