Self Paced Courses

Activate and grow your leadership skills in the youth development sector.

Gain insight into research and methods for boosting youth engagement and belonging, and apply strategies to foster a sense of community.

Learn relational strategies to heal harm and create a culture of connectivity within your organization.

Build strong, trusting relationships with youth, families, and colleagues to support collaborative and caring environments.

Build trustworthy relationships with colleagues and navigate challenges constructively.

Understand core safety procedures that align with state regulations to ensure safe and compliant youth programming.

Practice strategies for communicating with clarity and purpose, even during conflict, to help your team stay connected, motivated, and mission-driven.

Develop the understanding and skills necessary to implement the community school strategy effectively.

Connect core techniques for raising accessibility awareness to Universal Design for Learning (UDL) strategies and Individual Education Plans (IEPs).

Examine the impact of COVID-19 on education and identify emerging practices that support recovery and innovation.

Understand and integrate culturally responsive practices into youth programs, minimize bias, build trust, and apply culture as a teaching tool—even in virtual spaces.

Recognize, prevent, and address cyberbullying by fostering digital empathy and promoting safe online environments for students.

Practice conducting child observations effectively to inform educational practices and support child development.

Explore key developmental milestones and learning theories for students from early childhood to adolescence.

Utilize project-based learning (PBL) to engage youth in meaningful, fun, and academically rigorous experiences.

Strengthen your leadership skills to effectively manage school- and community-based programs serving children and youth.

Strengthen emotional intelligence, manage emotions with empathy, and create supportive environments where youth feel seen, heard, and safe.

Recognize and avoid common pitfalls when applying SEL strategies through an equity-focused lens.

Explore the core principles of equitable family engagement and apply practices that strengthen connections within your school or program.

Understand the importance of data and how to leverage it to support and enhance youth development practices.

Learn three essential tips for effectively working with youth aged 5–18, laying the foundation for deeper engagement. This course is a short introduction, and each…

Build skills needed to support and lead fundraising and sustainability efforts in youth-serving programs and schools.

Use holistic communication strategies to promote healing and empower youth, families, and staff to express their needs and aspirations.

Build leadership confidence, balance empathy with accountability, and create a positive workplace where staff can grow, feel valued, and stay motivated.

Understand the history and impacts of race and White Supremacy Culture to foster antiracism and equity in your work.

Explore the core principles of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and apply practices that advance social justice in your life and work.

Build your confidence and skills to lead high-quality, hands-on STEM learning experiences that empower youth and spark curiosity through experiential learning and inclusive teaching practices.

Reflect on and deepen your leadership and coaching skills to support growth and effectiveness.

Understand challenging youth behavior, reflect on experiences, and implement strategies to promote positive learning spaces.

Use attention-getting strategies, transition tools, and activity structures to create focused, engaging, and smooth-flowing learning environments.

Strengthen your ability to communicate effectively, shape a positive organizational culture, and motivate your team.

Develop and deepen partnerships within your school community by aligning school day and out-of-school time (OST) activities.

Infuse strong, aligned social-emotional learning (SEL) strategies across the school day and OST activities to enhance student development.

Deliver quality, engaging, and aligned academics in OST programs to support student achievement.

Create a semester curriculum outline and lesson plan that are aligned with SEL principles.

Explore career pathways and develop skills in your current role that prepare you for future success.

Reflect on challenging youth behavior and implement strategies to support positive behavior and engagement.

Apply Positive Youth Development (PYD) frameworks and strategies in various educational and programmatic settings.

Prevent sexual misconduct by recognizing warning signs and fostering safe, respectful environments for all youth.

Explore how energy management supports self-care and sustainable, healthy work practices.

Understand and implement strategies to prevent and mitigate sexual harassment, creating safer environments for all.

To develop strategies for sharing power with young people.

Recognize suicide risk, respond with care, and connect youth to appropriate support using evidence-based prevention and intervention strategies.

Develop an understanding of the unique needs of English Language Learners (ELLs) and implement strategies to support their success.

Support students in temporary housing by learning how to identify their unique needs, remove barriers to stability, and apply trauma-informed, relationship-based strategies that foster equity…

Develop strategies to welcome and support newcomer students and families by addressing language, culture, and belonging.

Explore how community partners can enhance youth literacy through evidence-based strategies and family empowerment, and discover ways to strengthen these collaborative partnerships.

Teach students about digital citizenship and online safety, emphasizing ethical technology use, personal information protection, and cultivating a positive digital footprint.

Design and lead safe, inclusive spaces that build community, facilitate crucial conversations, and repair harm. Note: This course will guide you on specific techniques for…

Manage your time effectively, prioritize competing demands, and maintain work-life balance to enhance well-being while working with youth.

Examine key terms and strategies to help students and staff understand, identify, and support mental health.

Explore core concepts that raise awareness about Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, and Expression (SOGIE) and support inclusion for LGBTQ+ youth programs.

Understand the impact of trauma on youth and apply asset-first strategies to support their healthy development.

Analyze data cycles and dialogue frameworks to make equitable, data-informed decisions in educational settings.

Lead engaging, effective virtual activities that foster participation and connection.