Online Professional Development for Illinois Educators

What does KDS offer for Illinois teacher professional development?

We offer courses that earn Certified Professional Development Units (CPDUs) that apply toward the 120-CPDU state license renewal requirement in both Special Education and General Education.
We also offer courses that can be earn Lane Credits toward salary advancement in Chicago.

What is the approval status of the courses?

KDS is a IL-Certified CPDU Provider #50911183215058
Courses are approved for Lane Credits towards salary advancement in Chicago.
Educators in districts outside of Chicago can seek prior approval to use courses for in-service credits or salary advancement.

What graduate course programs are available?

We partner with several universities to offer teacher education graduate credit courses and masters degrees. A complete listing of universities and programs available for Illinois educators is listed below.

Professional Development Programs