New S T E M C T E Teacher Training

Required training by the Tennessee Department of Education for new CTE educators teaching STEM Programs of Study.

Foundational Knowledge

Resources

Support

What to Expect

  • 6 Hours of professional development credit
  • Asynchronous virtual course work through TN's TeachAll platform
  • Time Commitment:  6 - 8 hours average total to complete
  • Covers: 6 STEM Competencies

Enrollment

Enroll for the curreent training window through the link below. 

The open window for the training is July 1, 2025 - April 10, 2026.

Enroll here

CTE STEM Programs of Study

  • STEM Explorers - 6th grade
  • STEM Innovators - 7th grade
  • STEM Designers (Career Explorations) - 8th grade
  • Advanced STEM Applications (STEM I: Foundations)
  • BioSTEM (Level I: BioSTEM I)
  • Engineering and Technology (Level I: Principles of Engineering and Technology)

FAQ's

Do you have questions? We've got answers!

  • Who can register?

    This program is open to new 6-12 STEM CTE educators, brand new teachers, OR teachers tht are transferring into the CTE STEM programs of study. 

  • When does registration open and close?

    Registration stays open through the academic year, starting early July 2025 and closing in April 2026.

  • Do I have to be from a STEM/STE(A)M Designated School to participate?

    Participants do not have to be from a STEM/STE(A)M Designated School or have a STEM/STE(A)M program already in place to participate in the training.

  • Is there a cost to participate in the NEW STEM CTE Teacher Summer training?

    The New STEM CTE Teacher training is offered at no cost to TN educators.

  • Still have questions?

    We're here to support you!

    Contact Becky Ashe at ashe@battelle.org.