A: Yes, they are self-paced within the month you register. Everything is online.

A: Most of our courses run monthly (start on the 1st of the month and end the last day of the month).  This allows you to focus on a course and get your certificate/ transcript in a timely manner.  The last day to join a current section is the 21st of the month.

However, we have several courses that run on a semester schedule: 

• Teacher Leadership
• Wellness Champion
• Google Tools for Blended Learning 
• Professional Development Leader
• Google Hyperdocs
• Chrome Apps, Extensions, and Add-ons

Semester-long courses have rolling open enrollment. You may enroll at any time, but you must finish the course by the specified dates.

Semester Schedule:

• Summer: May - August (course must be completed by August 31st)
• Fall: September - December (course must be completed by December 31st)
• Spring: January - April (course must be completed by April 30th)

A: While every student is different, in general we recommend allowing for the following time allotments:

1 credit course = 15 hours

2 credit course = 30 hours

3 credit course = 45 hours

Over 99.4% of Happy Teachers finish the course on time!

A: Yes, you can change the start date on your dashboard by selecting “Change Start Date.”  It costs $15 to transfer to a different month to cover the Schoology fee.

A: You will receive a letter grade based on your final percentage score:

A= 90–100%
B= 80–89%

If you purchased graduate credit from Upper Iowa University (UIU) through our website, a minimum score of 80% is required to pass. Once you click “Complete Course” and fill out the feedback form on your dashboard, your grade will be submitted to UIU. Grades are typically posted within 2–3 business days, and you’ll receive an email notification from UIU once your grade is available. At that point, your official transcript can be ordered through the National Student Clearinghouse.

If you did not purchase graduate credit from our website and plan to obtain it separately through Adams State University (ASU), we send grades to ASU on the 1st and 15th of each month. Please allow an additional 2–3 business days for ASU to process and post the grades. You can log into ASU’s site to check when your transcript becomes available for order.

A: Our courses are delivered 100% online and are completely self-paced, so you can work through the material on your own schedule. Once you complete your purchase, you’ll receive immediate access to your course.

To begin, simply click on “My Courses” at the top of our website.

Each course is structured into clear, easy-to-follow modules that include a mix of short, engaging video lessons, relevant readings, practical, classroom-based assignments.

The assignments are designed to be meaningful and relevant to your work as an educator. You can expect things like:

• Reflective questions
• Interactive discussions
• Lesson planning activities
• Classroom strategy applications
• Short written responses

A: You will access your course via the Happy Teacher website. 

• Log into Happy Teacher
• Click on “My Courses”  
• Click on "Course Details"
• Click on  “Go to My Course" 

This will take you directly to your course without having to log into Schoology. No course code required.

A: To access your course, click on “My Courses” at the top of the page. We use single sign-on with Schoology, so once you're in, simply click “Course Details” to view your materials.

If you have any trouble accessing your course, feel free to reach out to us at classes@happyteacherpd.com—we’re happy to help!

A: Upper Iowa University and Adams State University are both HLC accredited.

You will receive a letter grade for your course.  

90-100% = A

80-89% = B 

<80 = F

A: Once you've completed all course materials, your assignments have been graded, and you've earned at least an 80%, you’ll be able to click “Complete Course” on your dashboard.

This will prompt you to fill out a quick course evaluation, and once submitted, your certificate of completion completion will be:

*Emailed within 24 hours for easy access anytime

*Available on your dashboard within 24 hours for easy access anytime

A: Upper Iowa University: Once you select “Complete Course” and fill out the course evaluation, Upper Iowa will be sent your grade.  Once they have posted your grade, you will get an email that your transcript is ready to order.  You can order your digital transcript from the National Student Clearinghouse for $10.  If you are taking multiple courses, wait until all grades have been posted so you only pay this fee once.

Adams State University: If you would like credit from ASU, purchase the course without graduate-credit on the website.  After you complete the course, email your instructor for the most up-to-date ASU link.  You will pay ASU separately. ASU sends us grade sheets on the 1st and 15th of every month.  They mail a complimentary transcript 10-14 days after posting your grade.  If you need a digital copy, you can order a digital copy for $16 from Parchment.

A: Yes, you have the option to add on graduate-level credit after completing the course.  If you select “purchase graduate-level credit” from your dashboard, your grade will be sent to Upper Iowa University.  If you would like to purchase a transcript from Adams State University, please contact your instructor for the most up-to-date link.

A: We have a no refund policy.  Please check with your district and state before you purchase a class.

A: Yes, if you would like us to invoice your district, please contact us at “classes@happyteacherpd.com”

A: Yes, you use four 3 semester courses (12 semester credits total) towards several Master’s in Education Degrees with Upper Iowa University. Check out this page for more information.

A: You receive:

• $10 Happy Teacher cash for EVERY class you complete  
• $20 Happy Teacher cash for EVERY new friend or colleague you refer
• $5 for each: following us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
• $10 on your birthday

Happy Teacher cash can be used on courses, graduate-level credit (only with UIU), and Happy Teacher gear- YETI mugs, YETI lunch bags, Simple Truth Water Tumblers, Canvas Tote Bags, and Silk Lanyards.

A:

• Login to your Happy Teacher account and click on Rewards
• The Rewards pop-up menu should appear.  Scroll down and you will see Refer Friends and your unique URL.  
• Share your URL with friends and colleagues via email or social media. When they make a purchase using your unique URL, they will receive $20 Happy Teacher Cash on their next purchase. You will also be awarded $20 Happy Teacher Cash for the referral (upon a short verification period).
• Referrals are only valid for new customers.

A: You can contact “classes@happyteacherpd.com” for any questions or additional information.