Early Childhood Education
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Training for Early Childhood Educators
All EC LEARN training opportunities are Kentucky approved. Credit will be awarded in ECE-TRIS.
REMINDER:
922 KAR 2:240 Section 11 General Training Requirements
(11) A trainee shall not repeat online training courses, including orientation, unless:
- Five (5) years have passed since the online training was completed; or
- Required to as part of a disciplinary directive by a state agency or employer.
Live “webinars” are not included in this 5 year rule. The rule only applies to on-demand, asynchronous trainings.
(19) A staff person shall not accumulate more than fifteen (15) hours of training in a twenty-four (24) hour period.
Did you know that EC LEARN can bring professional development to your program for in-person or virtual workshops to fit your team’s needs? Rates are based on the number of staff and the length of training.
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In-Person (Face-to-Face), Virtual (Zoom), or Hybrid (Choice of In-Person or Virtual)
October 20, 2026 Building a Literacy-Rich Preschool Environment: Literacy All Day, Every Day (VIRTUAL) 6:30 - 8PM
Tuesday, October 20, 2026 Building a Literacy-Rich Preschool Environment: Literacy All Day, Every Day (Virtual) 6:30 – 8PM
KY All STARS Standards: Submitted for B1R/B2R: Curriculum, Instructional Practices or Teaching and Learning
Cost: FREE
Core Content Subject Area: 4) Learning environment and curriculum;
CDA Subject Area: 2) Advancing children’s physical and intellectual development
Audience: Preschool Teachers
Training Level: 2
Description:Literacy development begins long before children learn to read and write independently. Preschool environments provide countless opportunities for children to develop the language, communication, print, phonological awareness, vocabulary, and early writing skills that form the foundation for future literacy success. This interactive training will help preschool teachers understand how literacy develops in young children, recognize literacy learning in everyday experiences, and intentionally incorporate literacy throughout the day. Participants will also explore ways to create literacy-rich environments that encourage children to talk, listen, read, write, explore print, and develop a love of books and language.
Instructor: Kim Ross
Location: Virtual (Zoom)
October 26, 2026 Not so Boring Math and Science Activities for School Age Children (VIRTUAL) 6:30 - 8PM
Monday, October 26, 2026 Not so Boring Math and Science Activities for School Age Children (Virtual) 6:30 – 8PM
KY All STARS Standards: Submitted for B1R/B2R: Curriculum, Instructional Practices or Teaching and Learning
Cost: FREE
Core Content Subject Area: 4) Learning environment and curriculum;
CDA Subject Area: 2) Advancing children’s physical and intellectual development
Audience: School-Age Teachers
Training Level: 2
Description: Discover fun, hands-on ways to make math and science exciting for school-age children! This interactive training will explore creative, age-appropriate activities that encourage children to explore, experiment, problem-solve, and learn through play. Participants will gain practical ideas for engaging math and science activities using simple, affordable materials that can be easily incorporated into classrooms, after-school programs, camps, or childcare settings. Activities will promote curiosity, critical thinking, creativity, and teamwork while helping children build confidence in STEM concepts. Come ready to have fun, get creative, and discover that math and science don’t have to be boring!
Instructor: Bridget Jackson
Location: Virtual (Zoom)
November 12, 2026 SPECIAL NEEDS TRAINING - Anti-Bias Education: Creating Inclusive Early Childhood Environments for Children with Special Needs (VIRTUAL) 6:30 - 8:30PM
Thursday, November 12, 2026 Anti-Bias Education: Creating Inclusive Early Childhood Environments for Children with Special Needs (Virtual) 6:30 – 8:30PM
This session will fulfill the special needs training requirement. It looks at how to evaluate classroom materials and learning experiences to make sure they are inclusive of all children including those with special needs.
KY All STARS Standards: Submitted for B1R/B2R: Curriculum, Instructional Practices or Teaching and Learning
Cost: FREE
Core Content Subject Area: 1) Child growth and development; and 4) Learning environment and curriculum;
CDA Subject Area: 3) Supporting children’s social and emotional development; and 6) Maintaining a commitment to professionalism
Audience: All Providers
Training Level: 2
Description: Anti-bias education is an intentional approach that helps children develop a positive sense of identity, appreciate diversity, recognize unfairness, and learn to advocate for themselves and others. This session introduces the four goals of anti-bias education while exploring how these principles extend to creating inclusive environments for children of all abilities. Participants will examine how anti-bias education actively prevents ableism by challenging stereotypes, using accessible materials, and ensuring that every child is valued for their unique physical, emotional, cognitive, cultural, and family identity. Through the use of children’s literature, classroom materials, reflection, and discussion, educators will discover practical strategies for creating learning environments where children with a special need learn, play, and grow together with empathy, respect, and a true sense of belonging. This training was developed to meet the special needs 3-hour annual training requirement.
Instructor: Jessica Abner
Location: Virtual (Zoom)
November 19, 2026 Foundations of Social & Emotional Success (VIRTUAL) 6:30 - 8:30PM
Thursday, November 19, 2026 Foundations of Social & Emotional Success (Virtual) 6:30 – 8:30PM
KY All STARS Standards: Submitted for B1R/B2R: Curriculum, Instructional Practices or Teaching and Learning
Cost: FREE
Core Content Subject Area: 4) Learning environment and curriculum
CDA Subject Area: 3) Supporting children’s social and emotional development
Audience: All Providers
Training Level: 2
Description: This session equips educators with proactive strategies to foster a safe, predictable, and connected classroom environment. Participants will learn to move from reactive discipline to a proactive, brain-based approach that supports self-regulation and healthy attachments.
Instructor: Andrea Heil
Location: Virtual (Zoom)
December 3, 2026 ITERS-3 in Action: Creating High-Quality Learning Environments for Infants and Toddlers (VIRTUAL) 6:30 - 8:30PM
Thursday, December 3, 2026 ITERS-3 in Action: Creating High-Quality Learning Environments for Infants and Toddlers (Virtual) 6:30 – 8:30PM
KY All STARS Standards: Submitted for B1R/B2R: Curriculum, Instructional Practices or Teaching and Learning
Cost: FREE
Core Content Subject Area: 4) Learning environment and curriculum
CDA Subject Area: 3) Supporting children’s social and emotional development
Audience: All Providers
Training Level: 2
Description: The Infant/Toddler Environment Rating Scale, Third Edition (ITERS-3) is more than an assessment tool—it’s a roadmap for creating nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environments for children from birth to 36 months. This interactive three-hour training helps early childhood professionals understand how ITERS-3 measures quality and how everyday interactions, routines, materials, and environments influence children’s development and learning. Participants will explore each ITERS-3 subscale through hands-on activities, photos, case studies, and collaborative discussions while identifying practical strategies that can be immediately implemented in their classrooms. Whether preparing for an assessment or simply striving to improve quality, educators will leave with an action plan for enhancing infant and toddler care.
Instructor: Jessica Abner
Location: Virtual (Zoom)
Training Color-Code Key
At EC LEARN we value the importance of meeting your specific needs through professional development. We have categorized our training by color to indicate the appropriate audience for each session. Please see the color codes and definitions below:
Training For All!
These titles are for all providers (including family child care) and will pertain to all age groups – Infant, Toddler, Preschool, and young School-Age age children.
Infant/Toddler
These titles are best suited for infant and toddler teachers and will pertain to infants and toddler-aged children.
Preschool
These titles are best suited for preschool teachers and will pertain to preschooler aged children.
School Age
These titles are best suited for providers caring for school age children and the content will pertain to school age children.
Administrators
These titles are best suited for administrators, directors, owners, or those supervising staff.
Family Child Care Network
These titles are for Registered, Certified and Type II providers caring for children in their home in Kentucky. Content will pertain to infants, toddlers, preschoolers and young school age children as well as the business side of running an in-home program. These training opportunities are FREE and funded through the Family Child Care Network and will be region specific. When registering, please make sure it is for your specific region/county.
View or download the color-code PDF.
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