Training is encouraged for anyone who adopts the BEPA 2.0 program. Evaluation data have shown that training and follow-up support lead to increased frequency of implementation. Visit our Research and Publications page to learn more.
In-person BEPA 2.0 trainings can be constructed to meet your organizational needs.
In-person training costs vary – please contact our team if interested in getting your school trained. Note that if you are an Oregon elementary school that is eligible for SNAP-Ed programming, you may have an Extension BEPA 2.0 Trainer in your county who can provide training for your school or district at low or no-cost.
Participants of in-person trainings can receive a certificate of completion documenting professional development hours equal to the length of the training. The training also meets the following standards for continuing education for early childhood educators:
Want to learn strategies to promote inclusion and enable all students to participate in BEPA 2.0 activities? Watch the Modifications Webinar available on the Educator Resources page of our website.
The BEPA 2.0 Online Training is open to all! The training consists of a self-paced, asynchronous course designed to introduce you to the BEPA 2.0 program and provide you with the knowledge and confidence needed to implement the program. If you already deliver BEPA 2.0, this training can serve as a refresher, introducing you to new resources and activities. Participants will have 30 days to complete the training from the day they register. The course will take approximately 3 hours to complete.
Participants of the online training will receive a certificate of completion documenting 3 hours of professional development. The training also meets the following standards for continuing education for early childhood educators:
