Online Professional Development
Self-Care: Healthy Strategies for Sustaining Excellence
Self-Care: Healthy Strategies for Sustaining Excellence
1 Graduate Level Credit
Course Description
This course provides educators with strategies on how to take care of oneself to be their best selves for their students. These self care strategies for teachers are also designed to help avoid teacher burnout. Course-designed strategies help educators take care of themselves in multiple aspects of their lives. Aspects include healthier habits for bringing work home, relationship maintenance, and more. The goal of this coursework is to equip educators with the means to identify and prioritize self care. By forcing teachers to make time for themselves, educators become better equipped to serve their classrooms. With small changes to self care practices, everyone succeeds. Students get the support they need. And teachers can feel good about themselves and their profession while finding comfort inside and outside of the school day. This course helps teachers stay invigorated about teaching. It also helps them continue to deepen their love for teaching through myriad benefits. This includes positive connections, better work-life balance, and more. Practicing self care is important. When teachers engage in a healthy relationship with their profession, students can thrive. This course is designed as an active guide. With it, teachers can prioritize their mental and physical health inside and outside the classroom. This is an online course. Upon registration, your course materials will be emailed to you. Registration Open Year-Round
Starting at
$69
Credits
1 Graduate Credit
*Pricing may not include University Fees. Select an option below to see full cost breakdown.
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Course Numbers
- Adams State: ED 589
- UMass Global: EDDU 9774
- Valley City State University: Click HERE for a list of course numbers
Course Learning Objectives
This educator-centric course covers the importance of self care for teachers as it relates to mental health. By following coursework practicums, students will be able to:
- Learn self care strategies for teachers. These strategies will focus on how to take better care of themselves. This includes how to more efficiently work from home to stay energized and excited about teaching.
- Take better care of themselves in multiple aspects of their lives. This includes health, love, competence, gratitude and taking work home. These self care guidelines can help prevent burnout. They will also enable better student outcomes.
- Complete the “Self-Care Challenge” to enforce allocating time for themselves and their overall well-being.
- Develop skills to reflect on & improve their own teaching practices.
Relevancy to Practice: This course provides self care strategies for teachers. It equips educators with the following relevant information to help improve their practice:
- Strategies for improving your self-care in and out of the classroom.
- Making self-care a habit to improve your well-being, avoid teacher burnout, and be your best self for your students. This includes setting aside specific time for mindfulness and self care for educators.
- Understanding the importance of self-care for teachers in your daily life inside and outside the classroom for you and your students. The goal of this practice is prioritizing long-term self-care habits over quick fixes.
- Focusing on self-care routines to reignite a love of teaching and positively impact students in the classroom.
- Applying different areas of self-care tips into your daily life in and out of the classroom.
- Devising healthier habits when bringing home work.
- Actively and mindfully avoiding teacher burnout.
- Analyzing and reflecting on the “Self-Care Challenge.” Doing so allows for the appropriate life changes, establishing healthy habits and improving happiness.
- Implementing various care activities daily. This includes aspects of health, love, competence and gratitude within your daily life to improve your overall well-being.
By helping teachers better understand the importance of making time for themselves, burnout can be avoided. Creating this space can reduce stress levels and remind teachers why they started this career path in the first place. This course is specifically designed to help teachers stay invigorated and continue their love of teaching.
Course Format
100% Online
This is a fully online, self-paced course. All course materials will be emailed to you within 24 hours of registration — no in-person attendance required. There are no set class times or live sessions.
6 Months to Complete
You have up to 6 months from your registration date to complete and submit your coursework. Work at your own pace, on your own schedule.
Self-Paced Learning
No set class times or deadlines within the 6-month window. Complete assignments when it works best for your schedule.
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Course Syllabus
Self-Care: Healthy Strategies for Sustaining Excellence
⚠ University Fee Paid Separately
Adams State University
University fee of $60 per credit is paid directly to Adams State after registration. CFT will send you instructions.
University of Massachusetts Global
University fee of $70 per credit is paid directly to UMass Global after registration. CFT will send you instructions.
✓ University Fee Included
Valley City State University
University fee is bundled into the CFT registration price — no separate payment needed.
Continuing Education
No university credit — no university fee. PD hours only.
University fees are subject to change. CFT is not responsible for university fee changes after registration.
Policies
No-Risk Guarantee
You can cancel a course registration within 30 days and receive a 100% refund, no questions asked. Have questions? Contact us today — we are here to help.
Refunds Policy
Students are able to request a full refund of any Credits for Teachers courses within 30 days of registration. In order to do so, please fill out the “Contact Us” form including your full name, the course you registered for and we will complete the refund.
NOTE: Each university partner has their own refund policy that may differ from Credits for Teachers.
Exchange Policy
Students are able to exchange one course for another within 30 days of registration as long as the course price is the same and the student does not change the University Partner. To exchange a course, please fill out the “Contact Us” form including your full name, course you have registered for and the course you would like to switch to.
Transfer Policy
Students that would like to transfer their course from one university partner to another have the opportunity to do so within the first 30 days of registering for a course. To transfer your course, please fill out the “Contact Us” form including your full name, the course you are currently registered for and the new University Partner you’d like to switch to.
Pricing & Registration
Cost Breakdown Per University
Prices vary by university partner. Select the option that works best for your district and career goals.
Have Questions? Contact UsAdams State University
University Fee Paid Separately
$129
Register
CFT Registration Fee — Due at Registration$69
Adams State University Fee ($60/credit × 1) — Payable to Adams State$60
Total$129
University of Massachusetts Global
University Fee Paid Separately
$139
Register
CFT Registration Fee — Due at Registration$69
UMass Global University Fee ($70/credit × 1) — Payable to UMass Global$70
Total$139
Valley City State University
University Fee Included in Course Fee
$119
Register
CFT Registration + VCSU University Fee — All Paid at Registration$119
Total$119
Continuing Education
No university credit
$69
Register
CFT Registration Fee$69
University FeeN/A
Total$69
Course Extension
For students who already purchased and need an additional 6 months to complete.
$69
Extend
Course Extension Fee$69
University FeeN/A
Total$69
Testimonials
What Teachers Are Saying
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Sarah M.
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“The course was incredibly practical and immediately applicable to my classroom. The content was well-organized and the instructor feedback was timely and helpful.”
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James T.
1 month ago
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“I’ve taken several CFT courses and they never disappoint. The self-paced format works perfectly with my busy teaching schedule. Highly recommend!”
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Maria L.
3 weeks ago
★★★★★
“Affordable, flexible, and genuinely useful. I was able to earn graduate credit while implementing new strategies in my classroom at the same time.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
What specific types of self-care strategies will be covered in this course? ›
This course will explore a variety of self-care strategies tailored for educators, focusing on practical techniques to manage stress, enhance well-being, and prevent burnout. We will cover mental, emotional, and physical self-care practices applicable to a teacher's demanding schedule.
How will this course help me avoid teacher burnout in my daily professional life? ›
The course is specifically designed to equip teachers with actionable strategies that can be integrated into their daily routines to mitigate the effects of stress and prevent burnout. You will learn to identify early signs of burnout and implement proactive measures to sustain your energy and passion for teaching.
Are the self-care strategies taught in this course adaptable to different teaching environments or grade levels? ›
Yes, the self-care strategies presented in this course are broadly applicable and can be adapted to suit various teaching environments, from elementary to high school, and different classroom dynamics. The focus is on foundational principles that empower educators across all K-12 settings.
Will my district accept these graduate credits? ›
Most school districts accept graduate credits from regionally accredited universities for salary advancement and license renewal. We recommend checking with your HR department or district office to confirm. You can also visit our District Credit Approval page for more information and tips on getting approval.
How long do I have to complete the course? ›
You have up to 6 months to complete the course after registration, allowing you to work at your own pace within that timeframe.
How is the course delivered and when do I receive the materials? ›
The course is fully online, and all materials are emailed to you immediately after registration so you can start right away. There are no set class times — you complete everything on your own schedule.
What are the university fees and how are they paid? ›
University fees vary by partner institution and are paid separately directly to the university after you register with CFT. Visit our University Partners page for a full breakdown of fees for Adams State University, UMass Global, and Valley City State University.
What is the refund policy? ›
We offer a 30-day, 100% refund with no questions asked, as long as you haven't submitted any coursework.
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