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 *New Course Summer 2025 Instructor: Gayle Meinkes-Lumia – gaylelumia@yahoo.com Course Credits: – 3 credits/45 Hours Course Description: Culturally responsive classroom education is at the forefront of teaching in the 21st Century. Students need to learn how to take educational risks and assume the responsibilities of independent work and collaboration. They need to be able to identify inequities and advocate for diversity within the classroom environment. In this course, participants will be able to learn how to create a classroom environment that represents and values all cultural backgrounds within the confines of their classroom. They will learn how to inculcate various perspectives throughout their respective disciplines and address ways in which empathy, conversations, backgrounds, and perspectives play a part in learning. The class will address the ways that students take ownership in their learning and view mistakes as ways to be constructive. *A Must for K-12 Educators* $250.00$280.00 |
 Course Description: Journaling has always been a way to express your thoughts and get your ideas out. It has also been a way to milestone important events, record everyday happenings, or just let out your innermost feelings. As educators, we have the opportunity to use journaling to our benefit on a daily basis. In this course, educators will discuss the importance of journaling and the benefits of journaling in all subject areas. We will discuss how to begin a daily journaling routine for both students and teachers. This routine can work for all students and educators and can be used as an emotional tool. Journaling can be used to treat anxiety, depression, and help affect us in many positive ways. Educators will discuss a variety of strategies from the fact “that there’s no right way to journal”, to “how to keep on journaling.” Teachers will discuss the benefits of handwritten journaling vs. digital journaling. Strategies such free writing, timed writing and the 1-minute journal strategy will be explored. Participants will receive a series of journal prompts, ideas and samples to be used for any subject areas and to model in their classrooms. This course is a must for all educators of all subjects and grade levels K-12.
Instructor: Kim Kittredge kkittredgeliips@gmail.com 3 credits – In service Course (45 Hours) $250.00$280.00 |
| **New Course** Summer 2026 3 Credits In-Service Course (45 Hours) Instructor: Gayle Meinkes-Lumia - gaylelumia@yahoo.com Course Description: Reading and Writing instruction through explicit, systematic components helps students develop both skill and self-regulation. Teaching students to goal set while addressing skills as focusing, persistence, and strategic self-talk ensures evidence aligned literacy success. Participants in the course will examine explicit instruction in key areas of phonemic awareness, phonics fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. They will learn how to develop readiness assessment in their students, build visions, design a learning plan for their students, and fully implement and evaluate literacy techniques that take their students well into the next generation of instruction. *A Must for K-12 Educators* $250.00$280.00 |
 Instructor: Gayle Meinkes-Lumia – gaylelumia@yahoo.com In-Service Course – 3 Credits – 45 Hours Course Description: Activating social awareness in students is tantamount. Encouraging exploration of varying perspectives and creating an atmosphere of critical thinking paves the path for student success. This course will instruct participants on the ways in which engagement can enhance their already existing curriculum. The course will focus on student needs, meaningful discussions, exploration of viewpoints, dialectic journals, critical analysis, visionary components, etc.. *A must for K-12 educators* $250.00$280.00 |
 *New Course Spring 2025 Instructor: Gayle Meinkes-Lumia – gaylelumia@yahoo.com In-Service Class – 3 Credits – 45 Hours Course Description: The importance of continual growth in one’s classroom cannot be emphasized enough. Creating expectations for students and creative assignments teeming with energy is the key to their successful mindset. This course will discuss the ways in which learners guide their students’ growth mindset and excitement to grow. Teachers will read a wealth of articles in this course that stress refinement and reflection. They will hone in on student productivity and the ways to create a work environment filled with spice. Technological activities and components of every discipline will be covered. In the end, the learning will never end. *A Must for K-12 Educators* $250.00$280.00 |
 **New Course** Spring 2026 Instructor: Kim Kittredge, kkittredgeliips@gmail.com Class Description: Mentoring programs are a powerful tool for fostering student growth and creating a supportive school culture. They promote autonomy, strengthen emotional and academic development, and empower students to become agents of positive change. In this course, you’ll learn how to design and implement a mentoring program tailored to your school’s unique needs. We’ll explore multiple models-such as one-on-one, small group, peer-to-peer, and peer-to-faculty-so you can choose the best approach that works best for your community. This course is ideal for teachers who want to build meaningful connections and drive student success. A must for educators grades K-12. $250.00$280.00 |
 Course Description: This course is designed to arm educators of all subject areas and levels to bring meaning to your classroom. Meaningful hands-on lessons will be discussed. Interactive conversation topics, brain games, puzzles and comics will also be shared. These types of activities will get the discussions started and your students’ minds working overtime. So, create meaning for your students every day by creating experiences for them. This course is a must for educators grades K-12. ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service credit only Instructor: Kim Kittredge kkittredgeliips@gmail.com
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 New Winter 2025 Instructor: Gayle Meinkes-Lumia – gaylelumia@yahoo.com With New York State’s new legislation restricting student phone use, educators are faced with a unique opportunity: reimagining classroom engagement without the distractions of screens. Students require a hands-on environment that empowers them, one that is teeming with innovative, practical strategies that spark curiosity and boost participation—no phone required. In this energizing class, participants will explore and create lesson activities using tactile, movement-based, and collaborative approaches that refocus student attention and foster genuine connections. Teachers will discover how to turn everyday classroom moments into powerful, tech-free learning experiences. Some topics included are:
Whether you're a veteran teacher or new to the classroom, this class offers fresh tools and an inspiring mindset shift. Teachers will have a toolkit full of adaptable, ready-to-use activities and the confidence to make their classrooms thrive. *A Must for K-12 Educators $250.00$280.00 |
 *New Course Summer 2025 Instructor: Kim Kittredge kkittredgeliips@gmail.com 3 Credits In Service Course (45 Hours) Course Description: Using creative writing in all subjects will provide our students with the capacity to better read, research, reflect and more. Educators will discuss interdisciplinary writing rules, the 7 different types of writing, creative writing assignments and how to better reflect as we write. Educators will work on strategies for structuring creative writing no matter what the subject. Activities will also be shared for how to strengthen the writing of all students in all areas. A plethora of creative writing prompts will be shared for all subjects and areas of teaching. By the end of this course students will learn how to open their minds, be imaginative and work towards the goal of clarity, completeness and creativity. This course is a must for all educators grades K-12. $250.00$280.00 |
 New Course Spring 2026 Instructor: Gayle Meinkes-Lumia – gaylelumia@yahoo.com Course Description: Cultivating lifelong learners who take ownership of their educational journey long after they leave the classroom is essential. Through interactive projects, self-discovery activities, and collaborative experiences, teachers will be able to impart to their learners the ways in which goal setting, metacognition, time management, and self- assessment create pathways to optimum learning. Participants will explore their strengths, values, and interests and apply this to their respective classroom communities. *A Must for K-12 Educators* $250.00$280.00 |
 (3 credits/45 hours) in-service credit only Instructor: Dr. Christopher Korolezuk Email: DrK.liips@gmail.com Course Description: This professional development course delves into the intricate subcultures within public schools and districts, exploring how these hidden dynamics shape educators' work environment, professional relationships, and overall job satisfaction. Participants will engage in reflective and analytical activities to uncover the nuanced ways in which subcultures influence educational outcomes and personal well-being. NEW! This self-paced course uses an online learning platform called Canvas. All videos, reading materials, and assignments can be found in one online location. Also, you can simply type your assignments into the website and hit the "submit." button. This new feature makes the course easier to navigate and more user-friendly than other courses. $250.00$280.00 |
 The state of education continues to change based on new policies, programs, issues, and events. In the past decade, educational terms such as “accountability”, “standards”, “assessments”, “technology integration”, and “professional development” have been used on a much more frequent basis by educators, community members, and even politicians. This course will explore educational policies at the national and state levels, school budget cuts, and other trends that impact education in America. Through this course, teachers will discover ways in which they can change instructional plans and strategies to best meet the needs of their students in these ever-changing times. This course is suitable for all educators, K-12. ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) In-serice credit only $250.00$280.00 |
Gayle Meinkes-Lumia – (gaylelumia@yahoo.com) Having the responsibility of being a role-model in one’s classroom is not for the faint of heart. Students today arrive with confused notions and beliefs that are anything but neutralized. Acknowledging differences in viewpoints and establishing a classroom procedure and repertoire helps students make sense of democratic values and focus on civic responsibility and critical thinking skills. In this course, teachers will learn to address and navigate students’ relationship with the world. They will develop lessons that engage their learners and direct them with critical thinking skills and help them to make sense of the world we live in. A social justice perspective will be covered as well as societal misinformation, animosity, and racism. A Must for all K-12 educators!!!! $250.00$280.00 |
| **New Course** Available In-Person or Online Fall 2026, September- 14, 15, 16, 17,18, 22, 23, 24, 25, 28 Instructor: Gayle Meinkes-Lumia - gaylelumia@yahoo.com This new course equips educators with the skills to design, implement, and assess open-ended questions that promote critical thinking, inquiry, and student voice across subject areas. Teachers will learn how to shift from closed questioning to inquiry-driven instruction that deepens understanding and engagement. Participants will be able to:
In the end, teachers will utilize Bloom’s Taxonomy, Think-Pair-Share as well as a myriad of strategies they already know in order to build and have their students’ flourish. *A Must for K-12 Educators* $250.00$280.00 |
 *Requirement: access to SMARTBoard/and or SMART Notebook Software ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 |
Instructor – Gayle Meinkes-Lumia – gaylelumia@yahoo.com 3 credits (45 hours) – In-service course Course Description: The compounding ramifications of stress in students’ lives can be overwhelming and insurmountable. Instructing students on the ways in which to manage and cope with difficulties is crucial to their well-being. This course will enlighten participants on the ways in which students can handle stress in their daily lives, including coping mechanisms, proactive thinking, positive relationship building, and the exploration of lifetime practices. A must for all K-12 educators!!!!! $250.00$280.00 |
Course Description: This course will focus on how excellent readers often begin to struggle when they enter upper grades. This course will work with educators to strategically teach your students to read successfully no matter what subject you teach. We will work on key reading skills and develop active instructional strategies for students in all disciplines. Educators will work on strategic reading techniques to get your students to read well in all areas of study and understand the importance of text structure, as students move from narrative text to more expository text. Educators will work on creating text-dependent questions, guided reading strategies and help students with close reading skills. With reading being such an important skill across all curriculums, students should learn how to achieve and succeed with great strategies. This course is a must for all educators levels K-12. ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service credit only Instructor: Kim Kittredge kkittredgeliips@gmail.com $250.00$280.00 |
 Course #L6270 or L6271 Course Description: This course discuss with educators the what, how and why to differentiate instruction. Educators will explore division of teaching time and strategies for varying ability levels in the classroom. A 1-credit course for educators of all subjects and grade levels K-12. ON-LINE (1 credits/15 hours) or (3 credits/45 hours) in-service credit only **choose which option when you add to cart Instructor: Kim Kittredge kkittredgeliips@gmail.com **not eligible for any discounts if choosing the 1 credit course $110.00-$250.00 |
| Course #PDLI9060 For in person or online or online. (45 HOURS/3 GRADUATE CREDITS) ON-LINE Instructor: Kim Kittredge kkittredgeliips@gmail.com Course Description: This course will explore how our daily instruction as an educator must constantly be changed and molded to fit our students’ needs. Since many of our students learn differently, it is our job as effective teachers to guide them through the learning process. Participants will discuss what a differentiated classroom really is, and how to differentiate for any grade level and/or subject. Educators will collaborate and work on a multitude of learning techniques and assessments for all learning styles. Applicable all Educators and staff K-12. $600.00 |
 To group or not to group, that is the question. According to Carol Ann Tomilson, a leading authority on differentiating instruction, students need new and innovative means in order to comprehend and process information and make sense of what they learn. In academically responsible classrooms, all students should be appropriately challenged and become more successful at accessing, processing, and expressing information. ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 |
 Storytelling in the digital era, writing is not just about composing traditional essays by typing into a word-processing program. Today writers compose by using a variety of platforms to produce different forms. We compose slide shows, videos, audio documentaries, brochures, Tweets, blogs, and much more. If we want to be effective composers in our, global world, we have to learn how to compose using these different platforms, and we have to understand what such forms allow, disallow, and require. We need both technical skill and critical understanding. ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service only $250.00$280.00 |
 An educator’s words have the tremendous power to influence students’ beliefs. When discussions about politics, race, sexual orientation, religion, class, or any other controversial issue come up in the classroom, it is critical for teachers to tread the fine line between merely sharing their personal views and teaching facts. Educators must remain objective in their teachings to ensure a safe learning environment for students. This course offers thoughtful views to help protect the teacher and the school district. We will discuss neutrality, how to engage in appropriate conversations, social media/politics, freedom of speech and what exactly that means for a teacher, and steps to safely discuss politics within the classroom. This class is suitable for all k-12 educators and service providers. ON-LINE (3 Credits / 45 hours) in-service credit only
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Course Description: Reflecting and analyzing our practices as educators is critical. Creating learners that possess both intrinsic and extrinsic motivation is transformative. This course focuses on a plethora of ways that students and teachers alike can cultivate and systematically address their learners. A myriad of ideas and lessons will be shared that challenge and guide students towards success. Lessons include literary studies, critical thinking exercises, poetry snippets, dramatic dialogues, Sample mini-lessons, activities, and strategies will be provided. A must for all K-12 instructors!!!!!! (3 credits/45 hours) In-service credit only $250.00$280.00 |
| Course Description: This course is designed to equip all educators with the knowledge and skills of the ever-changing world of education and teaching. Skills such as classroom and time management, observations and walk-throughs, record keeping, professional development, clubs and volunteer time schedules, are just a few of the aspects that change from year to year. We as educators need to keep up with the changes, challenges and the new policies in our schools. Learning and keeping up with all these topics will teach us how to rise as educators and adapt ourselves as professionals. Participants will use the knowledge gained in this course to prove that they are yearly survivors of education and teaching. This course is a must for all educators levels K-12. ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service credit only Instructor: Kim Kittredge kkittredgeliips@gmail.com $250.00$280.00 |
 The use of curriculum-based projects in a classroom can motivate students to reach their highest potential. This course will explore student and class projects for all grade levels. The projects address character education, community service, and charitable causes. Through this course, K-12 educators will develop a better understanding of ways to incorporate curriculum-based projects into their classrooms. In addition, participants will learn about various educational grants available to teachers for funding projects. This course is suitable for all educators, K-12. ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) In-service credit only $250.00$280.00 |
 It is crucial for teachers to develop educational partnerships with colleagues to lead a successful 21st Century classroom. This course will take an in-depth look at collaboration strategies, interdisciplinary teaching, team teaching, parallel design, and curriculum integration. In addition, the course will look at ways in which educators can make connections with members of the school community and specific organizations (Examples: PTA, SEPTA, Civic Association, Historical Society, Etc.). Finally, the concept of having parents as educational partners will be examined through research and data of what works best on each grade level. This course is suitable for all educators, K-12. ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) In-service credit only $250.00$280.00 |
Instructor: Gayle Meinkes-Lumia – gaylelumia@yahoo.com In-Service Course – 3 Credits – 45 Hours Course Description: Creating a classroom in which collaboration and cooperation is at the forefront is no easy feat. This course will explore all differentiated strategies and enable participants to investigate and fine tune their students’ groupwork. Rigorous assignments will be addressed including critical thinking activities, best practices in one’s discipline, and positive affirmations. *A Must for K-12 Educators* $250.00$280.00 |
| Course Description: This course will explore techniques for effective classroom management. Educators will discuss a variety of strategies for building a well managed classroom atmosphere. A 1-credit course for educators of all subjects and grade levels K-12. ON-LINE (1 credits/15 hours) in-service credit only Instructor: Kim Kittredge kkittredgeliips@gmail.com **not eligible for any discounts $110.00-$250.00 |
| *New Course Summer 2025 Instructor: Gayle Meinkes-Lumia – gaylelumia@yahoo.com Course Credits – 3 credits/45 Hours Course Description: Having the means to successfully maintain a positive classroom environment teeming with intrinsic motivation, enthusiastic students, minimal disruptions, and impactful lessons can be achievable via this new course. Participants will be able to identify the modalities in which students learn most efficiently – differentiated instruction, cooperative learning, guided research. Participants will be equipped perfectly and learn to manage and create optimum learning environments. *A Must for K-12 Educators* $250.00$280.00 |
 PDLI9210 For in person or online or online. Kim Kittredge- kkittredgeliips@gmail.com – 3 credits – 45 hours of instruction time Course Description: In this course, participants will explore effective, research‑based strategies for building strong classroom management systems grounded in meaningful relationships, predictable routines, and student accountability. Educators will learn how to create a supportive and structured learning environment where students understand expectations, take ownership of their choices, and contribute to a positive classroom culture. This course will provide teachers with practical tools to establish clear routines, reinforce consistent procedures, and foster authentic connections with students that lead to increased engagement and improved behavior. By shifting from reactive management to proactive, relationship‑centered practices, educators will become effective facilitators who guide students toward responsible decision‑making and self‑regulation. Participants will engage with a variety of resources including articles, case studies, classroom videos, interviews with practitioners, sample management plans, and behavior‑support frameworks. They will evaluate these tools and determine which strategies best fit their classroom needs and teaching style. Throughout the course, educators will gain student‑centered approaches to behavior support, routines that enhance instructional time, differentiated strategies for managing diverse learner needs, and high‑impact methods to motivate students. In addition, teachers will explore current research on classroom culture, trauma‑informed practices, restorative conversations, and collaborative problem‑solving models that elevate student responsibility and strengthen classroom community. $600.00 |
Instructor: Gayle Meinkes-Lumia – gaylelumia@yahoo.com In-Service Course – 3 Credits – 45 Hours Course Description: Oftentimes as educators, we find ourselves searching for innovative modalities of learning for our students, ones that fully suit our learners’ needs, ones that promote comprehensive improvements and drive our students toward success. This course speaks to educators who desire these interventions, using practical approaches and ways to engage all types of individuals in our sphere. Evidence based methods that promote phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension in all subjects will be discussed as well as a myriad of tools that command student achievement, all of which have immediate classroom implementation. *A must for K-12 educators* $250.00$280.00 |
 Teachers typically spend anywhere from 35 – 50 percent of their instructional time asking questions. But are these questions effective in raising student achievement? In this course, participants will learn how to improve their questioning techniques utilizing current educational research informative practices. Types of questions will be discussed, wait time, engagement of students, essential questions, etc. Participants will be able to walk away with a multitude of inquiry based learning that will enhance their classroom environment. A must for all K-12 teachers. ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 |
 With the adoption of the new Common Core Standards, a greater emphasis is being placed on nonfiction and vocabulary instruction. This course will explore the philosophy behind vocabulary instruction as well effective practices. Participants will research dozens of strategies for building vocabulary aligned to meet various learning styles. In addition, this course will explore vocabulary resources including multimedia, interactive websites, educational vocabulary learning games and much more! Participants will have the opportunity to research and evaluate effective vocabulary lessons as well as create dynamic lessons for immediate classroom use. A must for all educators K-12! ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 |
 Overview: Teachers of other subjects sometimes wonder why certain students remain in ENL programs when they "speak English." However, passing the NYSESLAT involves more than just spoken English proficiency. The test assesses listening, reading, and writing skills, demanding a nuanced understanding of English in various contexts, including cultural nuances. Many students find meeting these criteria challenging, and the pressure of standardized testing often limits their ability to showcase their language skills fully. Beyond the NYSESLAT, ELL students often face reading and writing challenges stemming from their early education. They initially learned these skills in their native language or in systems different from those in the United States. This transition to a new language and educational structure creates gaps in their foundational literacy. Adapting to a new writing system, grammar, and vocabulary delays their English literacy development, even if their spoken English is proficient. These hurdles persist throughout their academic journey, affecting assessments like the NYSESLAT. Objective: This course will address how the literacy gap and lack of foundations ELLs face from a young age make it difficult for ELLs to catch up to perform on grade level throughout the rest of their school career, and essentially, pass the NYSELAT. We will explore different strategies to try and meet their literacy needs and support them to reach proficiency on the state exam. $250.00$280.00 |
Instructor: Gayle Meinkes-Lumia – gaylelumia@yahoo.com (3 Credits/45 Hours) – In-Service Credit Course Description: In order for true learning to occur, safety must be at the forefront. Ensuring an environment that is emotionally manageable for our learners requires a deep investigation of the ways in which students operate on many levels. This course will provide the opportunities for participants to instruct their students on the ways in which to understand and manage their emotions in order to be successful in every class. Participants will learn the seven strategies in which to manage emotions for their learners, including: identifying and reducing triggers, tuning into physical symptoms, relay your own personal story, engage in positive self-talk, make appropriate choices, look for positive emotions, seek out help whenever possible. In the end, our learners will be able to soar to new heights. **A must for K-12 educators in all disciplines!! $250.00$280.00 |
| Enhancing one’s students to be motivated and to learn is at the forefront of education today. Increasing students’ emotional well-being is tantamount to good teaching. This course will focus on the whole child and the components that make up the learning dynamic. Participants will learn how to utilize their most powerful teaching tool – their vernacular – to bring out the best in their learners. Teachers will be instructed on empathy skills and will be trained in classroom techniques involving empathy as: building positive relationships, strengthening community, fostering classroom connections, preparing for leaders in the classroom environment. Overall, participants will be creating a classroom culture of acceptance and gratitude. A must for all educators in the K-12 classroom!!!!! ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service credit only $250.00$280.00 |
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Do our students understand our lessons? All the time and effort and we put into them? There are so days when as educators we look out at our student's faces and are unable to truly gauge how much they understand. Then, we also have those classes in which participation; the mere raising of a hand, seems like a chore. We seem only have those same few students providing answers every day while the others remain silent. While it is nice to know that these students are learning, we also want to be sure we are reaching each student in our classroom. This course offers ideas on how to model your daily instruction with learning opportunities for all students to actively participate and share. Students will find themselves wanting to get up and get involved and respond. Educators will learn a variety of strategies that will not only activate engagement, but also improve student learning overall. These same strategies will also offer you many opportunities to assess what students really know, and adjust your lessons and daily plans accordingly. This course is for educators levels K-12 of all subjects. Instructor: Kim Kittredge kkittredgelips@gmail.com 3 Credits - In service Course (45 Hours)
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 Course Description: This course is designed to assist educators in getting their students to become engaged and motivated. We will discuss how to get your classroom interested and involved in the learning process. Students who may have become bored or tired of the same day by day learning styles can become engaged again with the right strategies. A variety of practical and simple strategies will be shared. A multitude of materials will be discussed and distributed on how to motivate and engage your students again. Educators will learn to implement creative techniques to get your students to motivate themselves both physically and mentally and get involved once again. Educational articles and research in this area will also be studied. This is a must for all teachers of all disciplines K-12. ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service credit only Instructor: Kim Kittredge kkittredgeliips@gmail.com $250.00$280.00 |
Course Description: Global competence is the skills, values, and behaviors that prepare young people to thrive in a more diverse, interconnected world. Embracing a mind-set that translates personal global competence into professional classroom practice is crucial for teachers today. This course will enable participants to engage learners globally via transformative lessons that are relevant to every aspect of the world today – politics, science, culture, cross-cultural communication. Teachers will become familiar with the characteristics of globally competent students, be able to transcend that knowledge into their classrooms via language instruction, best practices of the world, and sensitivity to a wide gamut of issues on a global scale. A must for K-12 educators!!!! (3 credits/45 hours) – In-Service Credit $250.00$280.00 |
| Course Description: This course will work with educators to help engage your students in learning. When students tune out, teachers need to be armed with the tools to keep their classes engaged and ready to learn. This course will share techniques and a plethora of strategies to keep your students ready to focus and learn. A must for all educators of all levels grades K-12. ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service credit only Instructor: Kim Kittredge kkittredgeliips@gmail.com $250.00$280.00 |
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