Wisconsin DPI For Library Directors – Find detailed information about certification requirements, how and when to apply, and how to renew.
Please note that continuing education activities coordinated by SEWI have a filled activity report. They can be found on the SEWI Past Events page.
PI-2450 Certification Application – Use this form to apply for certification or renewal, regardless of grade level or type.
PI-2453 Continuing Education Activity Report – Complete this form for each continuing education (CE) activity you complete.
PI-2454 CE Summations – Complete and submit this form annually or as directed by your system CE validator. When submitting, include a completed form PI-2453 for each activity listed. Retain the signed copy of this form returned by your CE validator to submit with your certification renewal application to DPI.
Self-Directed Continuing Education Activity Proposal – This optional form may be used to propose Category C CE activities that require pre-approval from your system CE validator. Consult your system CE validator for information on their preferred process for Category C activities.
Filling out CE Activity Reports & Annual Summations (6.5 min. video)
Detailed Instructions (37 min. video)
Please contact your library system's validator regarding the director certification process:
Bridges Library System
Kelly Nelson
Email: knelson@bridgeslibrarysystem.org
Phone: 262-896-8083
Kenosha County Library System
Michelle Tucker
Email: mtucker@mykpl.info
Phone: 262-564-6325
Milwaukee County Federated Library System
Steve Heser
Email: Steve.Heser@mcfls.org
Phone: 414-286-5934
Monarch Library System
Riti Grover
Email: rgrover@monarchlibraries.org
Phone: 920-208-4900, ext. 312
Prairie Lakes Library System
Steve Ohs
Email: sohs@prairielakes.info
Phone: 608-868-2872