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Excellence in early childhood education (ECE) programs is built on a workforce that promotes continuous program improvement. Professional development is a cornerstone of this process. It includes gaining new knowledge, skills, and abilities, along with experience and competencies that relate to one’s profession, job responsibilities, or work environment. ECE programs and staff must address three areas: Professional Development Systems; Foundation for Staff Development; and Individual Career Development. Resources are organized within these areas to promote easy access to the information you need.
Learn how to use professional development to enhance father engagement in Head Start programs. Reflect on examples and consider useful tips for administrators, supervisors, and staff.
Explore the catalog for a list of courses offered on the Individualized Professional Development (iPD) Portfolio.
Learn about tips to help you select online professional development based on content type and learning style. Explore the Individualized Professional Development Portfolio to find free or low-cost trainings.
View frequently asked questions on the Head Start Coaching Companion.
The Practice-Based Coaching (PBC) Implementation Screener Needs Assessment is a list of questions and indicators related to the effective implementation of PBC.
Practice-Based Coaching (PBC) sample coaching agreements for coach, coachee and supervisor.
These statements can help you determine which coaching format is appropriate for which staff member. Different
formats may work for different staff members even within the same program.
Discover resources to support programs and individuals as they meet the applicable professional qualifications and engage in professional development opportunities in the family child care option.
In this module, explore the four components of effective program and family support of dual language learners.
Learn about ongoing child assessment and its components. Explore the ongoing assessment cycle, observation and documentation, engaging families, and additional assessment considerations.
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official website of the Administration for Children and Families
