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Self-paced courses for PreKβ12 teachers nationwide. University credit on an official transcript β yours to use however your district allows.
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Add 3 graduate credits from UMass Global for $190 (letter grade) β paid anytime, even after you finish. Or go with CSU Pueblo (pass/fail): $285 all-in, course and credit in one payment.
Common Ways Teachers Use These Credits
Every district sets its own rules. Teachers nationwide commonly use For Teachers By Teachers graduate credits for one of these three goals:
Salary Advancement
Move over on your district's salary schedule with an official letter-grade graduate transcript. See how salary advancement works β
License Renewal
Document continuing education hours for state or district renewal requirements.
PD Documentation
Certificate of Completion with 45 documented instructional hours per course β useful for district PD records, even without university credit.
Not sure if your district accepts these credits? See the FAQ below or email us before enrolling β we'll help you check.
What You Get With Every For Teachers By Teachers Course
- 3 graduate semester credits per course β letter grade (UMass Global) or pass/fail (CSU Pueblo)
- 100% online and self-paced β start and finish on your timeline
- Quiz-based β no portfolios, no busywork, no live meetings
- Certificate of Completion with 45 documented instructional hours per course
- Receipts and itemized invoices for HR reimbursement
- Purchase Orders accepted for districts that pay via PO
- Course syllabi available on request for district pre-approval
- 7-day refund window β try it risk-free
UMass Global
Letter-grade transcript β 3 credits for $190 per course
Regionally accredited by WSCUC. The $190 fee is optional β pay anytime, even after you finish.
Browse UMass Global courses βCSU Pueblo
Pass/fail transcript β $285 all-in per course (course + 3 credits)
Regionally accredited by HLC. One payment covers the course and all 3 graduate credits, with nothing to pay later β one of the lowest all-in prices in the country for regionally accredited graduate credit. Inside a Build-Your-Own bundle, the CSU Pueblo credit is instead $120 per course, paid separately anytime.
Browse CSU Pueblo courses βSave More By Bundling
Pick courses from our nationwide catalog. The more you bundle, the more you save.
Build Your Own 3-Course Bundle
Save $96
Pick any 3 courses for $399 (vs. $495 individually). 9 graduate credits.
Build Your 3-Course Bundle for $399 βBuild Your Own 4-Course Bundle
Save $211
Pick any 4 courses for $449 (vs. $660 individually). 12 graduate credits.
Build Your 4-Course Bundle for $449 βBuild Your Own 5-Course Bundle
Save $326
Pick any 5 courses for $499 (vs. $825 individually). 15 graduate credits.
Build Your 5-Course Bundle for $499Prefer a done-for-you path? The Nationwide 5-Course Bundle is a pre-built version with our most popular courses.
Bundle prices are course access only. Optional graduate credit: UMass Global $190 per course (letter grade) or CSU Pueblo $120 per course (pass/fail) β paid separately, anytime.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most U.S. districts accept regionally accredited graduate credit for salary advancement and license renewal β and both UMass Global (WSCUC) and CSU Pueblo (HLC) are regionally accredited. You'll receive an official university transcript that HR departments recognize. Salary and renewal policies are set district-by-district, so a quick check with your HR or salary office before enrolling is always a good move. If your district needs documentation, our accreditation page has everything your HR needs β or just email info@forteachersbyteachers.org.
Yes. The optional credits are graduate-level, non-degree semester units β issued by UMass Global (regionally accredited by WSCUC) or CSU Pueblo (regionally accredited by HLC). They're the same type of credit teachers commonly use for salary lane movement and license renewal. For full accreditation details to share with your HR or district, see our accreditation page.
Every For Teachers By Teachers course comes with a graduate credit option from one of two regionally accredited university partners. The difference is grade format, price, and how you pay. UMass Global issues a letter-grade transcript (AβF): $165 to start, plus an optional $190 credit fee paid to UMass Global anytime β even after you finish. CSU Pueblo issues a pass/fail transcript: an individual course is $285 all-in (course and credit together in one payment), or $120 per course when you add the credit inside a Build-Your-Own bundle. Choose UMass Global if your district requires a letter grade, or CSU Pueblo for the lower-cost pass/fail route. Not sure which your district requires? Email us before enrolling and we'll help you check.
For UMass Global, the $190 transcript fee is completely optional and can be paid anytime β including after you finish the course. For CSU Pueblo, it depends on how you enroll: individual CSU Pueblo courses are priced at $285 as a combined course-and-credit fee. If you enroll via a BYO bundle, the $120 CSU Pueblo credit fee is paid separately anytime β even after you finish. The payment link sits inside your online classroom, ready when you need it.
Yes. Every course includes a Certificate of Completion with 45 documented instructional hours for general PD documentation. Depending on your state, we also provide Act 48 hours uploaded directly to PERMS (Pennsylvania), clock hour certificates ready for OPAL upload (Nevada), ASPDP credits (NYC), and more. You only pay the transcript fee if you specifically need university credit on a transcript.
All 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. Most teachers complete a course over a few weekends β but you can take longer if you need to.
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.
We have dedicated pages for teachers in these states: HawaiΚ»i (HIDOE Reclassification), Pennsylvania (Act 48), NYC (ASPDP), California (15-Unit Salary Bundle), New York State (CTLE), New Jersey, Colorado (ELL Renewal), Nevada (OPAL), and Oregon. In another state? The nationwide catalog above applies β teachers in every state use these credits for salary advancement, license renewal, or PD documentation. Or browse the full list at our states & bundles hub.
Why Teachers Choose For Teachers By Teachers Courses
Real feedback from educators nationwide:
"Without exaggeration, your courses are the most enjoyable of all, and I've taken a lot of PD courses! What distinguishes your courses from other courses isn't only the format, but the life enriching content that makes us grow as human beings, as well as educators. I can apply what I learn in your classes in my personal life too, outside of school." β I.F., Middle School Teacher
"Your course was great because I was able to fit it into my busy school schedule and life. There was so much valuable information provided in each unit. It was easy to navigate and rewarding to complete. Thank you for a class designed to simplify teachers' workload." β Anonymous Educator
"I LOVED this course and cannot thank you enough for continuing to make professional development that is do-able, worthwhile, and affordable for teachers." β K.H., Elementary Teacher
"As with all previous courses, I am walking away with many useful resources, strategies, and ideas I can't wait to try! Thank you once again for making continuing education so accessible and attainable while working full-time." β Anonymous Educator
"My passion for being an educator has been refreshed!" β C.S., Student Services Coordinator
"Enrolling in this course was one of the best things that I've done to help me succeed in my profession." β K.L., High School Teacher
"This course was a goldmine! It has been the most organized and well-planned PD that I've ever participated in. I plan on taking every class that For Teachers By Teachers has to offer." β A.B., Middle School Teacher
We have state-specific pages for HawaiΚ»i, Pennsylvania, NYC, California, and more. Find yours β
Looking for bundles? Scroll up to see options β save up to $326.
Many districts reimburse PD. We provide receipts and itemized invoices for HR.
Purchase Orders accepted β click for PO instructions β
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