FAQ

Endorsement Programs: Frequently Asked Questions


Can I get graduate credit? Do I have to?

  • Graduate credit is awarded through Neumann University. At this time gradute credit is the only option for students enrolled in our program.

Can I get Act 48 hours from these courses? Is there a charge for them?

  • Act 48 hours are available. We will upload them for you, there is no additional charge associated with them.

How long do the courses run?

Do I need any technical knowledge? I've never taken a course online.

  • Our learning management system, Moodle, It is straight forward and intuitive. Even if you've never taken an online course, or don't have a very technical background, you'll be up and running in no time. All our course instructors will be able by to assist you should you run into any problems.

When do I register and pay for the course?

  • Follow the link on the home page to register for the course. As long as you have a Level l instructional certificaate in Pa you are eligible to take the course. Courses must be paid in full one week prior to the start of the course. When the course begins, you'll be sent all the information you need to access it on our Learning Management System, Moodle.

How much does each course cost?

  • $900 dollars.

Can you explain more about the graduate credit from Neumann University?

  • Through our agreement with Neumann University, we can provide graduate credit. This is standard graduate credit, through the university.

Can I transfer my credits into my existing program at a different University?

  • Check with your school. If they would take Neumann University courses, these would transfer.

Are any Textbooks required?

  • Course 1 requires: Re-Forming Gifted Education: How Parents and Teachers Can Match the Program to the Child – January 1, 2002 Karen B Rogers
  • Course 4 requires: Differentiation for Gifted Learners: Going Beyond the Basics by Diane Heacox, Ed. D., and Richard M. Cash, Ed. D and Teaching Gifted Kids in Today's Classroom: Strategies and Techniques Every Teacher Can Use (Revised & Updated Third Edition)
  • Assignment by Winebrenner and Brulles

Do I need to register for all four courses at once?

  • No, you just register and pay for one course at a time.