Character Education Training Program

Course Available
1 Unit
Credit Validation

Course Description

Credit Validation for Attendees of Medal of Honor Character Development Program Only

This course will provide teachers with the tools needed to implement the Medal of Honor Character Development Program in their classroom. The course offers a flexible, cross-curricular resource that is based on values embodied in the Medal of Honor. The lessons focus on how students can live lives of courage, commitment, sacrifice, integrity, citizenship and patriotism and influence change in their own communities. Attendees will examine lessons and discuss how to incorporate them in to existing curriculum.

Course Details

Number of Units: 0.5 - 1.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours

Carefully choose your section based on your location (1.0 unit); or choose the virtual section if you are taking the course online (.5 unit) -- Choose one option only.

Who Should Attend: This course provides continuing education for Teachers, Counselors, Coaches, and Administrators.

Directions to Enrolled Participants for University Credit: Email [email protected] immediately after enrolling for next steps.

 

Course Options

Course Date Units Price
EDC-X781Q – Montevallo, AL 30 Apr 202530 Oct 2025 1 $79

Character Education Training Program

30 Apr 202530 Oct 2025
1
$79
Credit Validation
In Person

Course Format: In-person, 6-hour course and 6.5-hour assignment to be graded by CMOHS

Location: American Village, Montevallo, AL

Trainers: Jamie Smith & Lauren Hallgring

Directions to Enrolled Participants for University Credit: Email [email protected] immediately after enrolling for next steps.

Refund Policy: All Credit Validation enrollments are refundable, less a $25 fee, if requested within 30 days of enrollment date. There will be no refunds for Credit Validation after the allotted 30 days.

Open Enrollment Through: October 30, 2025 (11:59pm PT)

EDC-X781Q – Gainesville, TX 22 Jul 202522 Jan 2026 1 $79

Character Education Training Program

22 Jul 202522 Jan 2026
1
$79
Credit Validation
In Person

Course Format: In-person, 6-hour course and 6.5-hour assignment to be graded by CMOHS

Location: Gainesville, TX, Elementary Training, at Gainesville Community College Medal of Honor Museum

Trainers: Katrina Hallman & Terri Ohler

Directions to Enrolled Participants for University Credit: Email [email protected] immediately after enrolling for next steps.

Refund Policy: All Credit Validation enrollments are refundable, less a $25 fee, if requested within 30 days of enrollment date. There will be no refunds for Credit Validation after the allotted 30 days.

Open Enrollment Through: January 2, 2026 (11:59pm PT)

EDC-X781Q – West Columbia, SC 25 Jul 202525 Jan 2026 1 $79

Character Education Training Program

25 Jul 202525 Jan 2026
1
$79
Credit Validation
In Person

Course Format: In-person, 6-hour course and 6.5-hour assignment to be graded by CMOHS

Location: West Columbia, SC, Secondary Training, at South Carolina Department of Education

Trainers: Courtney Straka & Jamie Smith

Directions to Enrolled Participants for University Credit: Email [email protected] immediately after enrolling for next steps.

Refund Policy: All Credit Validation enrollments are refundable, less a $25 fee, if requested within 30 days of enrollment date. There will be no refunds for Credit Validation after the allotted 30 days.

Open Enrollment Through: January 25, 2026 (11:59pm PT)

EDC-X781Q – Circleville, OH 28 Jul 202528 Jan 2026 1 $79

Character Education Training Program

28 Jul 202528 Jan 2026
1
$79
Credit Validation
In Person

Course Format: In-person, 6-hour course and 6.5-hour assignment to be graded by CMOHS

Location: Circleville, OH, Secondary Training at Logan-Elm Schools

Trainers: Courtney Straka & Todd Hospodarsky

Directions to Enrolled Participants for University Credit: Email [email protected] immediately after enrolling for next steps.

Refund Policy: All Credit Validation enrollments are refundable, less a $25 fee, if requested within 30 days of enrollment date. There will be no refunds for Credit Validation after the allotted 30 days.

Open Enrollment Through: January 28, 2026 (11:59pm PT)

EDC-X781Q – Philadelphia, PA 31 Jul 202531 Jan 2026 1 $79

Character Education Training Program

31 Jul 202531 Jan 2026
1
$79
Credit Validation
In Person

Course Format: In-person, 6-hour course and 6.5-hour assignment to be graded by CMOHS

Location: Philadelphia, PA, at Founding Forward

Trainers: Jason Robbins & Todd Hospodarsky

Directions to Enrolled Participants for University Credit: Email [email protected] immediately after enrolling for next steps.

Refund Policy: All Credit Validation enrollments are refundable, less a $25 fee, if requested within 30 days of enrollment date. There will be no refunds for Credit Validation after the allotted 30 days.

Open Enrollment Through: January 31, 2026 (11:59pm PT)

EDC-X781Q – Tampa, FL 01 Aug 202501 Feb 2026 1 $79

Character Education Training Program

01 Aug 202501 Feb 2026
1
$79
Credit Validation
In Person

Course Format: In-person, 6-hour course and 6.5-hour assignment to be graded by CMOHS

Location: Tampa, FL, Secondary Training, at Sgt Paul R. Smith Middle School

Trainers: Marilynn Walsh & Katrina Hallman

Directions to Enrolled Participants for University Credit: Email [email protected] immediately after enrolling for next steps.

Refund Policy: All Credit Validation enrollments are refundable, less a $25 fee, if requested within 30 days of enrollment date. There will be no refunds for Credit Validation after the allotted 30 days.

Open Enrollment Through: February 1, 2026 (11:59pm PT)

EDC-X781Q – Talladega, AL 01 Aug 202501 Feb 2026 1 $79

Character Education Training Program

01 Aug 202501 Feb 2026
1
$79
Credit Validation
In Person

Course Format: In-person, 6-hour course and 6.5-hour assignment to be graded by CMOHS

Location: Talladega, AL, Secondary Training, at Talladega High School

Trainers: Todd Hospodarsky & Javier Martinez

Directions to Enrolled Participants for University Credit: Email [email protected] immediately after enrolling for next steps.

Refund Policy: All Credit Validation enrollments are refundable, less a $25 fee, if requested within 30 days of enrollment date. There will be no refunds for Credit Validation after the allotted 30 days.

Open Enrollment Through: February 1, 2026 (11:59pm PT)

EDC-X781Q – Auburn, AL 04 Aug 202504 Feb 2026 1 $79

Character Education Training Program

04 Aug 202504 Feb 2026
1
$79
Credit Validation
In Person

Course Format: In-person, 6-hour course and 6.5-hour assignment to be graded by CMOHS

Location: Auburn, AL, Secondary Training, at Lee-Scott Academy

Trainers: Jason Robbins & Lauren Hallgring

Directions to Enrolled Participants for University Credit: Email [email protected] immediately after enrolling for next steps.

Refund Policy: All Credit Validation enrollments are refundable, less a $25 fee, if requested within 30 days of enrollment date. There will be no refunds for Credit Validation after the allotted 30 days.

Open Enrollment Through: February 4, 2026 (11:59pm PT)

EDC-X781Q – Chicago, IL 07 Aug 202507 Feb 2026 1 $79

Character Education Training Program

07 Aug 202507 Feb 2026
1
$79
Credit Validation
In Person

Course Format: In-person, 6-hour course and 6.5-hour assignment to be graded by CMOHS

Location: Chicago, IL, Secondary Training, at Chicago Public Schools JROTC

Trainers: Todd Hospodarsky and Katrina Hallman

Directions to Enrolled Participants for University Credit: Email [email protected] immediately after enrolling for next steps.

Refund Policy: All Credit Validation enrollments are refundable, less a $25 fee, if requested within 30 days of enrollment date. There will be no refunds for Credit Validation after the allotted 30 days.

Open Enrollment Through: February 7, 2026 (11:59pm PT)

EDC-X781Q – Ft. Bragg, NC 29 Aug 202528 Feb 2026 1 $79

Character Education Training Program

29 Aug 202528 Feb 2026
1
$79
Credit Validation
In Person

Course Format: In-person, 6-hour course and 6.5-hour assignment to be graded by CMOHS

Location: Ft. Bragg, NC, Secondary Training, at Ft. Bragg Child Youth Services

Trainers: Marilynn Walsh & Jamie Smith

Directions to Enrolled Participants for University Credit: Email [email protected] immediately after enrolling for next steps.

Refund Policy: All Credit Validation enrollments are refundable, less a $25 fee, if requested within 30 days of enrollment date. There will be no refunds for Credit Validation after the allotted 30 days.

Open Enrollment Through: February 28, 2026 (11:59pm PT)

What You Will Learn

  • Teachers will have examined and tried out curriculum materials that they may use in their classrooms
  • Attendees will have an array of instructional strategies that will help students develop their character and practice such virtues as integrity, courage, commitment, and citizenship - teachers will have learned how to incorporate these in to the culture of their classroom
  • Attendees will have tried a few lessons with their students and successfully complete the assignments for the course

Instructors

Professional development courses offered by the University of San Diego’s Division of Professional & Continuing Education are taught by faculty that possess a depth and breadth of academic and real-world professional experience.

Why USD?

The Professional and Continuing Education program nurtures key partnerships on the local, national, and international level. The goal is to better serve working professionals who seek to enhance or build their careers and help achieve their highest value and potential. Contact us today to learn more.

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Credit Validation

The University of San Diego’s Division of Professional and Continuing Education offers graduate-level extension credit for work completed in trainings, workshops, conferences, induction, credentials, and other professional development programs not offered directly by USD. Complete one of the above and a member of our division will help you earn credit for your hard work and dedication to continuing your education.

Key Benefits of Credit Validation Courses

Make Your Work Count

Earn credit for your previous work in trainings, workshops, and conferences through a simple process.

Advance Faster

Save money by earning credit for work you completed and get one step closer to salary advancement.

Work Towards a Degree

Many receiving institutions may accept credits towards degree programs, giving you a head start in earning a graduate degree.