Teach me, and I remember
Involve me, and I Learn"
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San Antonio Living History
CPE Courses
SALHA offers professional development (CPE) courses designed for educators interested in incorporating living history and experiential learning into their classrooms. These courses provide guidance, resources, and hands-on activities to help teachers bring Texas history to life for their students.
CPE: Tejano Contributions to the Texas Revolution
This 8-hour CPE course provides educators with a dynamic, hands-on exploration of Tejano contributions to the Texas Revolution, emphasizing the significance of San Antonio during the conflict. The course integrates living history elements with a focus on material culture—artifacts, clothing, tools, and weapons—used by Tejanos and other figures involved in the Revolution. Learn more & full course details.
Certified Living History Educator (CLHE) Course
Bringing History to Life – In Classrooms and Communities
Class Dates: Each Fall 2025 class time will run 8:30-10:30 on the following dates: 9/6, 9/20, 10/11, 10/25, 11/01, 11/15, and 12/20. This way teachers will have their documentation for their Spring Evaluations.
Course Fee: The initial CLHE Course fee will be $75 for 6 hours of CPE course credit.
Registration: CLHE Course Registration Form
Course Payment:
PayPal Payment Link: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/9W8FFT24NNH78
View full CLHE course description
Future CPE Courses & Associated Programs
Additional SALHA CPE courses on Living History Interpretation are also planned. Please check back for updates on future offerings.
- Historical clothing & sewing Workshop
- Living history interpretation in classrooms and at historical sites
- History Trunks for classroom curriculum and field trips
More information about upcoming CPE courses, schedules, and registration will be available soon. For inquiries, please contact us.
CPE Course Registration: SALHA 2025 CPE Course Registration Form
Course Payment Options:
Teacher Course Registration ($150.00):
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Early Registration ($125.00):
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Certified Living History Educator (CLHE) Program
Bringing History to Life – In Classrooms and Communities
The Certified Living History Educator (CLHE) program, offered by the San Antonio Living History Association (SALHA), is a professional development and credentialing program designed for educators, museum interpreters, reenactors, and community historians who want to transform the way history is taught and experienced.
Through immersive training, participants learn how to deliver historically accurate, TEKS-aligned, and culturally inclusive presentations that engage audiences of all ages. The CLHE program blends research-based instructional strategies with the art of historical interpretation, ensuring participants leave with the skills, confidence, and resources to make the past meaningful and relevant.
Who Should Enroll
- K–12 teachers seeking 6 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) hours
- Museum educators and docents
- Living history reenactors and historical interpreters
- College students pursuing careers in education, history, or public humanities
What You'll Learn
The CLHE course consists of six instructional modules:
- Foundations of Living History Interpretation – The philosophy, purpose, and impact of immersive history.
- Understanding TEKS & Curriculum Integration – Connecting interpretation to classroom standards.
- Public Speaking & Character Development – Voice, presence, and historical storytelling.
- Inclusive and Ethical Representation – Honoring all voices in historical narratives.
- Planning and Presenting for Schools – Designing engaging, age-appropriate programs.
- Field Evaluation & Certification – Demonstrating mastery through live or recorded presentation.
Certification Benefits
- Earn CLHE credential and recognition through SALHA
- Gain access to classroom and community presentation opportunities
- Strengthen professional networks with educators and interpreters
- Develop a portfolio of lesson plans, scripts, and presentation materials
Duration & Format
- Total Time Commitment: 6 hours of direct instruction + independent preparation
- This first CLHE course will be available only in virtual format
- Includes interactive demonstrations, peer feedback, and final evaluation
Enroll Today
Take the first step toward becoming a Certified Living History Educator and help make history unforgettable.
CLHE Course Registration: CLHE Course Registration Form
Course Payment:
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