Skip to Courses Filter By Subject Area Course Type Role Format Course Partner Credit Type Free Social-Emotional Learning: Introduction to SEL Free Best Practices, Social Emotional Learning Credit Hours: 6 SCECHs Courses marked as free are created for use by Michigan educators. Many educators find it challenging to meet the social and emotional needs of their students to help them succeed academically. This introductory course provides an insight into social-emotional learning (SEL) and a pathway to the initial steps of integrating SEL into your school or… 6 hrs Self-Paced Michigan Department of Education (MDE), MiRegistry Free AI 101: A Beginner’s Guide for Educators Price: $15 Best Practices, Other, Teacher Advocacy Credit Hours: 3 SCECHs Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping the way we teach, plan, and support students. Understanding this new technology can empower you to work smarter and more confidently. In this course, you’ll explore foundational AI concepts and uncover how this technology is already influencing classrooms and education. You’ll examine current and emerging tools, weigh the benefits and… 3 hrs Self-Paced Free Understanding Unconscious Bias for Educators – MV DeliverED Price: $20 Administration, Best Practices, Classroom Management, Leadership, Other, School Safety, Social Emotional Learning, Special Education Credit Hours: 5 SCECHs Consider how unconscious bias impacts learning and instructional practices and embrace strategies to foster a classroom where all students belong. Here’s a sneak peek of what you can expect: Book: Start Here, Start Now Online Course: Understanding Unconscious Bias for Educators: Discover how unconscious bias impacts educational spaces, and identify strategies to mitigate the impact… 5 hrs Self-Paced Free Mentor Essentials: Strategies for Guiding Online Learners Free Best Practices, Other Credit Hours: 2 SCECHs Supporting online learners requires more than just checking in—it takes intentional mentorship to help them stay engaged, motivated, and successful. In this course, you’ll explore the essential role of a mentor and gain strategies to guide students through the unique challenges of online learning. You’ll learn how to establish effective routines, communicate with clarity, and… 2 hrs Self-Paced Michigan Virtual Free MDE: Educator Excellence – Understanding MOECS Free Other, Teacher Advocacy Credit Hours: 1 SCECHs Staying on top of your Michigan educator certification is essential for your professional growth and career advancement. In this course, you will explore how to navigate the Michigan Online Educator Certification System (MOECS) with ease, ensuring you understand key features for managing your credentials. Gain insights into certification types, renewal requirements, and frequently asked questions… 1 hr Self-Paced Michigan Department of Education (MDE) Free Changing Minds to Address Poverty – Achievement Mindset Free Best Practices Credit Hours: 1 SCECHs Courses marked as free are created for use by Michigan educators. Welcome to the Achievement Mindset of the Changing Minds to Address Poverty in the Classroom course. This course is one in a series of seven other courses offered by Michigan Virtual dealing with how poverty impacts student learning and achievement. Based on the work… 1 hr Self-Paced Michigan Department of Education (MDE) Free Changing Minds to Address Poverty in the Classroom – Rich Classroom Climate Mindset Free Best Practices Credit Hours: 1 SCECHs Courses marked as free are created for use by Michigan educators. Welcome to the Rich Classroom Climate Mindset of the Changing Minds to Address Poverty in the Classroom course. This course is one in a series of seven other courses offered by Michigan Virtual dealing with how poverty impacts student learning and achievement. Based on… 1 hr Self-Paced Michigan Department of Education (MDE) Free Changing Minds to Address Poverty – Positivity Mindset Free Best Practices Credit Hours: 1 SCECHs Courses marked as free are created for use by Michigan educators. Welcome to the Positivity Mindset of the Changing Minds to Address Poverty in the Classroom course. This course is one in a series of seven other courses offered by Michigan Virtual dealing with how poverty impacts student learning and achievement. Based on the work… 1 hr Self-Paced Michigan Department of Education (MDE) Free Changing Minds to Address Poverty – Engagement Mindset Free Best Practices Credit Hours: 1 SCECHs Courses marked as free are created for use by Michigan educators. Welcome to the Engagement Mindset of the Changing Minds to Address Poverty in the Classroom course. This course is one in a series of seven other courses offered by Michigan Virtual dealing with how poverty impacts student learning and achievement. Based on the work… 1 hr Self-Paced Michigan Department of Education (MDE) Free Changing Minds to Address Poverty – Enrichment Mindset Free Best Practices Credit Hours: 1 SCECHs Courses marked as free are created for use by Michigan educators. Welcome to the Enrichment Mindset of the Changing Minds to Address Poverty in the Classroom course. This course is one in a series of seven other courses offered by Michigan Virtual dealing with how poverty impacts student learning and achievement. Based on the work… 1 hr Self-Paced Michigan Department of Education (MDE) Free Changing Minds to Address Poverty in the Classroom – Graduation Mindset Free Best Practices Credit Hours: 1 SCECHs Courses marked as free are created for use by Michigan educators. Welcome to the Graduation Mindset of the Changing Minds to Address Poverty in the Classroom course. This course is one in a series of seven other courses offered by Michigan Virtual dealing with how poverty impacts student learning and achievement. Based on the work… 1 hr Self-Paced Michigan Department of Education (MDE) Free Changing Minds to Address Poverty – Mindsets Matter (Introduction) Free Best Practices Credit Hours: 1 SCECHs Courses marked as free are created for use by Michigan educators. Welcome to the Changing Minds to Address Poverty in the Classroom Course. This course is the first in a series of seven other courses offered by Michigan Virtual dealing with how poverty impacts student learning and achievement. Based on the work of Eric Jensen,… 1 hr Self-Paced Michigan Department of Education (MDE) Free Changing Minds to Address Poverty – Relational Mindset Free Best Practices Credit Hours: 1 SCECHs Courses marked as free are created for use by Michigan educators. Welcome to the Relational Mindset of the Changing Minds to Address Poverty in the Classroom course. This course is one in a series of seven other courses offered by Michigan Virtual dealing with how poverty impacts student learning and achievement. Based on the work… 1 hr Self-Paced Michigan Department of Education (MDE) Free Social-Emotional Learning: Embedding SEL Schoolwide Free Administration, Leadership, Social Emotional Learning Credit Hours: 8 SCECHs Courses marked as free are created for use by Michigan educators. For social and emotional learning to have the greatest impact on students and staff, it must be woven into the fabric of everyday school life. This course will equip you with strategies for bringing SEL into daily classroom instruction and the school improvement planning… 8 hrs Self-Paced MiRegistry Free MyMV: Instant Impact PD Price: $5 Other Credit Hours: 1 SCECHs Michigan Virtual offers many free resources for educators. This course offers the opportunity to earn a SCECH for engaging with a resource of your choice. In this course, you will: Identify the Michigan Virtual resource you have chosen. Explain where you found the resource. Describe how you will apply what you learned to your own… 1 hr Self-Paced Michigan Virtual Free MDE Assessment Security Free Compliance Courses marked as free are created for use by Michigan educators. Test security is a vital consideration to ensure fair, reliable, and valid test scores, and to prevent misadministration. This four-module training course will help you complete your MDE Assessment Security training for state assessments. You will be able to supplement your district or school… 2 hrs Self-Paced Michigan Department of Education (MDE) Free MV Skills Sprint: Synchronous and Asynchronous Learning Price: $10 Administration, Assessment, Best Practices, Blended & Online Learning, Classroom Management, Compliance, Evaluation, Leadership, School Safety, Social Emotional Learning, Special Education, Teacher Advocacy Credit Hours: 2 SCECHs Tackling both synchronous and asynchronous learning methods is common for many teachers today. In this course, you will explore synchronous and asynchronous learning methods, including their key characteristics, benefits, and challenges. Additionally, you will learn practical strategies for leveraging these methods to create engaging and effective educational experiences that support the diverse needs of your… 2 hrs Self-Paced Michigan Virtual Free MV Skills Sprint: Intro to Accessibility Price: $10 Administration, Assessment, Best Practices, Blended & Online Learning, Classroom Management, Compliance, Evaluation, Leadership, School Safety, Social Emotional Learning, Special Education, Teacher Advocacy Credit Hours: 2 SCECHs In this course, you will explore the critical importance of ensuring that digital content used in education is accessible to all students. You will learn about the key principles of digital accessibility, covering practical tips and best practices for making images, videos, and written course materials inclusive and engaging for learners with diverse abilities and… 2 hrs Self-Paced Michigan Virtual Free MV Skills Sprint: Learning Management and Student Information Systems Price: $10 Administration, Assessment, Best Practices, Blended & Online Learning, Classroom Management, Compliance, Evaluation, Leadership, School Safety, Social Emotional Learning, Special Education, Teacher Advocacy Credit Hours: 2 SCECHs Schools, whether online or traditional brick-and-mortar institutions, leverage Learning Management Systems (LMS) and Student Information Systems (SIS) to enhance educational delivery, streamline administrative processes, and improve communication among stakeholders. This professional learning course provides a comprehensive exploration of these systems, covering their core components, popular platforms, integrative capabilities, and strategies for effective implementation and user… 2 hrs Self-Paced Michigan Virtual Free MV Skills Sprint: Screenshots and Screencasts Price: $10 Administration, Assessment, Best Practices, Blended & Online Learning, Classroom Management, Compliance, Evaluation, Leadership, School Safety, Social Emotional Learning, Special Education, Teacher Advocacy Credit Hours: 2 SCECHs In the modern classroom, screenshots and screencasts have become invaluable tools for educators striving to convey complex information effectively. These tools enable teachers to share visual and auditory content through images and video recordings, facilitating clear and swift communication of intricate concepts. In this course, you will explore the practice of creating and using screenshots… 2 hrs Self-Paced Michigan Virtual Free MV Skills Sprint: Teaching Students Netiquette Price: $10 Administration, Assessment, Best Practices, Blended & Online Learning, Classroom Management, Compliance, Evaluation, Leadership, School Safety, Social Emotional Learning, Special Education, Teacher Advocacy Credit Hours: 2 SCECHs In this course, you will explore strategies to effectively teach students the principles of netiquette, or the appropriate and ethical behavior when communicating and interacting online. By the end of the course, educators will be prepared to cultivate a culture of digital civility and responsible technology use within their classrooms and school communities. In this… 2 hrs Self-Paced Michigan Virtual Free MV Skills Sprint: FERPA and COPPA Price: $10 Administration, Assessment, Best Practices, Blended & Online Learning, Classroom Management, Compliance, Evaluation, Leadership, School Safety, Social Emotional Learning, Special Education, Teacher Advocacy Credit Hours: 2 SCECHs In this course, you will explore the key legal frameworks and compliance requirements surrounding student data privacy and protection. Participants will be introduced to FERPA, which governs the handling and disclosure of students’ personally identifiable information in educational settings, as well as COPPA, which regulates the online collection and use of personal data from children… 2 hrs Self-Paced Michigan Virtual Free MV Skills Sprint: Preparing Students for Online and Hybrid Learning Price: $10 Administration, Assessment, Best Practices, Blended & Online Learning, Classroom Management, Compliance, Evaluation, Leadership, School Safety, Social Emotional Learning, Special Education, Teacher Advocacy Credit Hours: 2 SCECHs In this course, you will explore best practices to effectively prepare students for success in online and hybrid learning environments. The content of this course equips educators with the knowledge and skills to cultivate self-directed learning habits and empower students to be active, autonomous learners. In this course, you will: Analyze student needs for success… 2 hrs Self-Paced Michigan Virtual Free MV Skills Sprint: AI and Academic Integrity Price: $10 Administration, Assessment, Best Practices, Blended & Online Learning, Classroom Management, Compliance, Evaluation, Leadership, School Safety, Social Emotional Learning, Special Education, Teacher Advocacy Credit Hours: 2 SCECHs In this course, you will explore the complex relationship between AI and academic integrity, examining how AI is being used in academic settings and considering the ethical considerations and policies surrounding its use. Additionally, you will gain a deeper understanding of the opportunities and challenges presented by AI in the academic context, and be better… 2 hrs Self-Paced Michigan Virtual Free MV Skills Sprint: Communicating with Parents Price: $10 Administration, Assessment, Best Practices, Blended & Online Learning, Classroom Management, Compliance, Evaluation, Leadership, School Safety, Social Emotional Learning, Special Education, Teacher Advocacy Credit Hours: 2 SCECHs In this course, you will explore strategies for effectively communicating and collaborating with parents to support student success. Teachers will come away with practical techniques for building these vital home-school connections and fostering productive partnerships with parents. In this course, you will: Analyze parent communication strategies and the benefits and/or barriers they would bring to… 2 hrs Self-Paced Michigan Virtual Free MV Skills Sprint: Social Presence Price: $10 Administration, Assessment, Best Practices, Blended & Online Learning, Classroom Management, Compliance, Early Childhood, Evaluation, Leadership, School Safety, Social Emotional Learning, Special Education, Teacher Advocacy Credit Hours: 2 SCECHs In this course, you will explore the critical role of social presence in effective teaching, both in fully online courses and blended classes that incorporate digital technologies. You will learn about the strategies and techniques instructors can use to establish a strong social presence and foster a sense of community, engagement, and connection among students…. 2 hrs Self-Paced Michigan Virtual Free Basic First Aid Price: $20 Compliance 0 SCECHs Accidents can happen at any time or in any place and it is important to be prepared in those situations. This course provides essential training on first aid practices as well as how to implement them in real-world scenarios. By the end of this course, you will be able to handle unexpected or potentially dangerous… 0.7 hrs Self-Paced Free Fire Safety Price: $20 Compliance 0 SCECHs Fires are one of the most common emergencies to contend with in workplaces, and can be one of the most harmful if not dealt with properly. This informative course will give you the knowledge to safely react and respond to a fire emergency in your own place of work. You will gain insight into what… 0.5 hrs Self-Paced MiRegistry Free CPR Refresher Price: $20 Compliance 0 SCECHs Knowing Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a skill that could be potentially life-saving when you least expect it. If you have already been trained to perform CPR, this review course will give you the chance to re-examine the major procedures. You will go over how CPR works, when CPR should be performed, and how to perform… 0.2 hrs Self-Paced Free Emergency Response Price: $20 Compliance 0 SCECHs While we can’t control when life-threatening emergencies happen in a workplace or school, being prepared can minimize property damage and greatly reduce the chances of serious injuries or death. This course will give an overview to school employees of what they should do in the case of an emergency in the workplace. You will ready… 0.4 hrs Self-Paced MiRegistry Free Flu Symptoms and Prevention Strategies Price: $20 Compliance 0 SCECHs Schools can be an ideal environment for viruses to spread and, at the same time, children are among the groups that are most impacted by the flu. In this proactive course, you will learn to keep your students, your staff, and yourself healthy by recognizing characteristics of influenza and participating in prevention strategies. You will… 0.2 hrs Self-Paced MiRegistry Free Diversity in the Workplace Price: $20 Compliance 0 SCECHs In an increasingly globalized economy, employees and work cultures will continue to become more and more diverse. This essential course will help meet any unique challenges you or your coworkers may encounter working with or managing a diverse body of people. You will navigate your own perceived differences and discover the advantages of cultural diversity… 0.25 hrs Self-Paced Free Sexual Harassment and Discrimination for Employees Price: $20 Compliance 0 SCECHs Sexual harassment and discrimination are concerns for every workplace including education professionals. This informative course will build your awareness around the subject and teach you what to do if you become a victim of sexual harassment or discrimination at work. You will come to understand how to maintain a friendly, professional environment with your co-workers… 0.4 hrs Self-Paced Free Conflict Resolution Strategies Price: $20 Compliance 0 SCECHs Try as we may, conflict is sometimes an unavoidable part of human nature, as we all have beliefs for which we are willing to argue over or even fight. This course will help you as an administrator, teacher, counselor, or HR professional to create conflict resolution strategies for your workplace. As conflicts arise in daily… 0.5 hrs Self-Paced Free Discrimination in the Workplace Price: $20 Compliance 0 SCECHs Hiring and firing school employees based on protected categories such as religion, race, sex, or disability is illegal like in any workplace. This awareness-level course will help you determine how to avoid discrimination in your employment practices, help you protect yourself from becoming a victim of discrimination, and help foster a healthy and safe work… 0.3 hrs Self-Paced Free Violence in the Workplace Price: $20 Compliance, School Safety 0 SCECHs Unfortunately, workplace violence is a real, significant threat to workers’ health and safety, even in a school setting. This proactive course will teach you the major causes and types of workplace violence, their warning signs, and how to prevent it. You will learn to identify violence in the workplace, and the methods used to counteract… 0.5 hrs Self-Paced MiRegistry Free Personal Protective Equipment Price: $20 Compliance 0 SCECHs During certain work tasks, educators and support staff who do not wear the correct personal protective equipment (PPE), could be put under unnecessary risks that affect their health, not just their job. This awareness-level course will introduce you to the proper PPE for your work environment along with how to wear and maintain your equipment… 0.3 hrs Self-Paced Free Title IX/Sexual Misconduct at Educational Facilities Price: $20 Compliance 0 SCECHs Sexual assault and sexual misconduct are an ongoing and serious problem at schools across the country. This course will help you understand Title IX and its companion laws regarding sexual misconduct in education, and their role in helping to prevent and respond to sexual misconduct. This course is designed for all employees at educational institutions… 0.75 hrs Self-Paced Free MyPD – 10 SCECHs Price: $30 Math, Science, Social Studies, Teacher Advocacy Credit Hours: 10 SCECHs As a professional educator, you are constantly seeking out ways to supplement your own continuing education and improve yourself. So, how can you receive credit for your efforts? This course will give you the means of receiving formal credit (SCECHs) for informal learning that has or will be completed on your own. With guidance, you… 10 hrs Self-Paced Michigan Virtual Free Seclusion and Restraint Free Compliance Courses marked as free are created for use by Michigan educators. The improper use of seclusion or restraint on students can lead to emotional harm or injury. This awareness-level course meets the training requirements for all educators and support staff on the Policy for the Emergency Use of Seclusion and Restraint for public schools. You… 0.75 hrs Self-Paced Michigan Department of Education (MDE), MiRegistry
