DirectCourse Learning Administrator Conference

DHS, in partnership with Elsevier/DirectCourse, will host a virtual, one-day DirectCourse Learning Administrator Conference on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026.

Conference details

Use the following information to attend the conference:

• Date: Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026

• Time: Sessions occur from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
  Note: Session times are listed in Central Standard Time (CST) below.

• Registration: Registration is required for each individual session. To register, refer to the schedule and registration instructions below.

• Cost: Free

• Platform: Virtual via Microsoft Teams

This event will offer valuable insights into using the DirectCourse learning system and content to strengthen training efforts across Minnesota. Participants will:

• Explore practical strategies.

• Connect with peers.

• Discover new ways to support the people and communities we serve.

Hosts and presenters

The event will feature presentations from the following people:

• DirectCourse/Elsevier: Leigh Evans, senior account manager; Brandon Bray, implementation analyst

• DHS Licensing Division: Desiree Tiller, Diana Arnzen

• University of Minnesota Institute on Community Integration (ICI): Claire Benway, national training consultant; Mark Olson, project coordinator; Megan Sanders, national workforce consultant

• DHS Disability Services Division: Bailey Anderson, DirectCourse state learning administrator

Schedule and registration information

Registration is required for each individual session, so participants can choose to register for the sessions that interest them based on their learning goals and preferences.

Use the information below to register for individual sessions.

Slide decks from each topic area are below for your review. 

To sign up for DirectCourse, please fill out a request for a learner account or e-mail dhs.dsd_cds@state.mn.us