Course-Only Options
Need professional development hours but don’t need university credit? Our Course-Only option gives you access to the same high-quality PDI professional development courses without the added cost of university credit. Complete your course at your own pace and earn professional development hours to support your learning and career goals.
Is Course-Only Right for You?
Choose this option if you need professional development hours but do not need university credit.
- No university credit is awarded
- Courses are worth 45 professional development/in-service hours unless otherwise noted
- Commonly used to satisfy employer, district, or state professional development requirements
Choosing the Right Option
Depending on your career goals and school district requirements, choose the enrollment option that best fits your needs. PDI always recommends confirming with your state licensing agency, school district, employer, or salary advancement office that the course and credit option you select will meet your intended purpose before enrolling.
*Important Information About Credit and Hour Values
The credit and hour values associated with our courses are determined in partnership with accredited universities. Occasionally, universities update their credit policies or academic standards, which may result in changes to the amount or type of credit awarded for a course. While the course content and learning experience remain the same, credit and hour values may be adjusted over time.
We always display the current credit and hour value on each course page, and the value shown at the time of enrollment is the value you will receive upon successful completion.
Please note: Course-only enrollments completed prior to February 2026 were valued at 50 hours. Current course-only enrollments are valued at 45 hours unless otherwise specified.
