KSDE recommends that KIDS staff become certified in the Data Quality Certification Program Track for Data Coordinators. KIDS staff that have approximately one year of experience are encouraged to take this advanced training program. This free program is dedicated to building a culture of quality data in Kansas and tracks for administrators, data entry staff, and program staff in assessments and accountability are also available.

DQC Administrator, Data Coordinator and Blended Training:
Training available upon request. Please guarantee a minimum of five attendees for KSDE travel justification. A training style room with projection equipment or smart board is appreciated.
DQC Assessments & Accountability:
Training available upon request. Please guarantee a minimum of five attendees for KSDE travel justification. A training style room with projection equipment or smart board is appreciated.
DQC Re-certification
Re-certification is available only in self-paced format. Completion requirement are:
- Complete the Planned Changes 2020-2021 course (available as webinar or self paced; webinars have concluded, only self paced is available at this time).
- Complete the self-paced module with a final score of 90%.
- Complete the course evaluation.
All tracks will be provided in the same course. Recertification course can be found on the KSDE Training Portal.