Human Resources → Educator Certification Information → MSDE Certificate → Professional Eligibility Certificate
Valid 5 Years
Issued to an applicant who meets all certification requirements and is NOT employed in a Maryland local school system or accredited non-public school. Once a professional is employed in a Maryland local school system or accredited non-public school, the appropriate conditional, standard, or advanced certificate will be requested on behalf of the educator. Issuance and renewal of the PEC is handled directly by MSDE.
For additional information, visit the MSDE web site