Online Training/Live Webinar
Events
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Smart Start Workforce Grant Orientation for Child Care Centers
Online WebinarThis orientation is a mandatory training to be able to apply for Smart Start Workforce Grants in FY27. This training seeks to provide licensed center-based programs with a comprehensive understanding of Smart Start Workforce Grants. The goal is to strengthen participants’ knowledge about the grants, including the required wage floor, application requirements, and the steps […]
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An Introduction to Contracts & Policies for Child Care Centers
Online WebinarContracts and policies can be two of the most important documents to have in a program. Child care providers who enforce well written contracts and policies may find they are able to eliminate potential conflicts with parents. This informative training will be a stepping stone for child care providers looking to start or improve their […]
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Smart Start Workforce Grant Orientation for Family Child Care Providers
Online WebinarThis orientation is a mandatory training to be able to apply for Smart Start Workforce Grants in FY27. This training seeks to provide licensed center-based programs with a comprehensive understanding of Smart Start Workforce Grants. The goal is to strengthen participants’ knowledge about the grants, including the required wage floor, application requirements, and the steps […]
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Emergency Preparedness
Online WebinarEmergencies and disasters are unpredictable, chaotic, and can leave a lasting impact on our child care, families, and communities. If we are prepared for emergencies and disasters, we can feel more capable of handling them and recovering from them. In this training, we will discuss the emergency plan cycle, types of emergencies and disasters, and […]
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Advocacy 101
Online WebinarBegin your Week of the Young Child celebration by sharpening your advocacy skills that play a vital role in shaping systems that impact young children and their families. This training will equip participants with advocacy strategies that center family voice, address systemic inequities, and promote trauma-informed, equity-centered care. Through real-world examples and interactive dialogue, attendees […]
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Better Together-Module 1: Child Nutrition
Online WebinarThis Learning Collaborative focuses on child nutrition best practices and the many ways ECE programs can support healthy eating habits in children by serving healthy foods and beverages, supporting teacher use of recommended feeding practices, and offering education and professional development to children, staff, and families. Participants will learn about healthy eating through the lens […]
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Let’s Get Growing: Plants, Seeds, and Science
Online WebinarSome are as tiny as the head of a pin, some are just the right size to throw, and others are as big as a baby’s head. We eat them, we bury them, and we couldn’t survive without them. This training will introduce age-appropriate activities and resources you can use to engage children in the […]
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Calm, Connected, and Caring: SEL for Family Child Care
Online WebinarThis training supports Family Child Care Providers in using simple mindfulness and social-emotional learning tools to create calmer days and more connected relationships. Participants will explore realistic strategies for managing their own stress, deepen understanding of children’s feelings and behavior, and respond to families with empathy and clear boundaries in the unique context of family […]
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Better Together-Module 1: Child Nutrition
Online WebinarThis Learning Collaborative focuses on child nutrition best practices and the many ways ECE programs can support healthy eating habits in children by serving healthy foods and beverages, supporting teacher use of recommended feeding practices, and offering education and professional development to children, staff, and families. Participants will learn about healthy eating through the lens […]
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Career Pathways in Early Childhood Education and Care
Online WebinarThis training introduces the field of early childhood education and care as a career. It focuses on the personal and professional development necessary to impact the lives of young children and families. Identifying effective resources, finding pathways for learning, and financial support are included. Learners will be able to describe career opportunities available in the […]
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Supporting Families Where They Are At: Housing Insecurity
Online WebinarYou know your families. When something feels off, you notice. This training will help you understand what to do when a family in your care is dealing with housing instability. Learn what McKinney-Vento services mean for your program, how to spot eligibility, how to reduce barriers to enrollment and attendance, and where to connect families […]
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Investing in Growth: The Importance of Professional Development for Early Childhood Professionals
Online WebinarProfessional Development is more than checking off required training hours! This training highlights the transformative impact of ongoing learning and growth in early childhood education. Explore how investing in professional development enhances your teaching skills, fosters innovative practices, and enriches the educational experiences for the children and families you serve. Participants will learn how to […]
