PDS has developed a wide array of consulting and training options, led by PDS Certified Trainers, to ensure the success of those who use our software.  New users and veterans from organizations large and small throughout the U.S. will find training opportunities ideally suited to their needs.  Details on courses, schedules, and registrations are available on the Client Portal.

Onsite Consulting

Consultants will visit your church to guide you on how to use advanced software functions and work with you to plan the use of your PDS applications and services. PDS consultants focus specifically on the use of PDS software for church, school, and the diocese.

Self–Paced Training

Have PDS training at your fingertips, set around your schedule, based on your unique needs.  With PDS Self-paced Training classes, you can now purchase classes to view over the internet on your own schedule in the comfort of your office or home.  Free to clients on the Preferred Client Program.

1-2-1 Online Training

Address specific training needs of you and / or your staff with one-to-one online training.  One-to-one online training is available and administered over the Internet to focus on the unique training needs of your church.  As long as you can connect to the Internet, you can take advantage of this convenient training tool. 

Training Manuals

You can even download training manuals released at PDS Classroom Training Events!  These manuals are designed for classroom training, but are also available for order by all PDS clients.

PDS National Convention

The PDS National Convention offers software training classes from beginner to advanced, peer-to-peer learning opportunities, face-to-face technical support, and lots of networking with PDS staff.  This annual event is a great place to learn and have fun with your peers and the PDS team.