How do I find my Mepid?
The MEPID number should be located right above your name. If you do not see your MEPID number please call the Office of Educator Licensure's Call Center at (781) 338-6600 between the hours of 9am–1pm and 2pm–5pm M–F.
How do I create an ELAR account?
To begin, click on Create ELAR Profile. Continue through the prompts to create your profile. There is no fee for establishing your ELAR account. When you are ready to apply for your license, you will then pay a licensure application fee.
What is an ELAR account?
What is ELAR? Educator Licensure And Renewal (ELAR) is our comprehensive online application system: https://gateway.edu.state.ma.us/elar provides customized access to your personal profile, a correspondence review section, and up-to-the-minute checks on submitted application statuses.
How many PDPs do I need to recertify in Massachusetts?
Educators are required to earn 150 professional development points (PDPs) in order to be recertified in their primary area of licensure, and 30 PDPs for each additional license.