The Wisconsin License Based on Equivalency (LBE): Standards-based Assessment pathway to licensure is for people with demonstrated teaching experience directly related to the license they are seeking. The pathway is intended for people who have a bachelor’s degree, and have not completed an educator preparation program recognized for Wisconsin licensure.
To obtain licensure through this pathway, work directly with one of these providers. Complete all the requirements of the program you choose. The program will assist you to complete the application materials for licensure.
| Program | Program Provider | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| New To Wisconsin | CESA 1 | New To Wisconsin |
| License Based on Equivalency (LBE) | Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction | Wisconsin DPI LBE - See below |
License Based on Equivalency (LBE) by Wisconsin DPI
The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction is an approved provider for licensure in this pathway. Our program is called: License Based on Equivalency (LBE).
Wisconsin DPI LBE is intended for:
- private school teachers with 3 years of teaching experience; or
- educators with 3 years of teaching experience who completed an alternative route preparation program outside of Wisconsin; or
- educators with a combination of 3 years of teaching experience in PK-12, postsecondary, and/or industry
During the process, applicants compile a portfolio of evidence to substantiate competency in the Wisconsin educator standards directly related to the license they are seeking.
To apply for a license through LBE:
- Review the LBE Handbook to determine eligibility and learn about the requirements for LBE
- Apply for Part One: Eligibility Review using license application form PI 1602 ER and employment verification form PI 1613. Continue to use the LBE Handbook throughout the process. You may also need to complete a Major Equivalent Worksheet during Part One: Eligibility Review. If needed, locate the appropriate worksheet from the list below.
- Wait for a verification letter from the DPI. Upon successful completion of Part One: Eligibility Review, you will be notified to proceed to Part Two: Portfolio Review.
- Apply for Part Two: Portfolio Review using license application form PI 1602 PR and the Dispositions Survey. Continue to use the LBE Handbook throughout the process. Complete all the testing requirements for the license and submit test results as part of the portfolio.
Major Equivalent Worksheets
You may need to use one of these Major Equivalent Worksheets during Part One: Eligibility Review. Follow the directions provided in the LBE Handbook.
Summary of Wisconsin developmental level teacher licensing model:
Major Equivalent Worksheets
- EC Regular Education Major EQ
- EC Special Education Major EQ
- EC-MC Regular Education Major EQ
- MC-EA Regular Education Major EQ
- MC-EA and EA-A Cross Categorical Major EQ
- MC-EA and EA-A Speficic Learning Disabilities Major EQ
- MC-EA and EA-A Emotional Behavioral Disabilities Major EQ
- MC-EA and EA-A Cognitive Disabilities Major EQ
EA-A Worksheet
- EA-A English Major EQ
- EA-A Speech Communication Major EQ
- EA-A Mathematics Major EQ
- EA-A Biology Major EQ
- EA-A Chemistry Major EQ
- EA-A Earth and Space Science Major EQ
- EA-A Environmental Studies Major EQ
- EA-A Life and Environmental Science Major EQ
- EA-A Physical Science Major EQ
- EA-A Physics Major EQ
- EA-A Economics Major EQ
- EA-A Geography Major EQ
- EA-A History Major EQ
- EA-A Political Science Major EQ
- EA-A Psychology Major EQ
- EA-A Sociology Major EQ
EC-A Worksheet
- EC-A Agriculture Major EQ
- EC-A Business Education Major EQ
- EC-A Family & Consumer Education Major EQ
- EC-A Technology Education Major EQ
- EC-A Marketing Education Major EQ
- EC-A Art Major EQ
- EC-A Theatre Major EQ
- EC-A Choral Music Major EQ
- EC-A Instrumental Music Major EQ
- EC-A General Music Major EQ
- EC-A Physical Education Major EQ
- EC-A Health Education Major EQ
- EC-A World Language Major EQ
- EC-A ESL Major EQ