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 – JROTC 30 Jan 202531 Jul 2025 1 $79

Character Education Training Program

30 Jan 202531 Jul 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: San Antonio, TX – JROTC

Trainers: Javier Martinez and Jason Robbins

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: July 30, 2025 (11:59pm PT)

EDC-X781Q – ESC Region 20 26 Feb 202526 Aug 2025 1 $79

Character Education Training Program

26 Feb 202526 Aug 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: San Antonio, TX – ESC Region 20

Trainers: Katrina Hallman and Marilynn Walsh

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: August 26, 2025 (11:59pm PT)

EDC-X781Q – Simi Valley, CA (Se 14 Mar 202514 Sep 2025 1 $79

Character Education Training Program

14 Mar 202514 Sep 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: Simi Valley, CA (Secondary Teachers) – Ronald Reagan Presidential Library

Trainers: Courtney Straka and Marilynn Walsh

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: September 14, 2025 (11:59pm PT)

EDC-X781Q – Simi Valley, CA (El 14 Mar 202514 Sep 2025 1 $79

Character Education Training Program

14 Mar 202514 Sep 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: Simi Valley, CA (Elementary Teachers) – Ronald Reagan Presidential Library

Trainers: Terri Ohler and Kristen Marten

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: September 14, 2025 (11:59pm PT)

EDC-X781Q – El Paso, TX 17 Mar 202517 Sep 2025 1 $79

Character Education Training Program

17 Mar 202517 Sep 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: El Paso, TX – Ysleta Independent School District

Trainers: Jamie Smith 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: September 17, 2025 (11:59pm PT)

EDC-X781Q – Wheaton, IL 18 Mar 202518 Sep 2025 1 $79

Character Education Training Program

18 Mar 202518 Sep 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: Wheaton,IL – Cantigny Park

Trainers: Jason Robbins and 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: September 18, 2025 (11:59pm PT)

EDC-X781Q – Wichita, KS 07 Apr 202507 Oct 2025 1 $79

Character Education Training Program

07 Apr 202507 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: Catholic Diocese Offices – 424 N Broadway St Wichita, KS 67202

Trainers: Courtney Strake & 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: October 7, 2025 (11:59pm PT)

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)

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.