Special Education/Behavioral Health License Renewal Requirements
Special Education and Behavioral Health (10Hours):
Beginning July 1, 2025 Colorado educators are required to complete a minimum of 10 hours of training in special education and behavioral health with a minimum of one (1) hour in each of the following in order to renew their license:
- Teachers: (minimum one (1) hour)
- Behavioral health training that is culturally responsive and trauma- and evidence-informed and
- Teachers (minimum one (1) hour)/ Administrators*/ Special Service Providers:
- Increasing awareness of laws and practices relating to educating students with disabilities in the classroom, including but not limited to Child Find and inclusive learning environments.
*Administrators include Principals/Assistant Principals
CDE states that the Professional development utilized to meet this requirement does not need to be approved by CDE. Educators should review the description of their selected coursework to ensure the content addressed aligns with the intentions described in the requirements.
If you have questions about the Special Education/Behavior Health Requirements email HR/PD.