Billings Public Schools teachers, use the links on this page to apply for step up credit BEFORE completing Apple Teacher badges for iPad, Mac or Swift Playgrounds or completing an Apple Teacher Portfolio. The Apple Teacher certification program, developed by Apple, is a way for teachers to show their understanding of using Apple products for teaching and learning. After completing a series of badges for a topic (iPad, Mac and/or Swift Playgrounds), or completing and submitting an Apple Teacher Portfolio, teachers will receive an Apple Teacher badge and recognition.