Wisconsin Teacher Licensure

Learn more about alternative teacher certifications and teacher licensure in the state of Wisconsin!

Requirements to renew a license or permit depend on the type of license an educator holds or held and when the educator completed their educator preparation program. If you have any questions, please contact your credentialing consultant.

Alternative Teacher Certification

Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (WI DPI) issues a one-year, renewable License with Stipulations to cover individuals in a full-time teaching position while they work toward obtaining their Wisconsin Teaching License. Individuals must meet renewal requirements outlined by WI DPI each school year in order to renew their License with Stipulations.

Requirements for Licensure

Below are the requirements for obtaining a License with Stipulations:

At minimum, a completed bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Must be working toward obtaining a Wisconsin teaching license and must meet one of the following requirements:
- Must be enrolled in an approved educator preparation program; OR
- Must have scheduled the required licensure test to obtain a Charter School License

A master's, education specialist, or doctoral degree is required for most pupil services and administrator licenses. Refer to the specific licensing pathway for exact details.

For more information on alternative teaching pathways, check out the most commonly asked questions and a quick video introduction.