Professional Development for Every Stage of Learning
Professional development that empowers educators, professionals, and organizations with the skills, confidence, and real-world expertise to succeed.
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Educators trained
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Schools & districts
90%+
Exam pass rate
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Explore Our Professional Development Sessions
Take a sneak peek into our dynamic sessions! Whether you're a seasoned educator or just starting your teaching journey, discover how our sessions can empower you to elevate your skills, inspire your students, and make a lasting impact in the classroom.
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Browse the tools, certifications, and training topics we offer — or let us build a custom plan for your team.
Emerging Tech
AI in the Classroom
Bring AI into your classroom with confidence. Practical strategies, ethical use, and real classroom applications that help educators and students make the most of today's AI tools.
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Creative Tools
Adobe Creative Cloud
Build confidence with industry-leading creative tools. Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, Express, and more — hands-on professional development for educators.
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Everyday Productivity
Microsoft
Empower educators with the tools they use every day. Strengthen collaboration, productivity, and digital teaching practices with Microsoft technologies.
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Design & Engineering
Autodesk
Support tomorrow's designers, engineers, and makers. Prepare educators to teach industry-standard Autodesk tools across engineering, architecture, and manufacturing pathways.
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Credentialing
Certification Preparation
Help educators lead certification-ready classrooms. Prepare teachers to confidently support students through industry-recognized certification pathways.
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Future-Ready
Digital Skills
Keep your educators ahead of what's next. Emerging technologies, creative workflows, and practical digital skills that support modern teaching.
View coursesTeaching in the era of AI
AI in education doesn't have to feel risky
Train your educators to use AI tools responsibly and effectively — without overwhelming them or making them feel like they're doing it the wrong way. From uncertainty to confidence, we help your team understand what actually works — and why. Available in-person or virtually, built around your schedule.
AI is already in your classrooms — whether you're ready or not
Some educators are excited. Others are hesitant. Most are unsure what's safe, what's allowed, and what actually works. Where are your educators right now?
Unsure & Hesitant
Feels overwhelmed by AI. Worried about doing it wrong or harming students.
Curious but Cautious
Interested in AI but unsure where to start. Watching others and waiting for guidance.
Ready & Excited
Already using AI and loving it. Looking for structure, best practices, and deeper skills.
A safe, responsible approach to AI in education
We help educators engage with AI with clarity and confidence, fully in control of how and when they use it.
Understanding How AI Actually Works
- Demystifying what AI can and cannot do
- Identifying risks like inaccurate outputs, bias, and lack of context
- Protecting student data and avoiding unsafe practices
AI Makes Suggestions. You Make Decisions.
- Educators always retain control over content and context
- How to critically evaluate AI-generated suggestions
- Building the confidence to use tools with judgment
What your educators walk away with
- 1Confidence using AI tools in a safe, responsible way
- 2Clear understanding of risks, limitations, and best practices
- 3Practical strategies for using AI in everyday teaching tasks
- 4The ability to evaluate and refine AI-generated content
Real classroom use — not just theory
- Lesson planning and content creation
- Rubrics and assessment tools
- Parent communication and newsletters
- Differentiation and student support
Educators leave with tools they can use immediately — not ideas they'll never revisit.
What educators are saying
"This training completely changed how I think about using AI in my classroom. I went from nervous to genuinely excited — and my students noticed immediately."
— Middle School Teacher, Florida
"The facilitators really understand education. They didn't just show us tools — they helped us understand how to use them responsibly and with purpose."
— High School Teacher, Texas
"Finally, professional development that actually matters. Our entire department walked away with real strategies we could implement the very next day."
— Curriculum Director, California
Flexible professional development, built around you
We'll help you choose the right format for your team.
In-Person Training
On-site, hands-on workshops designed for high engagement and tailored to your school or district.
Virtual Training
Live, instructor-led sessions with flexible scheduling — ideal for remote teams and multi-campus districts.
Hybrid Options
A flexible blend of virtual and in-person training, with ongoing support to fit your timeline and goals.
Custom professional development: how it works
Getting started is simple: we handle the details so you can focus on your educators.
Tell us your goals
Whether you're building a certification pathway, introducing new technology, or strengthening existing programs, we'll start by understanding your educators' needs.
We design your PD
Together, we'll create a training plan that aligns with your goals, schedule, and the tools your educators use every day.
We train your educators
Our experienced instructors lead engaging, hands-on workshops that help educators build confidence and leave with practical skills they can apply right away.
Live training built for educators
Hands-on sessions led by real instructors. Build digital skills, explore today's creative and classroom technologies, prepare for certifications, and leave with practical ideas you can use in your classroom.
Why educators choose BrainBuffet
Learn by Doing
Learn through hands-on activities that give you the confidence to apply new skills in your classroom.
Ask Questions as You Learn
Interactive sessions give you the opportunity to ask questions, share ideas, and learn from experienced instructors.
Put It Into Practice
Walk away with lesson ideas, projects, and techniques you can use in your classroom the very next day.
Ready to join your next training?
Browse upcoming live trainings and reserve your spot today. No district contract required — educators receive a certificate of completion after each training.
Browse Live TrainingsWhat educators are saying
Thousands of educators have trained with BrainBuffet.
"Mrs. Petry and Mr. Gordon did an outstanding job! Best PD ever! Very user friendly."
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"This was a great learning opportunity. The presenters did a great job of adapting the presentation to answer our questions."
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"Would love to have more workshops and design challenges within the district. Love this!"
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"The teacher was so excellent. I learned so much. Not stressful at all. It was very fun."
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