• Want to turn your reporting into a compelling non-fiction book? Breaking into Books, led by Poynter’s Kristen Hare and Columbia University’s Samuel G. Freedman, accepts applications until Friday, April 25. Walk Poynter’s halls, meet like-minded colleagues, learn from titans of the trade. Space is limited to maximize personal guidance, so submit your application today.
   
• Are you a leader who manages big responsibilities without direct reports? Poynter’s September Lead with Influence virtual program equips you with strategies to build productive relationships, market yourself and lead your leaders. The hard deadline to apply? July 31.
   
• Does a program often called “inspiring,” and “transformative,” pique your interest? Poynter’s Essential Skills for New Managers is back for a new round this December. Experience St. Petersburg’s warm winter on our waterfront campus, harness and cultivate your talents and strengths as part of a group of the industry’s rising leaders. Don’t miss your chance to apply by October 3.
  
  Not yet due, but on the horizon:  
   
  • Drawn to the idea of maximizing your coverage of vulnerable populations while minimizing harm to them and yourself? Our brand new Mental Health Reporting Project is here to provide the tools you need to produce more nuanced stories. And stay tuned for a special resource dropping shortly... 👀

Safeguarding your journalism against legal threats | An OnPoynt Webinar

Six-week newsletter course
$50

Kristen Hare, who teaches and covers local news for Poynter, has spent years preaching this popular reframe for work-life balance. In this course, she'll walk you through discovering your formula, building it for growth and using it to combat burnout. Enroll anytime.

Online, self-directed course
$125

Poynter faculty and AI expert Alex Mahadevan guides journalists through the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence in media. You'll explore AI's inner workings, practical applications and ethical considerations specifically for content creators. Mahadevan delves into everything from foundational concepts to cutting-edge tools, helping you develop strategies to ethically integrate AI into your workflow while avoiding potential pitfalls.

The TV News Toolbox for Teachers
Bring duPont, Peabody and national Emmy award-winners from local and network news into your classroom with this collection of 38 microlearning activities organized into eight lessons.
Cost: $̶7̶0̶ $29.95 Enroll anytime.

Immigration resources
Tip sheet and online self-directed course
Zita Arocha is a bilingual journalist, writer and educator who's offering her decades of expertise covering immigration to Poynter learners through her Immigration Matters tip sheets and Understanding U.S. Immigration from the Border to the Heartland, a free six-part, self-directed course.
Cost: Free.

Getting It Right: Accuracy and Verification in the Digital Age
Online, self-directed course
Get the knowledge and tools necessary to become more accurate in what you publish in print, over the airwaves or online. Learn more about how and why errors appear in your work, and gain a fundamental understanding of how to prevent them, along with the most up-to-the-minute tools for verifying information online.
Cost: $50. Enroll anytime.

Beat Academy: Immigration (2025) 
Online webinar
This comprehensive immigration webinar provides practical insights from experienced reporters and policy experts on covering immigration policy under the Trump administration with accuracy and depth. This training was originally broadcast on March 27. 
Cost: $15. Enroll now to watch the replay.

Our Introductory Certificate helps you achieve greater communication clarity and learn how to embrace accuracy and verification.
Cost: $150 or $99 for ACES members.