Online courses

NFBA Certification Exam - Level 2

$665.00Course ID: 228894Online

This certification exam is a partnership between MU Extension and the National Frame Building Association (NFBA). This NFBA Level 2 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 2 exam covers all chapters of the 'Basic Principles for Post-Frame Construction' textbook from NFBA.

Puberty Education for School Nurses

$0.00Course ID: 285537Online

Are you a busy school nurse who has been asked to teach puberty education to upper elementary students? This training has research based resources to help you quickly learn current puberty facts. Moreover, this training provides new and experienced school nurses with tips on teaching puberty education, creating a positive classroom climate, answering student questions and communicating with parents/caregivers.

CDA SA 10 Orientation to the Early Childhood Workplace

$35.00Course ID: 346727Online

Explore workplace expectations in early childhood settings, career paths, roles, teamwork, and preparation for employment in the field.

Intensive Behavioral Therapy (IBT) Certification Intro Series

$0.00Course ID: 374720Online

Virtual introductory series teaching foundational IBT skills for clinical providers assisting adults with obesity

CDA Foundations: Program and Portfolio Guide

$0.00Course ID: 392252Online

Guide to building your CDA professional portfolio with structured program steps, competency support, and practical resources for early childhood educators

Comprehensive School Nursing

$0.00Course ID: 234874Online

Strengthen your school-nursing expertise with a self-paced online course covering health assessments, chronic illness care, legal issues and leadership.

Treatment/Control of Digital Dermatitis in Beef Cattle

$0.00Course ID: 374752Online

Learn practical strategies for detecting, treating, and preventing digital dermatitis in beef cattle to improve herd health and productivity.

Enhanced Leadership Development Academy in Long-term Care 2024-2025

$1000.00Course ID: 342846Online

You might be able to enroll at no cost if you work for a skilled nursing facility in Missouri. Complete this survey to find out:

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PARTNERED RURAL HEALTH INTEGRATING COMMUNITY INTO PRACTICE

$0.00Course ID: 229004Online

We are excited to offer future rural physicians an online educational experience that brings contexts forward that are not always visible to the eye. Community Health Engagement and Outreach developed and designed 5 educational modules by leveraging expertise across various disciplines accessible across the University of Missouri campus and within MU Extension on topics including Health Inequities, Food Security, Elder Mistreatment, Intimate Partner Violence and Relationships as a Health Issue.

CDA SA 4 Building Productive Relationships with Families

$35.00Course ID: 346722Online

Discover strategies to engage families as partners: communicate effectively, invite participation, build trust and support children’s growth.

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.

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

EMT Entrance Exam

$50.00Course ID: 276496Online

Complete the EMS Education Application First before taking this exam. This EMT entrance exam will test your abilities in 4 areas. Testing areas include math, medical terminology, anatomy/physiology, and reading with a writing sample. You must achieve a passing grade. Upon successful completion of the exam, you will need to complete the pre-requisite module.

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.

Bovine Pinkeye

Course ID: 381329Online

Understand how to detect, treat, and prevent pinkeye in cattle, with strategies for early diagnosis and herd-wide management.

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.

Strategies for Control of Estrous Cycles of Beef Heifers and Cows

Course ID: 999999Online

Program Overview:

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.

Fundamentals of Cover Crops

$25.00Course ID: 285120Online

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.

Healthy Homes Essentials

$75.00Course ID: 127560Online

The purpose of the course is to help you understand the connection between health and housing and how to take a holistic approach to identify and resolve problems which threaten the health and well-being of residents. It identifies root causes of health problems in a home and links them to eight principles of healthy housing: keep it dry, keep it clean, keep it pest-free, keep it ventilated, keep it safe, keep it contaminant-free, keep it maintained, and keep it thermally controlled.

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.

Paramedic Entrance Exam

$50.00Course ID: 276493Online

Complete the EMS Education Application FIRST. This Paramedic entrance exam will test your abilities in multiple areas, including math, medical terminology, anatomy/physiology, EMS, and reading comprehension with writing sample. You must achieve a passing grade. Upon completion of the exam, you will need to complete the pre-requisite module by providing appropriate pre-requisite information and upload the supporting documents.

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.

Private Pesticide Applicator Category 20 Required Core Training

$75.00Course ID: 170424Online

The private pesticide applicator license issued by the Missouri Department of Agriculture (MDA) is required for producers wanting to purchase and apply restricted-use pesticides. Application by unlicensed workers under the supervision of licensed applicators will no longer be allowed beginning in 2025. Agricultural producers needing to obtain or renew certification of this license must take this pesticide safety training every five years. You must be directly involved in the production of agricultural commodities to obtain this license.

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.

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.