ACA's Professional Development Center
Learn from the experts! The ACA Professional Development Center allows you and your staff to participate in live expert-led webinars, online courses, staff certificates, special packages, andrecorded webinars from our catalog of exceptional offerings that are all launched through ACA's Learning Center. ACA's professional development offerings and services provide self-directed and learning experiences designed for youth development professionals working in camps, afterschool programs, parks and recreation programs, and other summer learning and out-of-school time settings.
Online Courses and Webinars
- Catalog of Courses and Recorded Webinars
- Upcoming Live Webinars
- Explore the Learning Center (login required)
Customize Your Staff Training
Staff Training — Certificates of Added Qualification (CAQs)
- Entry-Level Program Staff (15 CECs)
- Experienced Program Staff (15 CECS)
- Middle Managers (15 CECs)
- Camp Director (20 CECs)
- Day Camp Director (20 CECs)
Special Course Packages
- Camp Is a Business! Featuring Our Best Business Operations Course Package
- Camp Staff Member Package 2.0
- Camp Middle Manager Package 2.0
- Camp Director Package 2.0
- Communications Marketing and Social Media Package
- Diversity Equity and Inclusion Package
- Fundraising Package
Continuing Education Credits (CECs)
ACA awards Continuing Education Credits (CECs) for educational experiences that meet the required criteria.
Digital Badges
Online Courses and Webinars from ACA Business Affiliates
Link to the ACA Buyers Guide to view online courses and webinars available through ACA Business Affiliates. Choose "Education - Online" from the category list. These educational programs are not endorsed by ACA.