Accepted in all 50 States

Most districts and states require that continuing education courses be (1) at a graduate level and (2) from a regionally accredited university. TPAI courses (all of which run through CSU-Pueblo) meet both of these requirements.

See salary advancement & license renewal requirements for your state.

Salary Advancement

Our accredited graduate level courses (ED501) meet the criteria for salary advancement for K-12 licensed teachers in all 50 states.

Please follow your district’s procedures/guidelines when registering for our graduate courses as each district sets its own policies.

Master of Education (M.Ed.)

TPAI is a partner in Colorado State University-Pueblo’s online M.Ed. program. If you are enrolled in that program, our affordable and flexible courses can help fulfill your graduate credit requirements. Click here to learn more.

Teacher License Renewal

Nearly all states (a few have alternative requirements) accept TPAI coursework for teacher re-certification or license renewal. Learn more about license renewal requirements in your state.

TPAI/CSU-Pueblo ED501 Courses


Graduate level credit
From an accredited (Higher Learning Commision) University (CSU-Pueblo)
Accepted in all 50 states
Participants must have a Bachelor's of Arts Degree (B.A.).
May be used toward CSU's online M.Ed. program
3 semester (4.5 quarter) credits
Required course hours meet federal guidelines
Grades	Letter Grade (A-F)

What Teachers are Saying…

Very helpful taking this course so close to the start of a new school year.

Teaching with Mindfulness

Art Teacher

These courses are reasonably priced and allow working teachers to apply learning right away.

Engaging Students through Curiosity

Middle School Math Teacher

I enjoyed the challenge and the material. For a person who hasn’t taken a graduate class in years, I appreciated how organized the syllabus was with the course expectations.

Supporting Autistic Students in Inclusive Classrooms

Speech Pathologist (SLP)

The instructor was helpful with useful feedback.

Technology in the Classroom

Grade 3 Teacher

This course gave me the opportunity to dive into work that impacts my English learners. I enjoyed the personalized learning portion of the assignments.

Developing Growth Mindsets

EL Teacher

The course syllabus gave very precise assignment expectations and I appreciated being able to work at my own pace.

A Proactive and Collaborative Approach to Behavioral Management

Grade 1 Teacher

Loved the book and course assignments.

A Strengths Based Approach to Neurodiversity

Speech Pathologist (SLP)

“Integrating Technology” was very relevant during distancing learning and as I prepare for next year. Great resources for using technology efficiently and effectively.

Integrating Technology

Middle School Art Teacher

This course was amazing. I learned so much useful information that I can implement in my class.

Principles of Master Teachers

Grade 5 Language Arts Teacher

Next Steps

	Order Online
	Download Course Materials / Purchase Coursebook
	Complete all Coursework
	Submit Coursework
	Receive Feedback
	Obtain Transcript from CSU-Pueblo

Course Assignments Example

Download the Course Assignment file below to see specific assignments and requirements for:

ED501 Strategies for Close Reading

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