Important & Exciting News for Montana Educators!
The Montana State Educator Information System (MSEIS) is getting ready to be replaced by a more efficient, user-friendly licensing system. The new system will go live on June 1, 2022. We have contracted with Randa, a company that has recently rebuilt licensing systems for Colorado, Kentucky, and Tennessee. We are excited to provide an upgraded system designed with the educator in mind that offers each educator a streamlined application process.
In preparation for this upgraded system, we need to let you know a few key dates about new applications and renewals.
The MSEIS system will close effective December 31, 2021 to the public.
Renewals: There are 2 options for renewals during the transition phase:
- Beginning January 1 – February 28, 2022, you can complete a paper application and mail hard copy documents and payment to:
- Montana Office of Public Instruction
Attn. Educator Licensure
PO Box 202501
Helena, MT 59620
- Wait until the new system is active on June 1st to submit your renewal.
Fall 2021 Montana College and University Graduates: There are 3 options:
- Before December 31, 2021, you can apply on-line and mail or email documents up until February 28, 2021.
- After December 31, 2021 to February 28, 2021, you can submit a paper application for initial licensure. The Montana college or university representative will be able to complete the University Recommendation through MSEIS until February 28, 2022.
- Wait until the new system is active on June 1st to submit your application.
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New Applications: We will not be taking any new applications (other than recent Fall 2021 Montana graduates) via the MSEIS system after December 31, 2021.
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Open Applications: You should try to get documents submitted through MSEIS prior to it shutting down on December 31st. If you do not have a completed application by February 28, 2022, you will need to wait until June 1, 2022 to resume with the application process in the new system.
We’re Here to Help:
Here is a FAQ document that shares answers to common questions, but we encourage you to reach out us if you have any others. You can email our team at cert@mt.gov or call (406) 444-3150 during our phone hours which are M-TH 12:00- 4:30 MST
The OPI is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation, require an alternate format, or have questions concerning accessibility, contact the OPI ADA Coordinator, 406-444-3161, opiada@mt.gov, Relay Service: 711.
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