Press release

from UNC Asheville News Services

Effective Teacher Training, a series of classes recommended for those interested in substitute teaching, will be offered on four consecutive Saturdays beginning October 20, by the Asheville Graduate Center at UNC Asheville.

Effective Teacher Training is required for those substituting in the Buncombe County and Asheville City Schools. This course also qualifies for three continuing education credits for already certified teachers.

The four-session course will cover behavior management, developing teaching packets with suitable materials, age appropriate instruction strategies, effective strategies for students with learning disabilities, emergency procedures, legal issues and more.

Sessions will be held from 9 a.m.-4:15 p.m. Saturdays, October 20-November 20, at UNC Asheville. Cost is $95, plus textbook, for all four sessions. Participants completing the four sessions will receive a certificate of completion and will be eligible for three continuing education units.

For more information or to register, visit agc.unca.edu or call 828/251-6099.