Bureau of Educator Licensing
Wisconsin has a highly flexible system with a number of pathways to licensure that provide flexibility for those traditionally prepared and career changers. For the latest licensing notifications please visit our notifications page.
Licensing Quick Resources
Still need assistance?
- use our licensing helpdesk for questions about your license, ask general licensing questions or to contact us about someone else. We typically respond to questions in 24 to 48 hours.
- call us at (800) 266-1027. Voicemails are typically responded to in 48 to 72 hours.
- You may arrange for a virtual (Microsoft Teams) appointment with our licensing team. Please include details in your appointment request so that we are best able to address your question(s). Individual service is by virtual appointment only. Virtual appointments may be scheduled 24 hours to one week in advance and are based on availability.
DPI’s Educator Licensing Online Portal (ELO)
Educator Licensing Online (ELO) is DPI’s online educator licensing portal. Use this portal to apply for, check status, renew, print, and pay for your Wisconsin teaching license.
Contact the licensing help desk with questions or comments regarding your license, general licensing questions including information found on this page, or to contact us about someone else.