Target Audience

CDA Family Child Care Credential

The CDA Family Child Care Credential is a 120-hour, self-paced online training designed for educators working with children birth to age 5 in a family child ...

CDA Home Visitor Credential Birth to 5

Embark on a journey of home-visiting mastery with our Home Visitor CDA Credential Birth to 5 Training! Get ready to empower families, foster connections, and ma...

CDA Infant/Toddler Credential

The CDA Infant/Toddler Credential is a 120-hour, self-paced online training designed for educators working with children ages birth-36 months in a center-bas...

CDA Preschool Credential

The CDA Preschool Credential is a 120-hour, self-paced online training designed for educators working with children ages 3–5 in a center-based preschool s...

45 Hours Director-Administration ONLINE

Are you ready to take your child care career to the next level and step into a vital #administrative role? The 45-Hour Director-Administrator Course at ChildCar...

CDA Infant/Toddler Renewal

Embark on a journey to nurture the youngest minds with our dynamic CDA Infant/Toddler Renewal course, meticulously crafted to empower child care professionals i...

CDA Preschool Renewal

Reignite your passion for preschool education with our dynamic CDA Preschool Renewal course, crafted to reaffirm your expertise and dedication to shaping the br...

Montessori Assistant Training

This self-paced online training program equips individuals with the foundational knowledge and skills to excel as Montessori classroom assistants. Understanding...

Early Childhood Program Administration

Directors in childcare programs need to understand a variety of business and management practices as well as components of professionalism. Administrators who h...

Early Childhood Education

Child care providers need a strong foundation in communication, observation, curriculum, and guidance practices to effectively support children’s #development...

CDA Subject Area 1

CDA Subject Area 1: Planning a safe and healthy learning environment This 10-hour course equips child care providers with essential knowledge to safeguard youn...

CDA Subject Area 2

CDA Subject Area 2: Advancing children’s physical and intellectual development This 10-hour course is designed to equip child care providers with the knowled...

CDA Subject Area 3

CDA Subject Area 3: Supporting children’s social and emotional development This 10-hour training course is designed to equip childcare providers with the kno...

CDA Subject Area 4

CDA Subject Area 4: Building productive relationships with families This 10-hour training course is designed to equip childcare providers with the essential sk...

CDA Subject Area 5

CDA Subject Area 5: Managing an effective program operation This 10-hour training course is designed to equip child care providers with the essential knowledge...

CDA Subject Area 7

CDA Subject Area 7: Observing and recording children’s behavior.  This 10-hour training course is designed to equip child care providers with the essential s...

CDA Subject Area 8

CDA Subject Area 8: Understanding the principles of child development and learning This 10-hour training course is designed to equip child care providers with a...

Beyond the Classroom: Connecting Families to Essential Services

Child care providers play a vital role in connecting families to the resources they need to thrive. This course gives you the tools to identify, select, and pro...

Bridging Cultures: Family Communication & Collaboration

Building strong partnerships with families is essential to supporting every child’s growth, development, and school readiness. This training equips child care...

Coaching for Success: Inclusive Strategies to Support Children with Autism

This training equips early childhood educators with practical, classroom-focused strategies to support the functional, social, and academic development of child...

Connections That Count: Building Relationships in Child Care

Strong relationships are the foundation of children’s healthy development and positive behavior, making it essential for child care providers to understand ho...

Creating Engaging and Meaningful Learning Experiences

Child care providers play a vital role in creating environments where children can thrive through purposeful play, choice, and independence. This training explo...

Creating Environments that Nurture Growth and Community

A well-designed environment plays a powerful role in how children learn, explore, and connect with others. In this training, child care providers will learn how...

Creating Safe & Healthy Child Care Environments

Keeping children healthy and safe is the foundation of quality early childhood care. This course equips child care providers with the knowledge to identify and ...

Culture, Communication, and Collaboration in Assessment

High-quality assessment in early childhood education goes beyond checklists—it requires cultural sensitivity, accurate observations, and meaningful family eng...

Effective Approaches for Autism and Inclusion

Child care providers play a key role in creating inclusive environments where every child can learn and thrive. This course helps providers recognize signs of a...

Emergency and Disaster Preparedness- Online

Prepare for the unexpected with our comprehensive course, 'Emergency and Disaster Preparedness,' tailored specifically for childcare providers. Gain invaluable ...

Engaging Families for Child Success

Building strong relationships with families is essential for understanding and supporting every child’s unique strengths, needs, and development. This course ...

Environments That Inspire Independence and Exploration

This training empowers child care providers with practical strategies to design nurturing, inclusive environments that promote emotional health, independence, a...

Everyday Safety: Creating Healthy Environments

Creating a healthy and safe environment is the foundation for helping children thrive in your care. This course equips child care providers with practical strat...

Every Moment Matters: Schedules and Transitions

Child care providers play a key role in shaping how children experience their daily routines and environments. This course explores how the physical setting, sc...

Families, Communities, and Classrooms: Working Together for Children

Families and communities are central to children’s growth, shaping how they learn, develop, and thrive in early childhood programs. This training provides chi...

Family Connections: Creating Inclusive Relationships

Building strong, respectful partnerships with families is at the heart of high-quality early childhood care. This training equips child care providers with stra...

Family Voices Matter: Tools for Meaningful Collaboration

Effective communication and collaboration with families are essential to fostering trust, understanding, and equitable outcomes in early childhood programs. Thi...

From Play to Planning: Building Culturally Competent, Child-Centered Curriculum

High-quality early childhood education requires more than just a set of activities—it demands thoughtful integration of developmental standards, evidence-base...

Growing the Whole Child: Health, Emotions & Early Learning

This comprehensive course helps child care providers understand how emotional, social, cognitive, and physical development are deeply interconnected in early ch...

Health and Safety Orientation

As part of the federal Child Care and Development Block Grant Fund stipulations, states must certify that there are health and safety standards in place and tra...

Healthy Starts: Safety, Nutrition, and Wellness in Child Care

Child care providers play a vital role in maintaining environments that support children's health, safety, and well-being. This course explores key practices su...

Planning for Every Child: Responsive Strategies in Action

To create truly inclusive early learning environments, child care providers must plan with each child’s unique needs, language, and background in mind. This c...

Play with Purpose: Supporting Children with Autism

Play is one of the most powerful ways children with autism learn, communicate, and grow. This course helps child care providers understand how to use play-based...

Privacy Matters: Documentation and Observation in Early Learning

Maintaining accurate records and safeguarding confidentiality are essential skills for child care providers, ensuring trust, professionalism, and compliance wit...

Recognize, Respond, Respect: Supporting Diverse Learners

Child care providers play a critical role in identifying and supporting the individual needs of young children, making observation, assessment, and inclusive co...

Roots & Resilience: Understanding What Shapes a Child

Understanding how cultural, familial, biological, and environmental influences shape a child’s development is essential for creating inclusive, supportive, an...

Safe and Sound: Creating Healthy Environments for Every Child

Ensuring a safe and healthy environment is essential for every child’s growth, especially for those with chronic health needs. This training equips child care...

Tracking Progress, Shaping Futures: Observation & Assessment Skills

Accurate observation and effective assessment are essential for understanding each child’s unique strengths, needs, and progress. In this course, child care p...

The ABCs of Behavior: Turning Challenges into Learning Opportunities

Challenging behaviors can be confusing and frustrating, but understanding the why behind a child’s actions helps providers respond effectively. This training ...

Understanding Montessori's Approach to Child Development

This comprehensive training delves into Maria Montessori's revolutionary approach to child development, providing participants with a thorough understanding of ...

Wellness in Action: Teaching Healthy Habits to Children

Food, movement, and cultural connections can be powerful tools for teaching children how to live healthy, active lives. In this course, you’ll discover how to...

The Montessori Assistant's Toolkit

Child care providers need this course to effectively support lead teachers and foster a harmonious classroom environment. The course delves into the specific ro...

Implementing the Montessori Curriculum

This course provides educators with essential knowledge of the Montessori curriculum, emphasizing the importance of the five key learning areas in a Montessori ...

The Super Hero in Us All

Become the hero every child deserves! Keeping children safe is one of child care professionals’ paramount responsibilities in a child care program. We created...

Administering Basic Health and Safety ONLINE

***This does NOT satisfy the Maryland required Basic Health and Safety training. Please register for the Basic Health & Safety and Breastfeeding Awareness Zoom ...

Assessment of Language and Literacy Skills

This training course equips child care providers with essential knowledge and practical skills to assess language and literacy development in early childhood. P...

Ethical Responsibilities for Trainers

Trainers are seen by those they train as professionals in the industry. As such, trainers must be held accountable for professional behaviors and interactions w...

Intro to Montessori: Philosophy, Principles, and Practices

This introductory training provides a comprehensive overview of Montessori education, designed to familiarize participants with the foundational principles and ...

Meeting Adult Learners' Needs

The way that adults learn differs greatly from that of children. The reasons why we seek to learn can be because a number of reasons; this is why you as the tra...

Mindful Supervision: Balancing Safety & Independence in Montessori

Active supervision is essential in a Montessori environment, where children explore and learn through hands-on experiences. This course equips child care provid...

Montessori Cultural Activities: Exploring the World Through Play and Learning

Cultural activities in the Montessori early childhood classroom provide young learners with a rich foundation in geography, history, science, art, music, and so...

Preschool Assessments & Observations

Effective early childhood education relies on accurate assessment and observation. This course provides child care providers with the knowledge and skills to id...

Preventative Health and Safety

**Note: This is NOT the required Basic Health & Safety course if you are a Maryland-based child care provider. Please register for the Basic Health & Safety and...

Professional Partnerships & Practices

This course satisfies the following area(s) of the CDA: CDA Subject Area 6: Maintaining a Commitment to Professionalism Teaching goes beyond educating children ...

Safeguarding Young Lives: A Comprehensive Guide to Child Care Safety

This intermediate level course is designed to equip child care providers with the essential knowledge and skills to ensure a safe and healthy environment for ch...

Shaken Baby Syndrome

Abusive Head Trauma, Shaken Baby Syndrome, Traumatic Brain Injury. What do all of these terms mean and how are they similar or dissimilar? In this course, we wi...

Shifting Gears to Respect

This 3-hour online child care course is designed to empower professionals in fostering positive behavior and effective communication. Discover the pivotal role ...

Supporting School Age Development ONLINE

This is an essential online course tailored for educators seeking to enhance their ability to meet the diverse needs of school-age children effectively. Through...

Supporting Skill Development: Children with Special Needs

Providers working with children with special needs must understand how to support each individual child based on their specific needs. Understanding how to make...

Teacher/Child Interactions in the School-Age Classroom

School-age growth and development are very different from that of preschoolers and therefore, interactions with school-age children must be different as well. T...

The Foundations of Coaching & Mentoring

Discover the essential concepts and practices that distinguish coaching from consulting in The Foundations of Coaching & Mentoring, a course designed specifical...

Theories on How I Grow

This course is designed to help child care providers gain a foundational understanding of key child development theories and the experts behind them. Participa...

Toddlers and Theories

Did you know that the field of early childhood education can trace its roots back to the 1500s? As an early childhood educator, it is important to know the hist...

Training Guide for Families from Diverse Language and Cultural Backgrounds

This 3 hr training is specifically designed for working together with families from diverse language and cultural backgrounds, where the parents may be non-Engl...

CDA Infants/Toddlers: Smart Nutrition & Feeding

This course satisfies the following area(s) of the CDA: Subject Area 1: Planning a Safe and Healthy Learning Environment Nutrition plays a vital role in the dev...

The Best Promotion is Play

Unleash the power of play in your early childhood classroom! This course explores the critical role of play in child development. Learn to identify different ty...

Theory of Learning

Embark on a journey through the "Theory of Learning" in this enriching 3-hour online child care course. Beyond Piaget, Erikson, and Vygotsky, explore influentia...

Ways to Serve: Leadership

In today's world, fostering leadership skills in children is more important than ever. This course equips child care providers with the knowledge and tools to c...

Working With Mixed Age Groups

Mixed-age group classrooms cultivate a collaborative community of learning. This course explains various aspects and benefits of working with children in the mi...

Writing Workshop Proposals & Assessments

Writing a proposal is an important element in the creation of a training as is the creation of assessments and evaluations. In addition, trainers need to be sur...

Admin as Mentors in Early Education

Administrators can serve as the most influential mentors for staff as long as they approach the mentoring relationship armed with some specific skills. Supporti...

A Watchful Eye: Supervision in Early Childhood

Supervision of children is a critical element in child #safety. Caregivers must understand the importance of adequate and effective supervision to ensure all ch...

Balancing Active Play in Child Care

Understanding how to create a balanced schedule of active, creative, and sedentary time is essential for fostering healthy development in children. This course ...

Beautiful Junk: Using Recycled Materials in the Classroom

Unleash creativity and go green! "Beautiful Junk" equips educators with the know-how to transform everyday recyclables into engaging learning tools. Explore the...

Building a Healthier Tomorrow: Preventing Childhood Obesity

Childhood obesity is a growing concern with lasting impacts on children’s health and development. This course helps child care providers understand the defini...

Building Bridges for Dual Language Learners

Supporting Dual Language Learners (DLLs) in early childhood settings is essential for fostering language development, confidence, and inclusion. This course exp...

Building Early Science Foundations

This professional development course has been approved by the American Montessori Society (AMS) for continuing professional development hours. To obtain an off...

Building Vocabulary

CDA: Curriculum Alignment & Materials

Choosing equipment and materials for your child care environment can be overwhelming if you are unsure of the specific needs of the children in your care. Creat...

Childhood Obesity

Childhood obesity is a concern for many of us as child care providers, caregivers, and #parents ourselves. Children considered to be overweight or obese risk de...

Developing a Successful Workshop

Being a trainer places you in a position of trust with your participants, and it is your responsibility to conduct yourself both professionally and ethically. T...

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Education

Teaching diversity exposes students to various cultural and social groups, preparing students to become better citizens in their communities. The first step to ...

Early Emotional Wellness

Mental health and social-emotional development are critical foundations in early childhood. This course equips child care providers with an understanding of men...

Enhancing STEM Education for Infants and Toddlers

This intermediate level course is designed to equip child care providers with the knowledge and skills necessary to foster STEM (Science, Technology, Engineerin...

Equity in Action with Head Start

Learn how Head Start and Early Head Start programs create inclusive and equitable early education environments. This course covers who qualifies for these progr...

Financial Assistance for Child Care

The reality is that running a child care center requires a lot of time, attention, and finances. Directors, administrators, and providers must demonstrate under...

Identifying ADHD in Child Care

This course equips child care providers with essential skills to recognize and support children and youth displaying signs of ADHD. Participants will learn to d...

It's All About the Timing

Time is essential: this is one truth that anyone from any profession knows. It is one critical skill that all educators, administrators, and providers must poss...

Language Development in Early Childhood

Language and literacy development in early childhood lays the foundation for future learning and communication skills. This course equips child care providers w...

Language Development in School Age

Supporting the language and literacy development of school-age children is essential for their academic success and overall communication skills. This course ex...

Leadership Through Mentorship

This training is essential for child care administrators seeking to effectively mentor and support their staff. Participants will learn the critical roles and r...

Leveling the Playing Field: ERSEA for Head Start

Explore the core requirements of ERSEA (Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment, and Attendance) while fostering an inclusive, culturally responsive app...

Math Foundations in Early Childhood

Early math instruction is critical to children's cognitive development and lays the foundation for future academic success. This intermediate level course equip...

Mentoring Professional Etiquette in Child Care

Building strong relationships with your colleagues is key to a thriving child care environment. This course explores the power of mentorship and professional et...

Nutrition Essentials for Child Care Providers

Understanding proper nutrition is vital for promoting healthy growth and development in children. This course equips child care providers with the knowledge to ...

Raising Peaceful Learners: The Montessori Advantage

This professional development course has been approved by the American Montessori Society (AMS) for continuing professional development hours. To obtain an off...

Reading Aloud and Storytelling

This training course focuses on the powerful role of reading aloud and storytelling in promoting early language and literacy development. Child care providers w...

Safe Sleep Training

The Child Care and Development Fund health and safety requirements for providers receiving federal financial assistance include training in the prevention of su...

Self-Regulation & Change: Helping Children Cope

Children experience the world differently, and unexpected changes can be especially challenging. This course equips child care providers with the knowledge and ...

Sensitive Periods in Montessori: Guiding Natural Learning

Sensitive periods are key windows of opportunity when young children are naturally primed for learning specific skills, such as language, movement, and order. T...

Solutions NOT Punishments

All teachers experience challenging behaviors in their classrooms. The key to dealing with these behaviors is prevention and solutions. Teachers make a relevant...

Student Success: Expectations & Independence

Nurturing independence is key to a child's healthy development, but it can be tricky to know how much support to offer. This course equips child care providers ...

Teacher Mentoring in ECE

Early childhood educators perform a variety of roles each day. They are asked to support children in all areas of development, support families in their care fo...

The Balancing Act for Administrators: Managing Responsibilities

Administrators in childcare are responsible for a lot! Understanding and managing these responsibilities is essential to effective management and program planni...

The First Year: Feeding Infants

The first year of an infant's life is filled with rapid growth and development. In order to support this development, parents and caregivers must provide adequa...

Theory of Mentoring and Coaching in Early Childhood

This 2-hour online course dives into the psychology of coaching and mentoring, equipping early childhood educators with the knowledge to effectively guide and s...

The Prepared Environment: Montessori Class Design

Child care providers will find this course essential for creating effective and engaging learning spaces. By understanding the functions and features of the Pre...

The Right Kind of Influence for Young Children

The type of influence can also impact a child’s growth and development. Young children learn by observing and imitating others, making it important for early ...

Tomorrow's Einsteins: Infant and Toddler Science

Infants and Toddlers are naturally curious about their world and how things work. After taking this class, teachers can support children’s curiosity and scien...

Understanding Developmental Disabilities

Caring for children with developmental disabilities requires specialized knowledge. This course equips you to recognize common signs and behaviors associated wi...

Understanding Print Knowledge in Preschool

Research has shown that without a strong foundation in reading, children are left behind at the beginning of their educational careers. Preschool teachers need ...

Family Child Care: Building, Premises, and Outdoor Safety

This two-hour training for family child care providers focuses on Active Supervision practices that prevent injuries and reduce risk by keeping children safe ac...

Supporting Families and Caregivers in Language and Literacy

Supporting Families and Caregivers in Language and Literacy is a vital training course designed to help child care providers strengthen their collaboration with...

Writing Training Goals & Objectives

When trainers are developing a training plan, one of the first things they must do is determine the goals and objectives of the training. Trainers need to consi...

1-Hour Abuse and Neglect Training

The Child Care and Development Fund health and #safety requirements for providers receiving federal financial assistance include training in: the recognition an...

Building Equity: Inclusionary Practices in Preschool

Child care providers play a vital role in creating inclusive environments that support every child's growth and development. This intermediate level course cove...

CDA Introduction

Dive into a gateway of opportunity with our CDA Introduction training, where you'll unlock the key to distinguishing yourself in the realm of early childhood e...

Montessori Foundations

Understanding Montessori philosophy and its key learning areas is essential for child care providers seeking to foster holistic child development. This course c...

Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma

Understanding and preventing Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma are essential skills for providers working with infants and toddlers. These devastatin...

Interview and Communication Skills

This training focuses on professional behavior and communication during the hiring process. Participants will learn how to make a positive first impression, dem...

Job Search Basics

This training prepares learners for the early stages of the hiring process by helping them develop strong job search materials and get ready for interviews. Par...

Prevention of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and Use of Safe Sleep Practices

The Child Care and Development Fund health and safety requirements for providers receiving federal financial assistance include training in the prevention of su...

Workplace Essentials: Communicate, Collaborate, Succeed

Strong communication and professionalism are the foundation of a successful workplace, helping individuals prevent misunderstandings, resolve conflicts, and bui...

40-Hour Director's Course

THIS IS FOR GEORGIA DIRECTORS ONLY. Become the childcare director every teacher wants to work for! This 40-hour self-paced training will equip Georgia childcare...

CDA Bridge Bundle: Infant/Toddler

The CDA Bridge Bundle: Infant/Toddler is a self-paced online training for Maryland child care providers who already hold a 90-hour certification (including th...

CDA Home Visitor Coaching and Mentoring Sessions

The CDA Home Visitor Coaching and Mentoring Sessions are designed as a supportive add-on to the CDA Home Visitor Training program. This series includes eight in...

Texas Teacher 24 hours Annual Renewal 2nd Year

Teachers and caregivers, complete all of your annual training requirements in one course! This course is designed to be completed as teachers' 2nd year of annua...

18-Hour Train the Trainer

The 18-Hour Train the Trainer course, approved by MSDE, prepares child care professionals to effectively train and mentor adult learners. This training is essen...

Texas Director Credential Renewal

Designed for Administrators and Primary Caregivers of a licensed child-care home who hold a current Child-Care Center Director's Certificate issued by the Texa...

Many Colors, One Canvas: MD ECE Conference

A dynamic professional learning experience featuring early childhood experts focused on exploring practical, inclusive ways to use art with children of diverse...

3 Hour Aide Orientation

Providing quality child care requires a solid foundation in essential practices that ensure children's safety, foster positive relationships, and promote profes...

Active Supervision: A Strategy That Works

Supervision plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety and prevention of injuries in childcare settings for all ages. Supervision is an active process. It invo...

Are They Ready for Kindergarten?

Teachers of children from birth to 5 will gain valuable insight and strategies regarding kindergarten readiness and how they can support young learners. In this...

Art from the Heart for Preschoolers: Open Ended Art Projects that Build Self-Esteem

Transform your classroom art experiences into powerful tools for emotional growth by mastering the vital connection between open-ended creativity and a preschoo...

Assessing through Observation

Educators must observe children in order to assess their growth and development and to plan for individualized instruction. Understanding the importance of obse...

Curriculum Planning

Supporting young children’s development requires knowledge of early learning standards and state-approved curriculums. When educators understand the component...

Facilitating Learning in the Preschool Classroom

Educators use a variety of strategies to support child learning in the early childhood education classroom. Through a mixture of intentional planning and indivi...

Let's Talk: Skills for Effective Communication

This 3-hour training is designed to develop and strengthen communication skills in child care professionals working in the field of child care. Those skills can...

Mandated Reporters

In most states, child care providers are mandated reporters of suspected child abuse and neglect. Understanding the process and what to look for can mean all th...

Presentation Strategies & Training Techniques

*This is a Maryland specific training.* Creating a PowerPoint presentation and reading it in front of participants does not make for a successful training prese...

Family Child Care Health Essentials

This course is only approved in Minnesota. Protecting children from health hazards is the foundation of a successful family child care program and a key require...

Family (or Parent) Conferencing: Developing Trust

This is a 2-hour training course. This training is a multifaceted approach to family conferencing. During this training, participants will learn effective strat...

Play, Learn, Grow

Providers must have the foundations of early childhood development in order to address the various needs of children at different ages and to plan individualize...

Requirements of Trainers

*This is a Maryland specific training.* There are essential requirements that all approved trainers must have to be effective. Understanding these requirements ...

SIDS: Saving Babies: A Change of Position, A Change in Tradition

This course empowers child care providers to protect the most vulnerable infants by debunking common safe-sleep myths with life-saving facts and identifying cri...

Unlocking Support for Florida Childcare

This training supports Florida child care providers in understanding credentialing requirements and making informed professional development decisions. Particip...

Staff Supervision, Observation & Feedback

Mentoring staff makes them more valuable to your organization by developing and enhancing their skills, both professionally and personally. Mentoring programs a...