In this course participants learn to design and implement intentionally designed programming tailored to Out-of-School Time (OST) programs. The course covers developmental principles, lesson planning, outcome setting, and the role of the environment in learning.
Format: Hybrid, non-credit training with virtual instructor-led, interactive sessions (7.5 hours) and self-paced independent work (7.5 hours)
Length: 15 hours
Registry: Tier 3 approved training; Part of the school-age program leader (lead) Alternative Pathway
YoungStar: Aligns with YoungStar Learning Environments and Curriculum Element
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Summer 2025 Intensive Session:
Live sessions daily, August 18-22, 2025.
Registration closes August 11, 2025.
Course opens for online work August 13, 2025.
Time of Course:
10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. CST
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Fall 2025 Session:
Live Sessions Mondays and Thursdays, October 9, 13, 16, 20, & 23, 2025.
Registration closes October 1, 2025.
Course opens for online work October 3, 2025.
Time of Live Course Sessions:
10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. CST
OR
6:30-8:00 p.m. CST
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Winter 2026 Session:
Live Sessions Mondays and Thursdays, February 5, 9, 12, 16, & 19, 2026.
Registration closes January 28, 2026.
Course opens for online work January 30, 2026.
Time of Live Course Sessions:
10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. CST
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Spring 2026 Session:
Live Sessions Mondays and Thursdays, April 9, 13, 16, 20, & 23, 2026.
Registration closes April 1, 2026.
Course opens for online work April 3, 2026.
Time of Live Course Sessions:
10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. CST
OR
6:30-8:00 p.m. CST
Registration fee: $25 – $15 with FREE membership to Wisconsin Out of School Time Alliance
