Credit Guidance:
Earn Credit with Clarity and Flexibility
Credit Guidance:
Earn Credit with Clarity and Flexibility
Earn Credit with Clarity and Flexibility
Credits should reflect real learning, not just checkboxes.
Credits should reflect real learning, not just checkboxes.
At Homeschool Directive, our credit system is designed to honor how your student learns, while still aligning with what colleges and future opportunities expect.
Whether your child is earning their first elective credit or mapping out a complete high school transcript, our credit guidance adapts to your family’s pace and purpose.
Whether your child is earning their first elective credit or mapping out a complete high school transcript, our credit guidance adapts to your family’s pace and purpose.
Five Flexible Ways to Earn Credit
Five Flexible Ways to Earn Credit
No matter which method you choose, our advisors help you track and document it all clearly.
1. TIME-BASED
Approximately 120 hours of engaged learning earns 1 full credit (or 60 hours for a half credit)
2. MASTERY-BASED
Credit is earned once your student demonstrates proficiency in a subject or skill
3. PROJECT-BASED
Deep, purposeful work tied to academic goals
4. PORTFOLIO-BASED
A curated collection of your student’s work over time
5. OUTSIDE COURSE WORK
Online classes, tutoring, community college, or other verified programs
Planning Credits with Purpose
Planning Credits with Purpose
You don’t have to figure this out alone. Whether you’re working on one subject at a time or balancing a full course load, Homeschool Directive offers:
Customizable credit plans based on your student’s interests, strengths, and graduation goals
Guidance on how to document and verify each credit earned
Flexibility to shift between credit methods as your student grows
What Colleges Need to See
What Colleges Need to See
While every Homeschool Directive student has a unique path, our credit documentation aligns with college expectations:
Clearly defined course titles and credit values
Learning objectives and methods used to earn credit
Final grades or mastery indicators, depending on your chosen method
This helps your student stand out—because their transcript actually reflects who they are.
Ready to Start Earning Credit?
Ready to Start Earning Credit?
Learn more about how we help you track and organize learning for high school.
Quick Answers to Real Questions
Quick Answers to Real Questions
Yes! HD is fully accredited, and our transcripts are accepted by colleges worldwide.
Absolutely. Our system supports both parent-chosen and advisor-designed coursework.
Yes. Our flexible approach is ideal for students who need something different.
We offer guidance and templates that help you track learning hours, projects, and mastery. Our advisors ensure everything is documented in a way that colleges and future opportunities understand.
No. Homeschool Directive supports families from all backgrounds. You are welcome to incorporate your own values and beliefs into your child’s learning.
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info@homeschooldirective.com
(847) 232-3452
37510 N. Fairfield Rd.
Lake Villa, IL 60046
Lake Villa, IL 60046