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Substitute Licenses

 

Types available

Standard Substitute License - must hold a degree and have completed a teacher preparation program in order to qualify

All applicants for an initial Kansas license must submit one fingerprint card for the purpose of a KBI and FBI background clearance report.   

One fingerprint card is also required for applicants whose Kansas certificate/license is expired.

Order a Fingerprint Card and Instructions


Regular Substitute Application - Form 5
PDF Document PDF Document

Emergency Substitute License - for individuals who have completed a minimum of 60 semester credit hours from a regionally accredited college or university

All applicants for an initial Kansas license must submit one fingerprint card for the purpose of a KBI and FBI background clearance report.  One fingerprint card is also required for applicants whose Kansas certificate/license has been expired.

Order a Fingerprint Card and Instructions

 
Initial Emergency Substitute Application - Form 8a PDF Document PDF Document


Renewal Emergency Substitute Application (online process) - Form 8

Are there limits on the number of days I can serve as a substitute?

Yes, the number of days you can serve as a substitute depends on the type of license you hold.  The Quality Performance Accreditation (QPA) regulation 91-31-34(b) establishes these parameters.

I need to renew my substitute license/certificate.  What do I need to do?

For individuals holding a currently valid 5 year substitute license:

  • 50 professional development points awarded by a local Kansas Professional Development Council.

I have already completed the renewal requirements for my substitute license.  How do I apply?

 Regular Substitute Application - Form 5 PDF Document PDF Document

 

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Application Packets

 

Mail packets to: 
Teacher Ed and Licensure
KS State Department of Ed
120 SE 10th Avenue
Topeka, KS  66612-1182

    
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