Boston Children’s Hospital’s

Community Education Initiative

Welcome to Boston Children's Hospital

Community Education Initiative!

We're thrilled to be your go-to resource for professional development tailored for school nurses and other dedicated community providers. At Boston Children's Hospital Community Education Initiative (CEI), we understand the vital role you play in the well-being of school-aged children and their families. That's why we offer a comprehensive range of educational opportunities designed to support and enhance your invaluable work.

What We Offer

The Community Education Initiative provides flexible and engaging ways to expand your knowledge and skills, including:

Online Courses:

Dive into a variety of clinical, mental health, and wellness topics at your own pace.

School Professional Day Trainings:

Bring our expertise directly to your school for a customized learning experience.

Monthly Evening Lecture Series:

Stay current with the latest advancements through our engaging lectures held throughout the school year.

Annual Conferences:

Join us in August and November for in-depth discussions and networking opportunities with peers.

Resource Library:

Beyond our structured programs, we've curated a resource library filled with valuable tools and information. This library is designed to equip you with the support you need to address the diverse needs of students and families effectively.

You can find more information on each of these by clicking through the tabs above.

Our courses offer both nursing contact hours and Professional Development Points (PDPs), helping you meet your professional requirements.

Ready to get started?

Browse our online course library now to discover our current selection of pre-recorded lectures that you can register for and complete at your convenience. We're continuously expanding our offerings, so be sure to check back often for new and exciting courses.

Online Courses

Take a look at our available online courses that you can take in your own time and receive both contact hours and PDPs! For more information on our online programs, click here.

Professional Day Trainings

If you are looking for a training for a specific topic on your district's professional development day , we would love to work with you!

Evening Lecture Series & Conferences

We offer after school virtual evening lectures via zoom each month throughout the school year and two conferences each year. We also share professional development offerings through other departments at BCH. Click here to learn more about current offerings!

Resource Library

Resources included within this library are geared towards school nurses and families. Many of these resources were developed in partnership with numerous providers across the Boston Children's Hospital network. Other resources from outside sources that have been recommended by CEI speakers are included as well. Please check back in often as we will be continuously be expanding and updating resources! Resource Library

Questions? Contact Us

We are always available to answer any questions you may have or to discuss suggestions for educational offerings that can meet YOUR needs. We look forward to working with you! Contact Info

Testimonials

This was wonderful- really informative and truly useful to my day to day work.

-Anonymous

As a new school nurse, I appreciate the content addressed as it applies to the school setting appropriately to what I realistically have seen and anticipate seeing - Anonymous (Health Care Emergencies)

This was great! Knowledgeable and engaging speaker! - Anonymous (Orthopedic Assessment of Playground & Sports Related Injuries)

Boston Children's Hospital is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).

The Community Education Initiative is also an approved PDP (professional development point) provider through the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE).

All CEI trainings are developed with the support of Boston Children’s Hospital’s Patient Medical Services Department, ensuring the highest quality and relevance.