Facilitation of research-based, high-quality professional development for educators is a primary goal of CESA 5 departments.  

Professional development strands organize trainings, classes, meetings, and CESA 5 services into eleven categories:

• Curriculum Development
  
• Data Analysis and Assessment
  
• Diverse Learners
  
• Early Childhood
  
• Educator Licensure
  
• Instructional Strategies
  
• Instructional Technology & Information Resources
  
• Professional Learning Communities
  
• Safe Schools
  
• School Reform Initiatives
  
• Standards-based Instruction