Beginner to advanced courses outlining the inner workings of Capitol Hill.
Register for upcoming coursesWhether you’re new to the industry or a seasoned professional,
our curriculum covers the gamut of congressional education.
Learn from our team of experts
Our program provides monthly classes led by Stephen Salfeety, Managing Director of CQ, who has 23+ years experience working in and alongside Congress.
Stephen is joined by some of the best policy reporters and legislative analysts in Washington, D.C., who are able to provide meaningful insights into how Congress is designed to work, as well as how it actually works.
For group pricing, or if you have any questions, please contact academy@cq.com.
CQ Academy Sample Schedule
Time
Topic/Event
8:15 AM
Welcome and continental breakfast
9:00 AM
Formal welcome and introductions
9:30 AM
Session: Congressional Staff and Function
10:15 AM
Break
10:30 AM
Session: Congressional Staff and Functions
11:15 AM
Session: Committee Functions and Processes
12:00 PM
Catered lunch break
1:00 PM
Session: The House
1:45 PM
Session: The Senate
2:30 PM
Break
2:45 PM
Interactive: Pass a Bill
3:45 PM
Reporter/editor Q&A
4:30 PM
Wrap-up
