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New School Nurse Orientation

$0.00Course ID: 274975Online

A free self-paced online introduction to the school nurse role, covering health office management, special healthcare needs, and preventive screening.

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CDA SA 9 Early Childhood Classroom Management

$35.00Course ID: 346726Online

Explore strategies for effective early childhood classroom management, guidance, routines, expectations, and supportive learning environments

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Recovery Friendly Workplace Designation

$0.00Course ID: 194755Online

This course is designed to take businesses, employers, human resource officers, and/or designated staff through the process of being a Recovery Friendly Workplace.

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Private Pesticide Applicator Category 22 Supplemental Training: Non-Soil Fumigation

$0.00Course ID: 344250Online

This course covers the minimum competency standards required by Missouri Department of Agriculture for private pesticide applicators to use and apply fumigants to stored feed products.

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CDA SA 3 Supporting Children’s Social - Emotional Development

$35.00Course ID: 346721Online

Gain insights into promoting children’s emotional well‑being through responsive interactions, behavior guidance, relationships, self‑regulation, and social skills.

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The purpose of this certificate course, Fundamentals of Cover Crops, is to better equip farmers, farm advisors, conservation professionals, and others interested in the fundamental concepts related to using cover crops. There is no other single agronomic tool that offers as many on-farm benefits as cover crops. These 11 training modules will provide knowledge on cover crop selection, management, economics, and related topics. 5.5 Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education credits are available.

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Strategies for Control of Estrous Cycles of Beef Heifers and Cows

Course ID: 999999Online

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This five-session course provides a comprehensive framework for understanding and applying estrus synchronization strategies in beef cattle. Designed for veterinarians, producers, and allied industry professionals, the course builds from physiological foundations to practical application of protocols in heifers, cows, and embryo transfer recipients.

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Enhanced Leadership Development Academy in Long-term Care 2025-2026

$1000.00Course ID: 412517Online

Online leadership academy for long-term care professionals to build confidence, strengthen teams and improve quality in care facilities.

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CDA SA 6: Maintaining a Commitment to Professionalism

$35.00Course ID: 344724Online

Support ethical practice, ongoing reflection, leadership, advocacy, collaboration, and continuous growth as a committed early childhood professional.

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CDA Prep Program

$350.00Course ID: cda-prep-programOnline

Prepare for the CDA Credential with a flexible, online program that builds essential early childhood education skills.

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Private Pesticide Applicator Category 23 Supplemental Training: Aerial Applicator

$0.00Course ID: 344252Online

This course meets Missouri Department of Agriculture's competency expectations to use and apply restricted use pesticides using aerial application equipment in agricultural production. This includes fixed wing, rotary, and unmanned (drone) aircraft.

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Leptospirosis

$0.00Course ID: 449416Online

Learn leptospirosis transmission, diagnosis, treatment and prevention in animals, with practical disease management strategies for veterinary care.

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Theileria orientalis in Missouri Cattle

$0.00Course ID: 380971Online

Learn about Theileria orientalis in Missouri cattle: disease signs, transmission routes, diagnostic methods, and herd management steps.

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CDA SA 2 Advancing Children’s Physical and Intellectual Development

$35.00Course ID: 346720Online

Explore strategies to support children’s physical growth, cognitive development, language, creativity, and exploration in developmentally appropriate ways.

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NFBA Certification Exam - Level 1

$665.00Course ID: 170839Online

This certification exam is a partnership between MU Extension and the National Frame Building Association (NFBA). This NFBA Level 1 Certification Exam tests the examinee's knowledge on post-frame building systems as presented in Basic Principles for Post-Frame Construction - Basic Self-Study Guide course offered as an online course within MU Extension. This level 1 exam covers topics from Chapters 1, 2, 3, 5 & 9 of the 'Basic Principles for Post-Frame Construction' textbook from NFBA.

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SAFETrack

$0.00Course ID: 414599Online

Learn rail safety basics, hazard awareness, and safe practices for working near tracks with this online training course.

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CDA SA 7 Observing and Recording Children’s Behavior

$35.00Course ID: 346724Online

Explore methods for documenting children’s behavior, using objective observation tools, analyzing patterns, and supporting informed guidance.

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Mobile Health Unit Community Education

$0.00Course ID: 211623Online

Welcome to the Mobile Health Unit Community Health Education Resource Module. These modules are designed to support you in your health and wellness journey. Information is organized by topic and should be easily accessible from a laptop or through the canvas mobile phone app.

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Leveraging Genetic and Genomic Tools in Vet Med

$0.00Course ID: 410852Online

Learn how to apply DNA testing, parentage analysis, EPDs and economic selection indexes in beef cattle veterinary practice.

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Healthy Weight Missouri: Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Training

$0.00Course ID: 318109Online

Free online training on evidence-based obesity care and behavioral strategies for healthcare professionals.

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Internal Parasite Management in the Cow Herd

$0.00Course ID: 381500Online

Explore internal parasite control in cow herds: life cycles, resistance risks, diagnostic strategies, pasture management, and targeted treatment plans.

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