The Division of Professional Development implements and supports research-based professional development opportunities for Louisiana educators that build capacity, promote professional learning communities, and support instructional practices focused on improving student achievement.

Key initiatives of this division include Learning Intensive Networking Communities for Success (LINCS), the Teacher Advancement Program (TAP), National Board Certification (NBC), Louisiana FIRST Online, and the Louisiana Teacher Assistance and Assessment Program (LaTAAP).

All programs and activities sponsored or coordinated by the Division fall under the supervision of three Administrative Sections: