Teachers in Illinois are struggling to find ISBE-approved graduate credit options for professional development, as their usual provider has limited offerings and uncertain state approval status.

Existing provider has limited course variety and unclear state approval, leaving teachers without a reliable source for PD credits.

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Apr 29, 2026

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A centralized, up-to-date database of state-approved graduate credit providers for teacher PD

App Concept

CreditFinder Pro

CreditFinder Pro is a searchable database and recommendation engine that helps teachers find state-approved graduate credit courses for professional development. It aggregates approved providers, filters by subject, cost, and format, and verifies state compliance so teachers never worry about credit validity.

Key Features

Curated directory of ISBE-approved graduate credit providers
Personalized course recommendations based on past PD and subject area
Real-time approval status checks and alerts for each provider
Reviews and ratings from other teachers

Target Users: Teachers in Illinois (and eventually other states) who need to complete graduate-level PD credits for license renewal

Revenue Model: $9.99/month subscription or $49/year for unlimited access; free tier with limited results

Existing Solutions Mentioned

Performance Learning Systems

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