Licensure Programs

Educator Licensure Programs at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Educator preparation programs at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign are approved by the Illinois State Board of Education and the State Educator Preparation and Licensure Board. Our programs include supervised field experiences to support the professional growth of licensure candidates. 

Undergraduate-level licensure programs are completed while fulfilling the requirements for a bachelor's degree at the same time.  Graduate-level licensure programs are available to individuals who have already completed a bachelor's degree.

The Professional Educator License in Illinois is the initial educator license and is often referred to as the PEL. When candidates are working toward their initial license, they are also working toward their initial or primary endorsement area.

Please be aware that licensure requirements vary by state. The licensure programs at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign are designed to meet licensure requirements in Illinois and are approved by the Illinois State Board of Education. If you intend to become licensed in any other state, there may be additional courses, clinical requirements, or testing and assessment requirements unique to that state. We strongly suggest you research the licensure requirements of the state in which you intend to practice. 

Online Licensure Program Options

The following programs are available in a fully online format:

• Agricultural Education, graduate-level program
• Early Childhood Education, Professional Education pathway, undergraduate-level program
• Library Information Specialist, graduate-level program

Teaching Programs

School Support Personnel Programs

Administrative Programs