Reinstatement of an Idaho Certificate
This application is for individuals who want to reestablish an expired five (5)-year Idaho certificate. A non-renewable, three (3)-year Interim Certificate may be issued to the applicant who holds an expired five (5)-year Idaho certificate. During the validity period of the three (3)-year Interim Certificate, the applicant must meet all requirements listed for the specific certificate and endorsement areas to apply for a five (5)-year renewable certificate.
Important: If an individual’s credential has been expired for over one year, it is recommended that the individual have a position secured ahead of applying for reinstatement, as the applicant MUST complete two (2) years of successful teaching during the three (3)-year validity period of the reinstated credential.
How to Apply
To apply for Reinstatement of an Idaho Certificate, you must submit an application packet with all required documents and fees.
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Required documents and Fees
- Completed and signed Idaho Educator Certification Application packet
- Application fee of $75.00
- Checks and money orders are to be made payable to the Idaho Department of Education
- Credit and debit cards are accepted for walk-in applications only
- Payment is non-refundable
- Cash in the exact amount will be accepted for walk-ins only
- Completed Background Investigation Check (BIC) packet and processing fee
- Note: If the reinstatement application is received in the same calendar year that the credential expires, a new Background Investigation Check (BIC) will not be required to issue the reinstated credential.
Application Mailing Address
Idaho Department of Education
Teacher Certification
PO Box 83720
Boise, Idaho 83720-0027
Next Steps
When the application packet is completed and processed, the applicant will be issued an Interim Certificate valid for three (3) years, expiring August 31 of the appropriate year.
If the applicant applies for reinstatement over one year after their credential expires, to qualify for the five (5)-year renewable certificate, the applicant must:
- Provide written summative evaluations verifying two (2) years of successful certificated experience in Idaho K-12 schools completed during the three (3) year validity period of the Interim Certificate
- Provide completion of six (6) credit renewal requirement
- Complete specific conditions listed on the interim certificate applicable to the endorsement area
If the applicant applies for reinstatement less than one year after their credential expires, to qualify for the five (5)-year renewable certificate, the applicant must provide verification of completion of any professional development (including 6 recent credits) that would have been required to renew the expired credential.
Once all conditions have been met, apply as an Interim Certificate Completer to receive a five (5)-year renewable Idaho certificate.
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