| Description | | Explore the essential developmental milestones for children
from birth to age five. This training will provide you with valuable tools and
resources to observe, assess and support children's development—especially
those who may not be meeting expected milestones. Learn how to adapt your
environment and activities to foster growth and success for every child in your
care.
Objectives:
Gain an overview of child development from birth to age five and understand typical developmental expectations.
Learn about different screening tools available to track children's development.
Strengthen partnerships with families by sharing a clear, supportive picture of each child’s development.
Identify children who may not be meeting developmental milestones and understand next steps and resources available for those children and their families.
Discover resources available to educate, empower and support parents in their role.
Learn how to adapt your environment and daily activities to meet the diverse needs of all children.
Leave with practical strategies and tools you can implement immediately.
Competencies addressed: Child Growth and Development
CDA Subject Areas: Understanding Principles of Child Development |
| Location | | Distance Learning Zoom Platform |
| Status |  | Open (Below minimum number of registrations) 0 Registered 5 Minimum; 30 Maximum |
| Section Dates | |
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| September 8, 2026 | 1:00 PM | 2:00 PM |
| September 15, 2026 | 1:00 PM | 2:00 PM |
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| Registration Deadline | | September 1, 2026 |
| Add to Calendar | | Add to my calendar |
| Registration Fees | |
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| Remote Attendance |  | Attendees can only participate remotely. |
| Lunch | | Lunch will not be provided. |
| Comments | |
Basic Requirements
-For classes with multiple sessions participants must attend all sessions to receive a certificate.
-Participant must have a working camera per participant, and audio capabilities.
-Participants who are not fully engaged, or have too many distractions, will not receive credit for the session.
-Participants may NOT take class while in a car |
The Central Region Early Learning Connection will provide the Zoom link two day prior to each session. |