Professional
Development
EPI’s professional development courses are designed to provide educators with rich hands-on research and conservation experiences in unique environments. Through immersion in nature, connection to local scientists, and collaboration with other educators, participants can expect to walk away with fresh inspiration for engaging their students in environmental concepts.
Participants can earn graduate level credit from the University of Montana, and there is a small pool of financial aid funds available through the application here.
Trainings aligned with the NGSS
Belize
Tuition
$2,995
Dates
June 27 - July 4, 2026
Duration
8 Days
PD Hours
40 Hours
Belize Educator Course
Belize presents an incredible opportunity to study fragile ecosystems and astonishing phenomena in a country at the crossroads of environmental change and preservation. Conduct research in the Maya Mountains and explore the phenomena of the Belize Barrier Reef as you create new, original lessons focused on student inquiry.
Galapagos Islands
Tuition
$4,495
Dates
July 17-26, 2026
Duration
10 Days
PD Hours
48 Hours
Galapagos Educator Course
Home to an abundance of uniquely adapted species, The Galapagos Islands are an ideal natural laboratory to inspire new teaching methods. With our exclusive partnership with the Ecuadorian nonprofit ECOS, you'll work with some of the world's most incredible wildlife, including the Galapagos giant tortoise.
Yellowstone
Tuition
$2,295
Dates
Jan 31 - Feb 6, 2026
Duration
7 Days
PD Hours
40 Hours
Yellowstone Winter Educator Course
With rugged mountain vistas, steaming thermal features, and iconic species like bison and wolves, Yellowstone National park is truly an ecological wonder. Collect data on park ungulates and discover phenomena that you can use as an anchor for developing compelling storylines aligned with the NGSS.
Costa Rica
Tuition
$2,095
Dates
Multiple Dates
Duration
7 Days
PD Hours
40 Hours
Costa Rica Educator Course
Join us at the program site that started it all! Embark on an unforgettable journey to EPI's Pacuare Reserve field station, located along Costa Rica's lush and biodiverse Caribbean coast. Immerse yourself in tropical ecology, champion sea turtle conservation, and hone your pedagogical prowess with cutting-edge teaching methods.
Yellowstone
Tuition
$2,045
Dates
July 12 - 19, 2026
Duration
8 Days
PD Hours
40 Hours
Yellowstone Educator Course
With rugged mountain vistas, steaming thermal features, and iconic species like bison and wolves, Yellowstone National park is truly an ecological wonder. Collect data on park ungulates and discover phenomena that you can use as an anchor for developing compelling storylines aligned with the NGSS.
EPI Teacher Fellowships
Teacher Workshops
EPI Teacher Fellowships
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EPI Teacher Fellowships
Learn Outside the Classroom
The Teacher Fellowship is EPI's flagship professional development program. Offered at multiple field sites during the spring and summer, the program provides training in progressive field-based science education, grants unique opportunities to work with wildlife, and connects participants to a growing network of educators. The application period opens July 1st and closes September 1st, annually.
Seeking
Phenomena
If you're looking for phenomena to help spark student interest in science - the Galapagos Islands are full of examples.
From the obvious characters like tortoises and finches to the minute players like seeds and microplastics- let Ecology Project International help you and your students develop the skills and vocabulary needed to reach an understanding of some of the world's biggest questions.
