Earn Continuing Education Credits for Teacher Certification Renewal

Teachers need continuing education credits for teachers to maintain certification and stay current with evolving instructional standards. Finding the time for this can be difficult alongside the daily demands of the classroom.

JoltEDU provides flexible online courses designed specifically for educators, allowing teachers to complete continuing education requirements and strengthen their instructional practice on their own schedule.

Pennsylvania educators can also earn Act 48 hours through JoltEDU’s partnership with Appalachia Intermediate Unit 8, with completed hours reported to the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

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Why Teachers Use JoltEDU for Certification Renewal

Flexible online courses that fit around teaching schedules
Practical strategies teachers can apply immediately in the classroom
Short micro-courses designed for busy educators
Opportunities to earn continuing education credits and Act 48 hours

Earn Act 48 Hours Online

Educators often struggle to find professional development that is both meaningful and manageable within a busy schedule. Many traditional professional development programs require full-day workshops or fixed schedules that are difficult to attend.

JoltEDU was designed to address this challenge by delivering professional learning in a flexible, accessible format.

Teachers use JoltEDU because the platform provides:

• Short, focused professional development courses that respect educators’ time
• Online access that allows teachers to learn at their own pace
• Practical instructional strategies that can be applied immediately in the classroom
• Professional learning hours that support certification renewal requirements
• Relevant topics designed specifically for K–12 educators

By making professional development more accessible and practical, teachers can continue building their skills while meeting continuing education requirements.

Teachers can review certification renewal requirements through the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

How JoltEDU Professional Development Works

JoltEDU simplifies the process of earning continuing education credits and professional learning hours.

Teachers begin by exploring the available course catalog. Courses are designed to focus on practical classroom strategies and professional growth areas that matter to educators.
After selecting a course, teachers complete the learning modules online. Each course is designed to be manageable and focused, allowing educators to engage with the material without requiring long training sessions.
Once a course is completed, professional development hours are issued. For Pennsylvania educators, IU8 reports Act 48 hours to the Pennsylvania Department of Education for completed courses.

The process allows teachers to continue building their professional knowledge while fulfilling certification renewal requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are continuing education credits for teachers

Continuing education credits represent professional learning hours that teachers complete to maintain their certification or teaching license. These credits help educators stay current with instructional practices and professional standards.

2. Can JoltEDU courses count toward Act 48 requirements

Yes. Pennsylvania educators who complete JoltEDU courses can earn professional development hours through the platform’s partnership with Appalachia Intermediate Unit 8. These hours are reported to the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

3. How long does it take to complete a course

Courses are designed to be manageable for busy educators. Each course focuses on a specific professional development topic and can typically be completed within a short learning session.

4. Can teachers complete courses at their own pace

Yes. JoltEDU courses are delivered online, allowing teachers to complete professional development at their own pace and on their own schedule. You can explore additional training opportunities on our course offerings page.

We seamlessly capitalized on a time for PD that took no planning, required no substitute coverage, and met requirements which we would have had to sacrifice in-service time - precious efficiency without offering meaningless tasks just for accountability's sake.

Kristen P.

Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Tyrone Area School District

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Explore Continuing Education Courses for Teachers

Teachers looking for flexible ways to complete certification requirements can explore JoltEDU’s online course offerings. The platform provides accessible professional learning experiences designed specifically for educators.

Pennsylvania teachers may also earn Act 48 hours through JoltEDU’s partnership with Appalachia Intermediate Unit 8.

Complete the form to request course information and learn how JoltEDU can support your continuing education goals.