Educational Explorations™
Graduate-Level Semester Credit
- Pay only $62 per semester credit.
- Registration available year round.
Graduate-Level Semester Units/Credits
University of the Pacific is pleased to partner with Educational Explorations™ to offer graduate-level semester credits upon completion of professional development course requirements.
Educational Explorations™ provides professional development courses for busy K-12 educators, paraprofessionals, as well as consultation, keynotes, and workshop services. All of our courses may be taken for PDU’s or semester credit and are accepted by Oregon TSPC. We are pleased to announce our latest program for educators. You can now earn credits for the great work you are already doing in schools. We know you are doing amazing things with students every day, and have more amazing ideas in the works. This is your chance to focus on those areas while earning graduate-level credits or PDU’s for licensure renewal in a practicum-based model. Through our supported model, have the opportunity to work on the topics and areas directly related to your goals and success of your students. There is also the option of enrolling in one of our pre-set courses.
Enrollment is available year round and candidates can register for credit at any time.
Registration Process
Contact us directly at barbaranancy67@gmail.com or call 541-554-7333 for further information on the practicum based options and with any questions or additional information.
Graduate semester credits through University of the Pacific, a fully accredited program, are available. (One semester credit = 1.5 qtr credits.)
There is also the option of enrolling in one of our pre-set courses. Please inquire as to pre-set course topics and options.
We are excited to provide quality, meaningful professional development to educators. We look forward to learning with you!
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).
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Educational Explorations™
$250 per credit instructional fee. - Only $62 per semester credit.
- Registration is available year round.
- Earn an Official Transcript from University of the Pacific - Benerd College.
- University of the Pacific - Benerd College
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:
- Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
- Accredited by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC).
- Provides an official transcript, upon course completion, ready to submit to your district or state department of education.
- Nationally recognized by school districts and state departments of education as a leading provider in professional development and higher education.
How It Works:
Complete a course with Educational Explorations.
Pay $250 per credit Instructional Credit to Educational Explorations™ + $62 per credit to University of the Pacific.
Complete and submit requirements to Educational Explorations™.
Please be prepared to upload your University Credit Certificate of Completion when registering for your course at checkout. Your program participation with University Credit 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.
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.
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.
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The registration process is quick and easy.
Course Number | Course Title | Credits | University Credit Fee | Educational Explorations™ Fee | Registration |
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EDUP 9164 | Transforming Educational Practices | 1-6 | $62/credit | $250/Instructional Credit Fee | |
EDUP 9085 | Showcasing "Best Practices" in Education | 1-6 | $62/credit | $250/Instructional Credit Fee | |
PEDU 9009 | Activities to Accelerate Learning | 1-6 | $62/credit | $250/Instructional Credit Fee |
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.