Professional Development

Every year The John C. Stalker Institute of Food and Nutrition offers a variety of dynamic workshops, certificate programs, and continuing education opportunities designed to:

• Develop knowledge, skills and experience necessary to teach nutrition and health in the classroom
• Provide nutritious food in school cafeterias and child care feeding programs
• Support the school cafeteria as a learning laboratory
• Support the goals of school wellness policies

Workshops
The John C. Stalker Institute offers a variety of workshops in Culinary Training, Nutrition Education, Computer Training, and Management.

Certificate Programs
The John C. Stalker Institute offers three certificate programs designed to encourage, excite, and provide the tools to do your job better. This advanced training is available for teachers, school food service directors, and school food service managers.

Continuing Education Courses
Undergraduate and graduate credits are offered for college-level courses. Through the Division of Graduate and Continuing Education at Framingham State College participants earn:

• Professional Development Points
• School Nutrition Association (SNA) Credits
• Department of Education Child Care Food Program Learning Hours

Online Courses for School Staff
Earn graduate credit and Professional Development points (PDPs) from the comfort of your own home! These 4-week courses are designed to meet the needs of educators, school nurses, and other school personnel interested in improving student health and wellness.