Participants attending seminars, conferences and trainings by the Bureau of Education & Research have the opportunity of earning graduate elective credit through Brandman University, part of the Chapman University System, upon completion of follow-up practicum projects and payment of an additional fee.
Participants attending any one-day seminar or one day of a two-day conference or training have the opportunity of earning one graduate elective credit. Participants attending both days of a two-day conference or training have the option of earning two graduate elective credits. The fee in all states and provinces is $65 (in U.S. funds) per credit.
For answers to additional questions beyond those which follow, you may wish to call the Office of Extended Education at Brandman University at (949) 341-9857. Detailed information regarding university credit is also available at the Brandman University website. Details for direct enrollment with Brandman University will also be available at the seminar.
Brandman University, Part of the Chapman University System
In 2010, Chapman University established Brandman University to best meet the unique needs of working professionals and other non-traditional students. Brandman remains a non-profit institution part of the Chapman University System, and is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. All Chapman University Extended Education courses are now offered through Brandman University due to the strong tie between professional development and the institution’s vision to be the leader in the evolution of adult education.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How soon may I expect to receive confirmation from Brandman University, after I've registered with them for course credit?
- How do I submit my final project to Brandman University?
- What is Brandman University's accreditation?
- What are the requirements for receiving credit?
- How long do I have to complete the final project for the course?
- How do I register for credit after attending a seminar?
- What kind of credit is it?
- Will my district or state accept Brandman University credit?
- What are the grading criteria for the final project?
- Can I take the same BER seminar twice and receive Brandman University credit both times?
- What is the equivalent to one semester credit in quarter credits?
- If I have additional questions, how can I contact Brandman University?
- Can I receive credit from Brandman University and apply for state-sponsored CEU credit?
- What is the cancellation/refund policy in regard to Brandman University credit?
- BER audio seminars/Brandman University credit - How can I earn university credit by listening to audio seminars?
- BER audio seminars/Brandman University credit - is there a timeline following purchase of an audio seminar by which participants need to apply for Brandman University credit?
- How can I obtain an official Brandman University transcript?
- I am completing my Brandman University course during my school vacation period/hiatus and do not have access to students. How do I complete my project in light of the requirements for evaluating student learning, my own self-evaluation and the need to include documentation?
How soon may I expect to receive confirmation from Brandman University after I’ve registered with them for course credit?
You may expect to receive a mailed confirmation letter from Brandman University within 30 days of Brandman University’s receipt of your registration paperwork and fee. Your confirmation will also include the name and address of the specific reader assigned to evaluate your course project for mailing your completed project.
How do I submit my final project to Brandman University?
The confirmation letter you receive from Brandman University will include the name and address of the specific reader assigned to evaluate your course project. Do NOT send your completed project directly to Brandman University. If you no longer have access to that information, please email Brandman University directly at k12@brandman.edu or phone at (949) 341-9857.
What is Brandman University's accreditation?
Brandman University, part of the Chapman University System, is accredited by, and is a member of, the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. Brandman University is also a member of the American Council on Education and the American Association of Colleges for Teachers.
What are the requirements for receiving credit?
The following information is found on the enrollment form presented at the seminar to those individuals enrolling in follow-up credit at the seminar. If the individual is taking an audio seminar, current requirements are listed on the Brandman University website. The participant must attend (or listen to), and participate in, the entire seminar. As follow-up to the seminar or conference session, the participant must develop at least three practical projects per credit based on the seminar presentation. The projects should be designed to be implemented in the participant's program, i.e. worksheets, lesson plans, center activities, or plans for implementation of any topics presented. A three-page paper per credit is required based on the projects. This will be graded with a letter grade of A-C or No Pass. A detailed rubric and grading scale can be found at the Brandman University website.
How long do I have to complete the final project for the course?
The project is due six months from the seminar start date, or in the case of an audio seminar, six months from the date of Brandman University course enrollment.
How do I register for credit after attending a seminar or conference?
At the seminar: Complete the registration form and give it and your payment to the on-site Program Manager. Keep the upper portion of the form as it includes the instructions for your coursework.
By mail: Within 30 days of the seminar date, submit your completed Brandman University course registration form, a photocopy of the Certificate of Participation you will receive at the end of the seminar, conference or training and your $65 (U.S. funds) tuition payment (checks are payable to Brandman University College, or include your Visa, MasterCard or Discover Card number and expiration date) to: Brandman University, Extended Education, BER Practicum, 16355 Laguna Canyon Rd, Irvine, CA 92618. Be sure to submit your completed registration before submitting coursework.
By fax: Fax the information above with your credit card number to (949) 754-1337.
NOTE: Faxed registration forms should not exceed standard letter size (8.5 x 11). You may download a form with the proper dimensions at the Brandman University website
What kind of credit is it?
The credit the participant will receive upon the successful completion of the follow-up practicum is graduate elective semester credit. These are professional development units that are not part of a degree program but instead are primarily used for professional advancement purposes such as salary increment steps and recertification.
Will my district or state accept Brandman University Credit?
It is the responsibility of the individual participant to verify with his/her district or state prior to enrollment whether Brandman University credit will be acceptable or not.
What are the grading criteria for the final project?
At the time of enrollment, students will be provided with a listing of all requirements and grading criteria for the written project. The specific grading rubric used to assess the written projects can be found on the Brandman University website.
Can I take the same BER seminar twice and receive Brandman University credit both times?
Participants may attend the same BER seminar more than once and receive credit each time by fulfilling the course requirements with different final projects and submitting the required fee.
What is the equivalent to one semester credit in quarter credits?
One semester credit equals 1.33 quarter credits.
If I have additional questions, how can I contact Brandman University?
Call the Office of Extended Education, 1 (949) 341-9857
Via email: k12@brandman.edu
Online: Brandman University website
Can I receive credit from Brandman University and apply for state-sponsored CEU credit?
No, participants may not receive two types of credit for the same activity.
What is the cancellation/refund policy in regard to Brandman University credit?
Participants who request cancellation in writing within thirty (30) days of course enrollment, will receive a refund less a $20 processing fee. (If registering at the seminar, the date of enrollment is the date of the seminar. If participant mails the enrollment form directly to Brandman University, the date of enrollment is the day Brandman University receives the enrollment form.)
BER audio seminars/Brandman University credit - How can I earn university credit by listening to audio seminars?
By listening to the audio programs and completing follow-up assignments, one graduate elective semester credit may be earned with payment of an additional fee of $65 per semester credit. Enrollment and payment are made directly to Brandman University`).
Details for direct independent study enrollment and payment options will be included with your audio seminar order. No campus meetings are required. Follow-up practicum projects require 15 hours of independent study per credit and are acceptable where local districts approve and are applicable to licensure where such activities are approved.
BER audio seminars/Brandman University credit - is there a timeline following purchase of an audio seminar by which participants need to apply for Brandman University credit?
No, there is no timeline by which participants need to apply for Brandman University credit. Once a participant does enroll with Brandman University, there is still a six-month time limit for completing and submitting the final project.
A current Brandman University registration form specific to BER audio seminars can be found on the Brandman University website.
How can I obtain an official Brandman University transcript?
Specific directions for requesting an official transcript can be obtained at the Brandman University website.
I am completing my Brandman University course during my school vacation period / hiatus and do not have access to students. How do I complete my project in light of the requirements for evaluating student learning, my own self-evaluation and the need to include documentation?
All components of the course requirements must be addressed. If you do not have access to students to practice your activities on, you may approach your paper in the following way:
- Explain your situation on the title page.
- Describe the methods you intend to use for evaluating your students’ learning experience.
- For self-evaluation, comment on your strengths and weaknesses as pertaining to the implementation of the activities. Discuss what you expect to happen in terms of your own abilities.
- Documentation could include handouts, an example of the activity, charts for evaluation, lesson plans etc.
