Professional Development
Programs is best when it is embedded in the work of teachers in a school or district. French River has a cadre of highly trained and updated instructors who can bring you the latest professional learning topics right to your district or school.
If you want more information on how to offer graduate courses to support your school improvement work, please contact Ricci Hall, Director at: 508-987-0219 Ext. 101 or email to: rhall@frec.org.
Course Receits, PDP Certificates, and (unoffical) Transcripts are available online in your account at: frec.gosignmeup.com
Grades are now accessible online for both Worcester and Framingham State Universities.
Grade reports are no longer sent automatically to you. You must access grades online from the Worcester State or Framingham State Univertiies websites.
Tuition:
1 credit course (22.5 PDPs): member district staff—$425, non-member district staff—$450;
2 credit course (45 PDPs) member district staff—$650, non-member district staff—$775;
3 credit course (67.5 PDPs) member district staff—$900, non-member district staff—$1,000.
(Note: Tuition for 3 Credit out-of-district-courses is $1,000 for member and non-member district staff).
Payment:
French River accepts Credit Card or checks for tuition payment.
Text/Material Fees: All materials fees are payable to the instructor at the first class. Textbooks should be purchased by the first class session.
Additional Information:
Contact Ricci Hall, Director at: 508-987-0219 Ext. 101 or email to: rhall@frec.org.
Graduate Courses
All courses are three credits unless otherwise stated. 3 college credits equal 67.5 PDPs. The Center, in partnership with the offices of Continuing Education at Framingham and Worcester State Universities, offers elective coursesdesigned for students with baccalaureate degrees and appropriate teaching credentials. These courses are graduate level,developed primarily for professional advancement. They are not part of any degree program. Seek approval of appropriate district or college officials before enrolling in these courses to satisfy any degree, state credential, or local school district requirement.
Withdrawal Policy:
Full refund prior to first class; 80% after first class; no refund thereafter. This policy is consistent with Worcester and Framingham State universities. Withdrawals must be in writing, mailed, emailed or faxed to French River.
Attendance:
100% attendance is expected. Participants cannot receive a grade of A if absent for 6 hours. Participants must consult with instructors to make up for any loss of time in class.
Note:
Courses will be cancelled due to low enrollment one week prior to the course start date. Therefore, please do not wait to register after the deadline.
Full Teacher Courses
SEI Endorsement ’for-cost’ Academic Teacher Course
(Summer SEI courses are not allowed by DESE)
Schedule for Spring 2026
The following are online, synchronous Zoom Classes - you must have the required technology to participate in all sessions (including computer audio and video).
Also, you must be able to attend via Zoom all sessions at their prescribed dates and times.
No classes over school breaks
Tuesdays
March 3, 2026 through June16,2026 - 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm - Online Synchronous Zoom Class - with Dr. Nicholas Bettencourt
Wednesdays
March 4, 2026 through June 17, 2026 - 4:30 pm until 7:30 pm - Online Synchronous Zoom Class - with Maria Colon
Saturdays
February 28. 2026 through June 27, 2026 - 9:00 am until 12:00 pm - Online Synchronous Zoom Class - with Dr Nicholas Bettencourt
(Summer SEI courses are not allowed by DESE)
Fall 2026 SEI Pre-Registration Interest Survey
Hosting a class in your school or district can make it extremely convenient for your educators.
Are you interested in hosting an SEI course? French River offers SEI Endorsement courses including:
Academic Teacher course (Full) (45 hours)
ADMIN course (15 hours)
Career, Vocational, Technical Educators (CVTE) course (45 hours)
Please Ricci Hall - 508-987-0219 Ext 101 or rhall@frec.org to request more information on hosting an SEI course in your own school or district.
Get In Touch
If you're interested in working with us, complete the form with a few details about your interest. We'll review your request and get back to you.