Andrews University

Founded in 1874, Andrews University (AU) is a fully accredited, private university located in the southwest corner of Michigan, offering students more than 200 undergraduate and graduate degrees in business, education, technology, religion, arts and sciences, and architecture. With a student body, faculty and administration that hail from over 90 countries, U.S. News & World Report ranks Andrews as one of the most culturally diverse universities in the nation.

While placing high value on academic excellence across its programs, the Andrews University Teacher Education Program in particular has been designated by the Michigan Department of Education as one of the top teacher education programs in the state, earning an Exemplary ranking seven years in a row among the highest-performing teacher education programs in the state for over a decade (as reported by the Michigan Department of Education). As a premier provider of quality teacher preparation and training, Andrews applies the same care, diligence and high standards to their Professional Development Courses.

Andrews University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). Its teacher training and school services programs are further accredited the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP, formerly NCATE), and by the Michigan Department of Education.

Colorado State University-Pueblo, Colorado

Courses taken through Colorado State University-Pueblo (CSU-Pueblo) provide three graduate level credits per course. Currently, you may take any online, Smekens Education or First Educational course we offer through CSU-Pueblo. An official university transcript is available upon completion of these courses.

CSU-Pueblo is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), a Commission of the North Central Association (NCA) of Colleges and Schools. CSU-Pueblo is also accredited by the Colorado State Board of Education and the Teacher Education Accreditation Council.

Dominican University, Chicago

Founded in 1901, on a 37 acre wooded campus in suburban River Forest, Illinois and just 10 miles west of downtown Chicago. Courses taken through Dominican University (DU) provide three graduate level credits per course. Currently, you may take any online or distance course through DU. An official university transcript is available upon completion of these courses. Dominican University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), a Commission of the North Central Association (NCA) of Colleges and Schools. It is also accredited by the Illinois State Board of Education and the Teacher Education Accreditation Council. Dominican University is a comprehensive, coeducational Catholic institution. Dominican University is a relationship-centered community rooted in a vibrant liberal arts and sciences education, offering rigorous, integrative and innovative undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. It is known for its excellent academic programs, the care and respect with which it mentors its students, its enduring commitment to social justice, and the enriching diversity of its students, faculty and staff. U.S. News & World Report ranks Dominican No. 11 among master’s-level universities in the Midwest.

University of the Pacific, Benerd College

Established in 1851, the University of the Pacific is California’s oldest privately chartered university, renowned for its rich legacy of academic excellence and innovative education. Considered a leader in teacher training, University of the Pacific offers a comprehensive array of online courses for teachers seeking professional development and continuing education opportunities. This commitment to advancing education is further exemplified by University of the Pacific’s pioneering initiatives: it was California’s first coeducational university, the West’s first music conservatory, and the first in the state of California to earn full approval from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC) for its professional education programs. These milestones underscore its dedication to innovation, embodying a proud tradition of groundbreaking achievements that continue to shape its forward-thinking approach to learning.

Accredited since 1949 by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), University of the Pacific is renowned for its academic excellence, educational innovation, and financial sustainability. Guided by a mission to develop human potential through transformative learning experiences, University of the Pacific offers a range of flexible formats including continuing education courses, certificate programs, and lifelong learning opportunities. Committed to being a trusted and adaptable partner, University of the Pacific collaborates with community partners to provide students with premier resources and support for their educational and career endeavors.