Educator Licensure

Whether the goal is to obtain a teaching license, add to an existing license, renew a license or learn about licensure exceptions, the Division of Elementary and Secondary Education offers key resources and information. Click on the following links related to educator licensure in Arkansas.

Important Information About Printing Your License

In an effort to maintain a safe, secure, and efficient licensure process, the Office of Educator Licensure will no longer print a paper copy of a license. Upon issuance, an email containing a link to the license will be sent for printing of the license. Educators may print their license, at any time, using the following link https://aels.ade.arkansas.gov/AELS/Account/TeacherLogin.aspx and then choosing download and print my current license.

Print Your License	Update Your License	Speak to an Advisor
Adding to a License	Background Checks	Licensure Assessments
Reciprocity	Lifetime Teaching License	Licensure Exceptions/ ALP/ALCP
Renewing a License	Licensure Rescission or Reinstatment	Alternate Assessment Plan (AAP)