Online Professional Development for New York Educators

What does KDS offer for New York teacher professional development?

We offer courses that can earn Professional Development Hours that apply toward the 175-hour state license renewal requirement.
For New York City teachers, KDS offers course where they may earn ASPDP-approved "P" In-Service Credits towards salary advancement.

What is the approval status of the courses?

• For New York City teachers, KDS courses are ASPDAP-approved to earn "P" In-Service Credits towards salary advancement (, BA+30,MA+30,+60)
• Other districts have KDS courses approved for in-service credit or salary advancement. See list below.
• For all other districts, you must ask your district for prior approval to use courses for state license renewal requirements, in-service credits or salary advancement.