Teachers of Tomorrow is here to guide you every step of the way on the journey to obtaining your teacher licensure. Please review the information below to learn more about our PDI.
The Professional Development Institute (PDI) is for individuals following the Alternative Resident Educator pathway and is specifically designed for those seeking an Ohio professional teaching license. Eligible participants include individuals currently holding an Alternative Resident Educator License issued by The Ohio Department of Education.
4 modules with assessments to determine mastery of pedagogical content knowledge.
Completion of literacy courses in your content area(s) of licensure.
Up to 1 year to complete your online, on-demand modules.
Apply for FREE!
Submit your Alternative Resident Educator License
(obtained from Ohio Department of Education).
Submit your current verification of employment
(provided by your district).
Choose your Program Fee:
One-time payment of $2,300,
or
10 monthly payments of $275.
Successfully complete an Intensive Pedagogical Training (IPTI) or Alternative Resident Educator Institute program.
Submit certification of completion of IPTI.
Candidates must be employed and teaching in an Ohio school district on a valid Alternative Resident Educator License.
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to access the Ohio Department of Education website to review step-by-step instructions on how to complete the state qualification requirements.
We offer coursework for a wide range of subject areas.
Our PDI is the most cost-effective option
offered in Ohio with flexible payment options:
One-time payment of $2,300
OR
10 monthly payments of $275
($2,750 total)
Payment provides you with complete access to:
On-demand training coursework
Expert advisors to support you every step of the way
Research-based curriculum
One of the most cost-effective PDIs in Ohio
Control your schedule with online and on-demand coursework
Research-based curriculum developed by educators for educators
Experienced advisors to guide you every step of the way
Yes, if you have completed an Intensive Pedagogical Training Institute elsewhere you can still enroll in the Teachers of Tomorrow Professional Development Institute. You must meet our enrollment requirements and provide the necessary documentation to enroll. View details about our Professional Development Institute on the PDI page of our website.
There is no set start date for the PDI. The day your enrollment is made is your start date and your expiration date is one year after that.
Yes, there are payment plans available. Candidates can choose to pay $2,300 in a one-time full payment or opt to make monthly payments at $275 a month for 10 months ($2,750 total). At this time, there is no financial aid available.
A valid Alternative Resident Educator License provided by the Ohio Department of Education and proof of current employment provided by your school or district can be emailed directly to our Enrollment Department at enroll@ohioteachers.org.
You have up to one year after you enroll with Ohio Teachers of Tomorrow to complete the PDI training coursework. The coursework is on-demand, and the rate at which you complete the training depends on how quickly you submit each assignment for grading.
