Fresno Pacific University Professional Development Courses
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Fees
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Tuition rate is $120 per semester unit plus applicable materials fees.
All prices of taxable items include sales tax reimbursement computed to the nearest mil.
Tuition and materials fees are subject to change without notice.
Center for Professional Development courses do not qualify for financial aid or loan deferment.
Semester Schedule:
Semester dates as defined by Fresno Pacific University, Center for Professional Development:
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Spring Semester: January 1 through April 30
Summer Semester: May 1 through August 31
Fall Semester: September 1 through December 31
Common Core Courses:
English/Language Arts - ELA
Courses in this area emphasize explorations in reading, writing, written and oral English-language
conventions, and listening and speaking. Current theory, balanced with practical classroom
application, provides a comprehensive approach to curriculum and instruction that is sensitive to
the needs of all students.
Human Behavior Management - EDUC
Study and learn about human behavior development, school climate, appropriate student and
teacher behavior and misbehavior, character education and conflict resolution strategies for
organizing and managing a classroom.
Integrated Curriculum - EDU
Integrated Curriculum offer exciting opportunities for teachers and students alike to explore
meaningful interdisciplinary connections. When two or more subjects are linked, students are
more likely to become engaged while learning conceptual relationships as well as content.
Research and experience confirm that skills and knowledge taught in a holistic way are more
likely to be relevant to learners. In addition, teachers overwhelmed by the demands on their
teaching day may find integrated approaches both effective and manageable.
Mathematics - MAT
Topics in these mathematics courses include number sense, measurement and geometry,
statistics, data analysis and probability, and mathematical reasoning. Each is designed to
enhance the teachers' proficiency in mathematics content while also providing experience with
successful pedagogical tools. Resources are offered to help teachers utilize curriculum and
materials to ensure that their students meet or exceed grade level standards.
Other Subject Area Courses:
Art: Visual Arts - ART
These courses will empower you to help your students develop their own creative skills and
appreciate the artistic work and efforts of others. All experiences are ready to use immediately
with your students
Athletics: Coaching/Training - ATH
Coach your student athletes to become physically educated and active young people. Through
these standards-based courses, movement concepts and principles will be applied to the learning
and development of motor skills. Enhance knowledge about physical activity as it provides
opportunity for enjoyment, challenge, self-expression, and social interaction.
Biblical Education - BIB
Emphasis include integration of biblical educational content and teaching strategies for Christian
educators, Sunday School teachers, and others who are interested in teaching various aspects
related to the Bible, to help students develop a deep understanding of history, structure, biblical
principles, and real world applications.
English/Language Arts - ELA
Courses in this area emphasize explorations in reading, writing, written and oral English-language
conventions, and listening and speaking. Current theory, balanced with practical classroom
application, provides a comprehensive approach to curriculum and instruction that is sensitive to
the needs of all students.
Health Education - HED
Teach your student athletes to become physically educated and active young people. Through
these standards-based courses, health concepts and principles will be applied to the learning and
development of motor skills. Enhance knowledge about physical activity as it provides opportunity
for enjoyment, challenge, self-expression, and social interaction.
Human Behavior Management - EDUC
Study and learn about human behavior development, school climate, appropriate student and
teacher behavior and misbehavior, character education and conflict resolution strategies for
organizing and managing a classroom.
Integrated Curriculum - EDU
Integrated Curriculum offer exciting opportunities for teachers and students alike to explore
meaningful interdisciplinary connections. When two or more subjects are linked, students are
more likely to become engaged while learning conceptual relationships as well as content.
Research and experience confirm that skills and knowledge taught in a holistic way are more
likely to be relevant to learners. In addition, teachers overwhelmed by the demands on their
teaching day may find integrated approaches both effective and manageable.
Literature Courses - LIT
These courses invite the exploration of a wide range of literature at every grade level. Teachers
are encouraged to expand their repertoires, finding new texts to excite their students' love of
reading. Practical suggestions are offered to motivate reading, to build comprehension and
vocabulary skills, and to develop literary appreciation.
Mathematics - MAT
Topics in these mathematics courses include number sense, measurement and geometry,
statistics, data analysis and probability, and mathematical reasoning. Each is designed to
enhance the teachers' proficiency in mathematics content while also providing experience with
successful pedagogical tools. Resources are offered to help teachers utilize curriculum and
materials to ensure that their students meet or exceed grade level standards.
Performing Arts - Music Courses - MUS
These courses will empower you to help your students develop their own creative skills and
appreciate the artistic work and efforts of others. All experiences are ready to use immediately
with your students
Physical Education - PED
Teach your student athletes to become physically educated and active young people. Through
these standards-based courses, movement concepts and principles will be applied to the learning
and development of motor skills. Enhance knowledge about physical activity as it provides
opportunity for enjoyment, challenge, self-expression, and social interaction.
Science - SCI
Enhance science content understanding through investigations and experiments developmentally
appropriate for each respective grade level. Scientific attitudes, rational and creative thinking
processes, manipulative and communicative skills, and scientific knowledge in physical, earth,
and life sciences are emphasized through these practical, standards-based courses.
Social Studies - SOC
These courses include studies of cultural, historical, ethical, social political, and democratic
understandings and civic values. They emphasize multiple applications of skills attainment and
social participation, including basic study, critical thinking, and participation skills that are
essential for teaching and modeling effective citizenship.
Spanish Education - SPAN
These courses emphasize development of proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading and
writing Spanish; student achievement of psychosocial adjustment; use of assessment and
diagnostic data; and instructional materials development.
Special Education - SED
Today, almost every classroom includes a number of students who are dealing with a disability –
either physical, intellectual, emotional, or a combination of all three. As a dedicated educator, you
may often find yourself looking for resources that will help you effectively teach those students
and help them learn successfully, whether in an inclusive or special education classroom. Special
Education Courses are designed for teachers who want to develop and refine their ability to meet
the demands of students with special educational needs.
Technology - TEC
Courses in this area emphasize technology integration into the classroom, and build skills in word
processing, spreadsheet and database, instructional software review, integration of multimedia
material into subject area disciplines, appropriate use of Internet resources and classroom
applications. A Technology Certificate is provided upon successful completion of 12 units from
the four technology skills clusters.