State Requirements

PDI has supported educators across all 50 states in reaching their professional learning goals. Below, we’ve provided helpful information for some of the states where our courses are most frequently taken. Select your state to learn more about available credit options, approvals, certificate requests, and important enrollment requirements.

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New York

PDI has supported thousands of New York teachers in meeting their CTLE requirements, increasing their salaries, and advancing their careers. PDI is an approved sponsor for the New York State Education Department Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE).

Certificate Request for NYSED CTLE Hours (Sponsor #23352)

After completing a PDI course and receiving your final grade, submit the NYSDE CTLE Electronic Form Request to receive your CTLE Certificate. A separate form must be submitted for each completed course.

Once your request is received and your course completion is verified, your CTLE Certificate will be signed by PDI’s Certifying Officer and emailed to the address provided on the form. Please allow up to three business days to receive your certificate.

Please note that one-unit/15-hour courses are not eligible for CTLE hours.

If you have questions about CTLE hours or certificates, please contact us at [email protected].

Please note:

PDI always recommends confirming with your state or district that our courses will count toward your intended purpose before purchasing.
Course credit values are determined in partnership with accredited universities and may be updated to reflect current academic standards. While course content remains consistent, credit equivalencies are subject to change based on periodic reviews. We ensure all listings reflect the most current credit values at the time of enrollment.

Massachussetts

PDI’s graduate-level, degree-eligible courses are designed to support educators’ professional growth and licensure renewal goals. These credit-bearing courses may be applied toward an advanced degree and can help educators meet state renewal requirements, subject to district and state approval.

PDP Certificate Request for Massachusetts (Provider #F2021011)

PDI is an approved provider of the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) and is authorized to award Professional Development Points (PDPs) to Massachusetts educators. Our PD Provider Number is F2021011.

Massachusetts educators who complete a 3-credit course with ACE graduate-level, degree-eligible credit may earn 67.5 PDPs. To receive PDPs, be sure to select the ACE credit option when enrolling.

After completing your course and receiving your final grade, submit the PDP Request Form. Once your course completion is verified, your PDP certificate will be emailed to you.

If you have questions about the PDP process, please contact us at [email protected].

Please note:

PDI always recommends confirming with your state or district that our courses will count toward your intended purpose before purchasing.
Course credit values are determined in partnership with accredited universities and may be updated to reflect current academic standards. While course content remains consistent, credit equivalencies are subject to change based on periodic reviews. We ensure all listings reflect the most current credit values at the time of enrollment.

Ohio

PDI has helped thousands of Ohio teachers renew their licenses, increase their salaries, and advance their careers.

Please note:

PDI always recommends confirming with your state or district that our courses will count toward your intended purpose before purchasing.
Course credit values are determined in partnership with accredited universities and may be updated to reflect current academic standards. While course content remains consistent, credit equivalencies are subject to change based on periodic reviews. We ensure all listings reflect the most current credit values at the time of enrollment.

Pennsylvania

PDI has helped thousands of Pennsylvania teachers renew their licenses, increase their salaries, and advance their careers.

If you are a teacher in PA seeking MEQ credit, you will need to select credit from our other university partner, American College of Education.

Please note:

PDI always recommends confirming with your state or district that our courses will count toward your intended purpose before purchasing.
Course credit values are determined in partnership with accredited universities and may be updated to reflect current academic standards. While course content remains consistent, credit equivalencies are subject to change based on periodic reviews. We ensure all listings reflect the most current credit values at the time of enrollment.

California

PDI has helped thousands of California teachers renew their credentials, increase their salaries, and advance their careers.

Please note:

PDI always recommends confirming with your state or district that our courses will count toward your intended purpose before purchasing.
Course credit values are determined in partnership with accredited universities and may be updated to reflect current academic standards. While course content remains consistent, credit equivalencies are subject to change based on periodic reviews. We ensure all listings reflect the most current credit values at the time of enrollment.

New Jersey

PDI has helped thousands of New Jersey teachers renew their licenses, increase their salaries, and advance their careers.

Please note:

PDI always recommends confirming with your state or district that our courses will count toward your intended purpose before purchasing.
Course credit values are determined in partnership with accredited universities and may be updated to reflect current academic standards. While course content remains consistent, credit equivalencies are subject to change based on periodic reviews. We ensure all listings reflect the most current credit values at the time of enrollment.

Illinois

PDI has helped thousands of Illinois teachers renew their licenses, increase their salaries, and advance their careers.

Please note:

PDI always recommends confirming with your state or district that our courses will count toward your intended purpose before purchasing.
Course credit values are determined in partnership with accredited universities and may be updated to reflect current academic standards. While course content remains consistent, credit equivalencies are subject to change based on periodic reviews. We ensure all listings reflect the most current credit values at the time of enrollment.

Minnesota

PDI has helped thousands of Minnesota teachers renew their licenses, increase their salaries, and advance their careers.

Please note:

PDI always recommends confirming with your state or district that our courses will count toward your intended purpose before purchasing.
Course credit values are determined in partnership with accredited universities and may be updated to reflect current academic standards. While course content remains consistent, credit equivalencies are subject to change based on periodic reviews. We ensure all listings reflect the most current credit values at the time of enrollment.

Montana

PDI has helped thousands of Montana teachers renew their licenses, increase their salaries, and advance their careers.

Please note:

PDI always recommends confirming with your state or district that our courses will count toward your intended purpose before purchasing.
Course credit values are determined in partnership with accredited universities and may be updated to reflect current academic standards. While course content remains consistent, credit equivalencies are subject to change based on periodic reviews. We ensure all listings reflect the most current credit values at the time of enrollment.

Iowa

PDI has helped thousands of Iowa teachers renew their licenses, increase their salaries, and advance their careers.

Please note:

PDI always recommends confirming with your state or district that our courses will count toward your intended purpose before purchasing.
Course credit values are determined in partnership with accredited universities and may be updated to reflect current academic standards. While course content remains consistent, credit equivalencies are subject to change based on periodic reviews. We ensure all listings reflect the most current credit values at the time of enrollment.

Flexible Credit Options for Your Goals

Whether you’re working toward license/credential renewal, salary advancement, or an advanced degree, PDI offers flexible credit options to support your goals.

Don’t see your state listed? No worries! PDI has proudly served teachers across all 50 states, and our courses are available to educators nationwide. Credit and professional development requirements can vary by state, school, and district, so we always recommend checking with your state licensing agency and/or school district before enrolling. This will help ensure that the course and credit option you select will meet your specific needs for professional development, credential renewal, salary advancement, or other intended purposes.