2026 Computer Science Professional Development Week (CSPD Week) - EDC-X783Z

Course Description

Credit Validation for Sacramento County Office of Education Participants Only

The Summer of CS is a research-backed professional learning program designed for teachers and paraprofessionals working in California public schools. This summer, multi-day workshops will be offered to support educators across California in delivering equity-minded computer science (CS) instruction. Participants will receive tools and access to a network of support aimed at fostering the next generation of critical thinkers and problem solvers in an increasingly digitized world.

CSPD Week is a statewide summer offering specifically for K–12 educators. A 27-hour time commitment is required to ensure full and active participation in this professional learning opportunity. Participants will receive access to:

• High-quality, no-cost professional learning facilitated by subject matter experts
• Teacher-ready resources aligned with the California K–12 CS Standards
• A community of educators passionate about teaching CS content
• A daily stipend to support full and active participation

Learner Outcomes

• Implement CS instruction using the curriculum and pedagogical strategies provided through the CSPD Week workshop during the 2026/2027 school year
• Prioritize the aforementioned instructional hours for a diverse group of students, including—but not limited to—students historically underrepresented in the field of CS

Course Details

Number of Units: 2.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours. 

Who Should Attend: This course provides continuing education for Sacramento County Office of Education Participants.

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University of San Diego – Graduate-Level Extension Credit Information

The University of San Diego partners with this program to offer graduate-level extension credit(s) in semester hours through the Credit Validation Program. To earn units, participants must register for and successfully complete coursework through the external program provider.

Credits earned through USD’s Credit Validation Program are widely accepted by many school districts and universities across the United States for purposes such as license renewal, required professional development hours, short-term skill building, salary advancement, credentialing, and potential advanced degree pathways.

These units do not apply toward a master’s or higher degree program at the University of San Diego; however, they may be transferable to advanced degree programs (e.g., MA, EdD, PhD) at other institutions that accept external graduate-level credits.

Participants are responsible for confirming acceptance, transcript requirements, deadlines, and applicability of units with their employing district or intended institution prior to enrollment.

Directions to Enroll for Credit 

Step 1: Register with the Partner Organization
Complete your registration directly with the partner organization. Follow their instructions to begin the course and pay any required enrollment fees.

• Homepage: Sacramento County Office of Education
• Enroll: Computer Science Professional Development Week (CSPDWeek) 2026
• Contact: Jonathan Rhodea, CS Curriculum Specialist, Sacramento County Office of Education, jrhodea@scoe.net

Please Note: USD does not provide course materials, manage instruction, or assign grades. All coursework is evaluated by the program’s instructor or coordinator.

Step 2: Register for University Credit
After confirming your registration with the partner organization, return to USD’s website.

• Locate the same course on our listings page
• Click Add to Cart
• Click Check Out
• You will be prompted to either log into your USD Student Account or create one, and then pay for your units

If this course displays Request Information, it means the course is either not yet open for enrollment (please check the enrollment dates) or enrollment has already closed. If enrollment has closed, you may still contact the organization directly to see if they will accept a late enrollment or if the course will be offered again in the future.

Step 3: Complete the Course
Participate fully in the course through the partner organization and complete all required assignments, activities, and assessments.

Step 4: Submit your Certificate of Completion
After completing this course, you are required to submit your certificate of completion, which will be provided by your program. Please be sure to purchase your credits first, then email your certificate to pce-cv@sandiego.edu, including the course number in your message.

Step 5: Receive Your Transcript
Once your grade has been processed, USD will issue an official transcript reflecting your earned credit. Transcripts are mailed to the address listed in your USD student account. 

Transcript Process: Final grades submitted by the program provider will initiate the transcript process. Grades should be submitted within 7 days of the official course end date or the course enrollment deadline—whichever comes last. Participants are responsible for ensuring their mailing address is accurate and up to date in their USD student account to avoid delays in transcript delivery.

Transcript Delivery Timeline:

• U.S. addresses: 2–3 weeks
• International addresses: 3–4 weeks

For detailed information regarding the University of San Diego Credit Validation Program, please consult our Participant Guide.