Appelbaum Training Institute

Graduate-Level Semester Credit

Graduate-Level Semester Units/Credits

Earn graduate-level semester credit with Appelbaum Training Institute and University of the Pacific – Benerd College (UOP). 

University of the Pacific is pleased to offer the opportunity to earn graduate-level semester (non-degree) credit upon completion of course requirements with Appelbaum Training Institute. Dedicated in assisting educators and teachers across the nation, our professional development course options are designed to be practical, meaningful, and affordable. At only $62 per semester credit, opportunities are available to all current (ongoing) and previous participants of credit-approved programs with Appelbaum Training Institute.

Participating in a professional development opportunity with Appelbaum Training Institute and University of the Pacific will provide you with a convenient and cost-effective way of earning credit within a timeframe that works best for your schedule.

Course Requirements

Develop and implement Appelbaum strategies directly into your classroom or program setting.

Upon successful completion of an Appelbaum Training PD offering, you will invest time reflecting on provided materials, research and reading to culminate in an innovative project of your choice (e.g., lesson(s), curriculum, learning activities, or a professional development plan, etc.) that applies the strategies learned. As a student, your practicum requirements will consist of completing a reflection paper to demonstrate your professional development. An additional expectation is to complete a time log that documents the time spent for completing your coursework requirements. The specific requirements concerning your reflection paper and time log are based on how many credits you take per course.

Credit Requirements

1 credit = 3 page reflection paper

2 credits = 6 page reflection paper

3 credits = 9 page reflection paper

Completely designed for busy teachers like you, you have up to 6 months to submit your coursework requirements, and extensions are always granted upon request.

Grades & Transcripts

Completed courses are letter graded. An official transcript is available upon successful completion of course requirements. The course ending date that will appear on your transcript will reflect the date your information was reviewed and approved.

About the Credits & Pacific

The credits offered are post-baccalaureate, graded, graduate-level (non-degree) semester units of credit provided directly through the University of the Pacific – Benerd College. They are primarily designed to be used towards salary advancement and recertification. The credits are acceptable where local districts approve and applicable to state licensing where authorized. We always encourage you to check with your employer for the acceptability of these credits. Course participants are responsible for determining the acceptability of these credits for their intended use. Each graduate-level semester credit/unit is equivalent to 15 hours of academic involvement. Graduate-level semester credit is not applicable towards a degree program at University of the Pacific – Benerd College.

The University of the Pacific, established in 1851, is California’s oldest privately chartered university, and it is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).

University of the Pacific - Benerd College is pleased to partner with University Credit to provide graduate-level semester credit to educators, administrators, counselors, and teachers across the nation.

UOP Benefits:

How It Works:

Step 1
Complete an Appelbaum live or online training, seminar or webinar.
Please note: The cost of a live or online training, seminar or webinar on Appelbaum Training Institute is paid separately from the university credit tuition fee. Pay only $62 per semester credit to University of the Pacific.
Step 1
Step 2
Register for graduate-level credit with University of the Pacific - Benerd College.
Please be prepared to upload your Appelbaum Training Institute Certificate of Completion when registering for your course at checkout. Your program participation with Appelbaum Training Institute will need to be verified and approved for processing at University of the Pacific. Additional details and course requirements will be emailed to you after your application has been approved for processing at University of the Pacific. Please allow 2-3 days to receive your coursework requirements.
Step 2
Step 3
Earn Graduate-Level Credit on an Official Transcript from University of the Pacific - Benerd College.
After your documentation has been reviewed and approved, your course grade(s) will be submitted for posting at University of the Pacific - Benerd College. You may proceed to order an e-transcript after your course grades are posted at UOP.
Step 3
Register today... 
It's simple!

Registration is quick and easy. Simply choose the course that corresponds to your professional development experience at Appelbaum Training Institute. At checkout, you will be able to select how many graduate-level credits you want to earn for your course.

University-Approved CourseCourse NumberCreditsTuition FeeEnrollment Date

Teaching Tools for Success Practicum

PEDU 9488

1 -3

$62 / per credit

Year Round

Early Years, Years Learning Practicum - ATI

PEDU 9251

1 -3$62 / per creditYear Round

Opening Minds for Children - ATI

PEDU 9229

1-3$62 / per creditYear Round

Confronting Bullying in the School - ATI

PEDU 9230

1-3$62 / per creditYear Round

Succeeding with Common Core Strategies - ATI

PEDU 9244

1-3

$62 / per credit

Year Round

Closing the Achievement Practicum - ATI

PEDU 9425

1-3

$62 / per credit

Year Round

Children: A World of Hope Practicum - ATI

PEDU 9144

1-3

$62 / per credit

Year Round

Child Care Practicum - ATI

PEDU 9818

1-3

$62 / per credit

Year Round

Raising Test Score for Difficult Students Practicum - ATI

PEDU 9643

1-3

$62 / per credit

Year Round

Management Techniques for School Administrators - ATI

PEDU 9648

1-3

$62 / per credit

Year Round

Frequently Asked Questions

Online: Click on REGISTER NOW and select your desired course title(s). At checkout, you will be required to pay with credit card.

UOP’s continuing education course credits / units are acceptable where local districts approve and are applicable to state licensing or salary advancement where authorized. All students are responsible for determining the acceptability of these credits for their intended use.

The University of the Pacific is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). Established in 1851, it is the oldest private chartered university in the state of California.

The credits/units offered are post-baccalaureate, graded, graduate-level semester credits that are not part of a degree program at University of the Pacific, but instead are used for professional growth such as salary advancement and recertification.

Once your payment has been processed, there are no refunds. We always advise for educators to verify that their district will accept the credits prior to enrollment.