Louisiana Teacher PD Requirements (2026)

150 hours every 5 years for teachers

Source

Source: https://www.louisianabelieves.com/teaching/teacher-certification
Last verified: May 25, 2026

Primary source: Louisiana Department of Education. LA's self-documentation model is notably strict — teachers must produce all 150 hours of evidence when renewal is initiated. 150 CLUs places LA among the highest hour requirements in the nation. Level 1 teachers are exempt — the requirement only applies once a teacher reaches Level 2 or 3.

Teachers

Annual hours: —
Cycle hours: 150
Cycle years: 5

Louisiana Level 2 and Level 3 teaching certificates renew every 5 years. Required: 150 CLUs (Continuing Learning Units) per 5-year cycle. 1 CLU = 1 clock hour of district- or system-approved active engagement in professional development. Averages to 30 CLUs per year. Level 1 teachers (initial 3-year cert) have NO CLU requirement — renewal based on employer verification of continued employment only. Documentation burden is entirely on the teacher; district does NOT track CLUs. Graduate-level coursework from regionally accredited university counts at 15 CLU per semester credit. District-sponsored PD days, approved workshops, conferences all count. Renewal initiated by employer through Louisiana Educator Portal.

Counselors

Annual hours: —
Cycle hours: 150
Cycle years: 5

School counselors hold an LDE Ancillary Certificate or Type A/B/C ancillary equivalent, follow the same 150 CLU / 5-year framework at Level 2/3.

Administrators

Annual hours: —
Cycle hours: 150
Cycle years: 5

Administrators hold an LDE Educational Leader certificate, follow the same 150 CLU / 5-year framework.

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Information current as of May 25, 2026. Verify with your state Department of Education for official licensure decisions.