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Professional Learning Through AACPS
Professional learning encourages all employees to share the responsibility for both individual and organizational growth and to be accountable for defining and achieving standards of excellence. Explore and register for AACPS courses by clicking on the icon below.
MSDE (CPD Credit) Courses
Courses approved by the Maryland State Department of Education to Award Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits.
MSDE CPD Credit Course Opportunities
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MSDE Courses Through Adrienne's Educational Consulting
Adrienne's Educational Consulting Firm offers MSDE approved CPD credit courses focusing on four key areas: Trauma-Informed Education, Classroom Management, Behavior Management, and Social and Emotional Learning.
Check out this link to March Courses
1. Recognizing and Managing Emotional Poverty in Students
- Credits: 1 CPD MSDE
- Date: Mon, Mar 4, 4:30 PM - Thu, Mar 7, 8:00 PM EST
- Format: Virtual Course Via Zoom
This course equips educators with the necessary language and knowledge to effectively address brain regulation, integration, and emotional competence, enabling them to foster positive student behavior.
2. Recognizing and Supporting Students Who Self-Harm and Understanding the Psychology
- Credits: 1 CPD MSDE
- Date: Mon, Mar 11, 4:30 PM - Thu, Mar 14, 8:30 PM EST
- Format: Virtual via Zoom
Offering an in-depth exploration of the psychological underpinnings surrounding self-harm behaviors, this course provides valuable insights to better support students in need.
3. Fostering Safe School Communities Through Mindset Shifts Against Community Violence
- Credits: 1 CPD MSDE
- Date: Mon, Mar 18, 4:30 PM - Thu, Mar 21, 8:30 PM EST
- Format: Virtual via Zoom
This course offers educators a comprehensive exploration of strategies to foster safe school communities through crucial mindset shifts against community violence.
Important Documents, Links, and Flyers
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2024 Spring Effectiveness Series
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Think Law: Pre-Made Critical Thinking Lessons
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Workshop Registration Information
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WIDA SELF-PACED WORKSHOPS (FREE APC CREDIT-BEARING ELL COURSES)
College Credit Courses Available for AACPS Staff
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American College of Education
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Anne Arundel Community College
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La Salle University
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McDaniel College
McDaniel College MS in Educational Leadership
McDaniel College MS in Innovations in Teaching and Learning
McDaniel College MS in Reading Specialist: Literacy Leadership
McDaniel College MS in School Librarianship
McDaniel College MS in Elementary Education
McDaniel College MS in Secondary Education
McDaniel College MS in Teaching (initial certification)
McDaniel College MS in Counseling - School Counseling
McDaniel College MS in Special Education
McDaniel College MS in Education of the Deaf
McDaniel College MS in Human Resources Management
McDaniel College PBC - Administrator I Certification
McDaniel College PBC - STEM Instructional Leadership
McDaniel College PBC - Equity and Excellence in Education
McDaniel College PBC - Gifted and Talented Education Specialist
McDaniel College PBC - Learning Technologies Specialist
McDaniel College PBC - Writing for Children and Young Adults
McDaniel College Elementary Math Instructional Leadership Course Series
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Mount St. Mary's
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Notre Dame of Maryland
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Salisbury University
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Towson University
Towson Special Education (PBC)
Towson Educational Administrator (PBC)
Towson School Library Media Program (PBC)
Towson- Arts Integration Certification (PBC)
Towson - Professional Spansh (PBC) Informational video
Towson Graduate Reading Education Program
Townson - Master's in Transformational Leadership
Towson- Secondary Education
Email TLN@towson.edu Reference: SCED, MED - SPED Program
Towson Master's/Concentration in Instructional Technology School Library Media
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Univeristy of Phoenix
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University of Maryland Baltimore Campus (UMBC)
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University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC)
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Dr. Danny McKinney
PD Specialist and CPD Liaison
DLMCKINNEY@aacps.org
410-721-8318 Ext 38318Click the above image for current AACPS offerings
CONTACT PGD@AACPS.ORG for additional information.
Need specialized support as an adult learner? Please visit the AACPS Accommodations webpage.