How to Apply for a Career and Technical Education (CTE) and a Provisional Career and Technical Education (CTEP) Educator License with Stipulations (ELS) - Step-by-step application instructions

Oct 10, 2026

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Step-by-step guidance for applying for a Career and Technical Education (CTE) and a Provisional Career and Technical Education (CTEP) Educator License with Stipulations (ELS). Covers device compatibility requirements, logging in and selecting “Apply for a Credential,” choosing the correct endorsement, reviewing and adding transcript information, answering required background questions truthfully, and completing submission and payment. Explains post-submission review by a state evaluator and the need to register the license for employment, plus where to seek help from regional education offices for licensure questions.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages10

Reading Time25 min

AccessFree to download

Apply for a Credential

Choose CTE or CTEP endorsement

Add transcript information

Answer background questions

Submit payment

After Submission

CLICK HERE to view the tutorial video. How to Apply for a Career and Technical Education (CTE) and a Provisional Career and Technical Education (CTEP) Educator License with Stipulations (ELS) Handheld devices, tablets and Macs are not compatible with our system. Please make sure you are using a desktop or laptop computer for the most optimal experience. Click on “Apply for a Credential” on your “Home” tab. Select “Career and Technical Educator Endorsement (CTE).” Select the credential for which you are applying and click “Next”. You can choose the Career and Technical Educator License (CTE) orthe Provisional Career and Technical Educator License (CTEP). For both CTE and CTEP applications, you can scroll through the list and select the endorsement for which you would like to apply. You can choose up to three. Click “Next” when finished. If you have transcripts already on file, they will be listed on this page. You can click “Next” at this point. However, if you do not have any transcripts on file, you will need to add the transcript information on this screen. Click on “Enter Transcript Information” and enter your institution’s information then click “Add .” Click “Next” when finished. Answer each of the background questions as they apply to you. The last question must be answered “Yes” as this verifies you have answered the background questions truthfully. When finished, click “Next.” Answer the last background question as it apply to you. When finished, click “Next.” Click “Submit Payment” after you review the information on this screen. You will enter your debit, credit, or prepaid card information on the next screen. If you're using a prepaid card, ensure that the card balance covers both the application fee and the processing fee. You can print this page for your records after you complete the application process. A state evaluator will review your application. Upon issuance, you will need to register your license to make it valid for employment. Have questions about licensure? Contact your nearest Regional Office of Education or Intermediate Service Center. Visit our ISBE License Renewal page for additional information regarding renewal requirements.

FAQs

What equipment is compatible for the ELS application system?

Handheld devices, tablets, and Macs are not compatible. Use a desktop or laptop computer for the best experience.

How do I select the right endorsement and move to the next step?

Choose “Apply for a Credential” on the Home tab, select “Career and Technical Educator Endorsement (CTE),” pick the credential you are applying for (CTE or CTEP), and then click Next after selecting up to three endorsements.

What should I do if I do not have transcripts already on file?

Click “Enter Transcript Information,” enter your institution’s information, and click “Add,” then continue by clicking Next when finished.

Oct 10, 2026

Uploaded by Stanley