Georgia Teacher Certificate Renewal & Level Upgrades
Earn your required 6 semester hours on your own schedule. Fully accepted by the GaPSC and issued by UMass Global.
Only $240 per 3-Credit Graduate Level Course
No Hidden Fees
$240 per 3-credit graduate course. Period.
100% Asynchronous
Courses designed for the busy teacher. No portfolios - just practical implementation.
Accredited
Graduate-level credits provided through UMass Global.
GaPSC Aligned
Specifically curated to meet Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) certificate renewal and level upgrade requirements.
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Select Courses
Browse our catalog of graduate-level courses and select the ones that fit your goals. Syllabi available Upon Request if required by your school district.
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Complete the checkout process on this website and you will immediately be enrolled in our loyalty program. Refer friends and take multiple courses to earn Upward Rewards!
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Check your inbox for your welcome packet and dive right in. Complete your coursework 100% online anytime between one and six months from registration.
Graduate Level Courses
Renew or Upgrade your GaPSC Certificate and Advance Your Salary
GaPSC Certificate Renewal Made Simple
The Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) requires 6 semester hours (6 SH) of college coursework from a regionally accredited institution to renew a professional certificate.
- Hit Your Requirement: Register for just two 3-credit Upward courses to completely satisfy your 6 SH requirement.
- Grade Standard: All courses must be completed with a final grade of "B" or better to be fully accepted by the GaPSC.
- The Transcript is Your Proof: Upon completion, you will order an official university transcript from UMass Global to submit directly for validation.
Advancing Your Georgia Teacher Salary
Moving up the Georgia state and local district salary schedules often requires verified, regionally accredited graduate-level credits. Whether you are aiming for a formal GaPSC certificate level upgrade or stacking credits for local district advancement, Upward courses help you reach your highest earning potential faster.
Pro Tip: While our credits are issued by a regionally accredited university (UMass Global) and accepted by the GaPSC, we always recommend confirming your course selection with your district administration prior to registration to ensure local salary alignment. Syllabi available upon request.
Earning Credit
- Email your completed coursework to support@upwardteachers.com
- Upward evaluates your coursework within one week of your submission, and submits your grade to UMass Global (our accredited university partner)
- UMass Global posts your grade within five business days of receiving Upward's assessment
- You login to your UMass Global account to order your transcripts. Note: Transcripts are securely managed and issued directly by UMass Global. For official transcript support, you can contact the university at exed@umassglobal.edu
- Celebrate your achievement, and sign up for more Upward Rewards!
Georgia Teacher FAQs: GaPSC Renewal & Salary Advancement
Are Upward courses accepted by the GaPSC for certificate renewal?
Yes. The Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) accepts college coursework from regionally accredited institutions for certificate renewal.
Upward courses offer graduate-level credits issued by University of Massachusetts Global (UMass Global), which is regionally accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)
How many courses do I need to take to renew my Georgia teaching certificate?
The GaPSC requires 6 semester hours (6 SH) of college coursework to renew a professional certificate.
Because each Upward course is worth 3 graduate-level semester hours, completing just two courses will fully satisfy your 5-year renewal requirement.
Can I use these graduate-level credits for a Georgia certificate level upgrade?
Yes. Georgia educators can utilize regionally accredited graduate-level coursework toward certificate level upgrades and local district salary advancement where applicable.
Because salary reclassification policies and degree/credit alignment can vary by individual school districts, we always recommend confirming your specific course selections with your district administration or HR department prior to registration.
What grade do I need to earn for the GaPSC to accept the credits?
To successfully use college coursework for GaPSC certificate renewal or upgrades, you must earn a final grade of "B" or better in your courses.
How do I submit my completed coursework to the GaPSC?
Once you complete your Upward coursework and your grades are processed, you will order an official academic transcript directly from UMass Global.
You can then upload this official transcript directly to your MyPSC account or have it sent to the GaPSC as validation of your professional learning.
Can I get a course syllabus to submit to my district for prior approval?
Yes! We highly recommend confirming your course selection with your district administration or HR department before registering. Contact Us to request a comprehensive syllabus for any course.