Engaging, hands-on education
Professional development
PLT Professional Development trainings are designed for classroom teachers, college students, natural resource professionals, andleaders in youth organizations who want to inspire the next generation
live trainings
Where: Colorado Springs (Packaging Express & CSU Extension Office)
When: November 14th, 2026 | 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Who:
- Educators & Youth Leaders: Middle, high school, and higher education faculty, counselors, career advisors, 4-H staff and volunteers, and youth organization professionals working with young adults.
- College Students: Emerging professionals interested in exploring green career pathways
What: An interactive professional development workshop and industry tour exploring green career pathways. Educators will gain ready-to-use curriculum, digital career tools, and practical strategies to immediately implement in career exploration instruction, while college students will gain direct industry perspectives and real-world career insight. All attendees will tour a local packaging facility, practice hands-on activities, and build local network connections across the green jobs sector.
Cost: $20 (fully refunded upon attendance; includes lunch and a physical copy of PLT’s Thinking Outside the Box activity collection)
Ready to inspire the next generation of environmental leaders and build your professional network? Seats are limited, so reserve your spot today to secure your place. For workshop questions, please reach out to Danielle Ardrey at danielle.ardrey@colostate.edu.
Environmental Health for All: Empowering Communities & Classrooms
Where: Fort Collins- Colorado State University
When: Thursday, December 3rd, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Who: College students, educators, natural resource professionals, and community members.
What: It’s no secret that the quality of air, water, and soil varies depending on where we live. But talking and teaching about these topics can feel overwhelming. This workshop introduces practical activities developed by educators and environmental professionals to help learners explore these issues, investigate local challenges and identify ways to take action. Join us for an interactive workshop on teaching environmental justice in ways that inform and empower learners.
Cost: FREE! (Normally valued at $50; includes PLT activity materials and light snacks, generously supported by Colorado Project Learning Tree & Minoritized Genders in Natural Resources)
Ready to empower the next generation of environmental leaders and connect with local community members? Seats are limited to 30 participants—reserve your spot today!
CUSTOMIZED tRAININGS
Looking to train a group of 10 or more? We can bring Project Learning Tree to you! We offer customized virtual and in-person trainings that vary in length and topic, from an introduction to PLT to more advanced, skill-building workshops.
self-paced tRAININGS
Forest Literacy: Understanding the Values of Trees, Forests, and Sustainability
A FREE online course for educators, forestry and conservation professionals, and sustainability leaders to help strengthen community connections to trees, deepen understanding around the value of forests, and increase audience engagement.
On-Demand PLT Workshops
Access our professional development anytime and anywhere through our engaging online workshops. These self-paced courses require a time commitment of 1 – 6 hours to complete. Each course is designed using best practices in online learning and teacher professional development, ensuring you receive a high-quality learning experience. The modules prepare you to confidently integrate PLT materials into your instruction. With only an internet connection, you can access your course whenever and wherever you are, giving you the ultimate flexibility to fit professional growth into your schedule.
eeCourses
With sessions available in Spring, Summer, and Fall, each of these asynchronous courses require 8–15 hours to complete. They include a variety of tasks and assignments that are thoughtfully designed to engage you in active learning experiences. Each course is moderated by field professionals who guide your learning, answer questions, and provide feedback.
Green Schools and You
This course provides educators and community leaders with the knowledge, process, and proven tips needed to understand, launch, and successfully lead a Green School program in their community.
Early Childhood Education
This course is designed to empower formal and non-formal educators with the knowledge, skills, and a practical integration plan to establish or enhance a high-quality, nature-focused early childhood environmental education program.
