20 hours. Your pace. A strong start.

Setting up your classroom

Create a safe, welcoming, well-organized learning space.

Classroom management & social-emotional learning

Build routines and relationships that help children thrive.

Assessment

Observe, document, and understand each child's growth.

Emergent curriculum & Lesson planning

Plan engaging, developmentally appropriate learning.

Professionalism & the NAEYC Code of Ethics

Grow your professional identity and ethical practice.

Family engagement

Partner with families as a child's first teachers.

Cultural competence

Honor every child's culture, language, and community.

Inclusion

Support children of all abilities to learn together.

Getting support & understanding referrals

Know when and how to connect children to services.

Self-care & teacher resiliency

Manage stress and build a long, healthy career.