9-Week Online Permaculture Teacher Training: Summer 2026

The Teacher Training is a 9-week online Permaculture Teacher Training course for PDC graduates, scheduled for Summer 2026 from June 3 to August 25. It covers teaching ethics, curriculum building, workshop planning, business skills, and PDC instruction, featuring weekly Zoom calls and practical resources. Designed for those ready to teach permaculture, it builds on prior PDC knowledge to develop confident educators. Modules include facilitation techniques, adult learning principles, inclusive teaching, and marketing permaculture services. Weekly interactions via Zoom provide live instruction, Q&A, and peer support, supplemented by self-study materials and assignments. This program addresses a key need in permaculture: scaling impact through qualified teachers. Participants create sample curricula, deliver mock sessions, and plan real workshops, gaining tools for diverse audiences from beginners to professionals. Business training covers pricing, client acquisition, and ethical practices, enabling sustainable careers. Resources include templates, slides, and access to Midwest Permaculture's network. The summer timing suits educators during breaks, with flexible pacing around live sessions. Completion yields advanced certification, enhancing credibility for leading PDCs globally. It upholds permaculture's ethos by emphasizing accessible, transformative education. Graduates contribute to community resilience by propagating designs for earth care and people care. The course's structure ensures practical readiness, with feedback refining skills. As demand for regenerative knowledge grows, this training positions participants at the forefront.