Learn with the MTA and Earn PDPs
The MTA offers free professional development for members to earn up to 15 PDPs toward license renewal. These member-designed workshops cover different areas, including special education and English learners.
For more information, please email the Division of Training & Professional Learning at events@massteacher.org.
2025 Summer Professional Development Programs
Registration opens on June 5 at 4 p.m. Registration for In-Person Courses at Summer Conference is already open.
The MTA’s Training and Professional Learning Division is offering professional development workshops focused on special education, multilingual learners, technology and more. All courses are free for MTA members.
To register for a course, click on the course title. To learn more about a course, click on show description.
View Summary of PDPs Workshops
In-Person Courses
All in-person PDP courses this summer are available as part of attendance at theMTA's Summer Conference. Registration is open.
English Language Learner
August 11
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Using Books about Diversity and Social Justice Issues with English Learners (pre-K - 12)
Full: Sign up for waitlist
English Language Arts/Literacy
Special Education
July 08
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Mastering Behavior: The Science, Strategies, and Solutions for Effective Management
Safe & Supportive Schools
June 30
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Backdrop to Success: The Three Pillars of Creating a Trauma-Sensitive Classroom