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        Professional Development (Out-of-State) Follow the process below to request approval for PD hours out-of-state college coursework or PD offered by an unapproved provider:

          • PRIOR to registering, complete and submit to Andrea Barry (abarry@dps61.org) the Approved PD Provider Activity Summary/Request Form.
          • Within two weeks of completing the PD, provide supporting documents (such as): 
            • college coursework transcripts
            • out-of-state conference certificate of participation - must include total hours attended

        Upon receipt, the request form + documents will be reviewed for approval. If approved, employee will receive a registration link to PD+ (link will be active for 48-hours). Once registration is complete in PD+, a survey will be added to your PD+ account. PD hours will be in your account once the survey is submitted. Illinois Approved Professional Development Providers

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