Hawaiʻi Salary Advancement
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Trusted by thousands of Hawaiʻi DOE educators
Accepted for HIDOE salary step reclassification
Two paths to graduate credit — starting at $65.
Choose the path that fits your budget and goals — all options qualify for Hawaiʻi DOE salary advancement.
How It Works — Two Simple Steps
- Complete the Course: Start anytime. 100% online and self-paced.
- Email Your Paperwork: Send your transcript + DOE 200-005 Form to Teacher.Reclassification@k12.hi.us
For Teachers By Teachers gives Hawaiʻi educators a clear, teacher-friendly way to earn graduate credits for HIDOE salary step reclassification — with flexible options for every budget and timeline.
- ✔️ Best all-in deal: $185 total through CSU Pueblo — course + 3 graduate credits in one payment
- ✔️ Flexible full-catalog option: $65 now + $190 later through UMass Global
- ✔️ No meetings. No portfolios. No student access required.
- ✔️ Accepted for HIDOE Reclassification — transcript + DOE 200-005 form submission
- ✔️ 5-Course Bundle: Save $575 with the Hawaiʻi 5-Course Bundle →
- ✔️ Referral Rewards: Give 10% off, get 10% back — unlimited uses
- ✔️ 7-day refund window — try any course risk-free
Some FTBT Hawaiʻi courses offer 3 graduate credits for HIDOE salary step reclassification that can also help satisfy the HIDOE Sheltered Instruction Qualification (SIQ) requirement.
Learn About Hawaiʻi SIQ + Browse Courses →Choose Your Path
Whether you want the lowest total all-in price, the most course choices, or the best long-term value, FTBT has a path built for Hawaiʻi educators.
Earn Graduate Credits for Salary Advancement and SIQ
FTBT offers select Hawaiʻi courses that provide 3 graduate credits for HIDOE salary step reclassification — and those same credits can also be applied toward the HIDOE Sheltered Instruction Qualification (SIQ) requirement.
Learn more about the SIQ requirement →
How the SIQ Path Works
- Take 2 qualifying FTBT Hawaiʻi courses
- Earn 3 graduate credits per course
- Apply all 6 credits toward salary advancement and SIQ
- 100% online and self-paced
- No live meetings, no busywork
HIDOE requires teachers to complete their Sheltered Instruction Qualification (SIQ) before the start of SY 2026–2027.
Complete your 6-credit SIQ requirement with two FTBT courses — while also earning graduate credits you can use for salary advancement.
View the three FTBT Hawaiʻi SIQ course options on one dedicated page.
University Credit From Regionally Accredited Partners
Both of our university partners are regionally accredited — the same accreditation tier HIDOE recognizes for graduate coursework on the salary schedule.
University of Massachusetts Global is regionally accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).
View UMass Global Hawaiʻi Courses →Colorado State University Pueblo is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
View CSU Pueblo Hawaiʻi Courses →Why Teachers Choose For Teachers By Teachers Courses
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Hawaiʻi Teacher FAQ
Will Hawaiʻi DOE accept these credits for salary step reclassification?
Yes. HIDOE accepts regionally accredited graduate credits for salary step reclassification, and both of our university partners (UMass Global – WSCUC, CSU Pueblo – HLC) are regionally accredited. Thousands of Hawaiʻi DOE educators have used FTBT credits for reclassification since 2015. After you finish your course, submit your official transcript along with the DOE 200-005 form to Teacher.Reclassification@k12.hi.us.
Are UMass Global and CSU Pueblo accredited?
Yes — both are regionally accredited. UMass Global is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). CSU Pueblo is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). Regional accreditation is the tier HIDOE recognizes for graduate coursework on the salary schedule.
Can I use these credits for my SIQ requirement?
Yes — select FTBT Hawaiʻi courses are designed to count toward both salary step reclassification and the HIDOE Sheltered Instruction Qualification (SIQ) requirement. Two qualifying courses (6 credits total) can satisfy your SIQ while also earning credits for salary advancement. See our Hawaiʻi SIQ courses page for details.
Do I have to pay the $190 transcript fee right away?
No. With the UMass Global path, the $190 transcript fee is completely optional and can be paid anytime — including after you finish the course. The payment link sits inside your online classroom, ready when you need it. With the CSU Pueblo path, everything is bundled into the single $185 payment, so there's no separate transcript fee to worry about later.
How long do I have to finish the course?
All FTBT Hawaiʻi courses are 100% self-paced, so you can start and finish on your timeline. There are no live meetings, no assignment due dates from us, and no busywork.
What if I enroll and it's not the right fit?
We offer a 7-day refund window. Enroll, log in, preview the course materials, and if it's not what you expected, email us within 7 days for a refund. Full details on our Terms page.
🌈 Mahalo, Hawaiʻi Educators!
Since 2015, you've trusted us with your professional development — and together, we've supported thousands of teachers and tens of thousands of students across the islands. We're honored to keep walking this journey with you.
Official HIDOE Reclassification Resources
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