*Classroom – participants come to a class with hands-on activities, videos, small and large group discussions and short lecture

*Online – participants work on assignments via the internet.

*Correspondence – participants complete assignments through the mail.

*Hybrid: a combination of classroom and correspondence

Class Topics
*Child Development & Learning
*Guidance & Discipline
*CPR, First Aid and Blood Borne Pathogens

Resources 
*Web site
*Print materials – hard copy and email
*Knowledgeable staff who are available to support providers

Consultation

Call or email to get information about young children; the business of caring for and educating young children; and career advice.

CDA Support

The Child Development Association (CDA) credential is a national credential earned by experience with and education about young children. We can give information about how to earn the credential and classes that meet the education requirements.

Accreditation

Accreditation is a nationally recognized award that indicates a program has met a high level of quality. We offer classes that meet the education requirements.

These services help providers:

·         use up-to-date information and techniques

"I will apply it to my own daycare. I am pleased with what I have learned today."
"Thank you very much for letting me learn something new every week."

·         practice strategies to guide children’s behavior
"The only unexpected outcome I experienced was how fast the children’s behavior changed to be more positive. I expected it to take more time."
"Learned ways to help with transitions."

·         learn about effective business practices
"Contracts should be a priority, not an option."

·         organize activities and lessons so children learn what they need to know
"How to be more creative and think like a child."
"I learned new ideas for fun play."

·         network with other providers
"I have REALLY enjoyed trainings - I have enjoyed the feeling of being part of something bigger and networking with other providers."
"There are other people that have the same concerns as I do."