Professional Development
Child Care Aware West/Central sponsors and co-sponsors a variety of professional development opportunities throughout the twenty two counties it covers. Trainings are offered to Early Childhood professionals, educators, parents, foster care providers, and anyone who may be interested in learning more about the development of children.
Advising
Professional Development Advisors Assist With:
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Professional Development Planning
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Training
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Higher Education Opportunities
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T.E.A.C.H Scholarships
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REETAIN Bonuses
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Professional Goal Setting
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Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) Applications
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Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) Renewal Applications
Training Resource
- To find and register for trainings, visit our training schedule page here
- Access Participant Guides for most Parent Aware training and DHS Pre-License and DHS licensed required trainings on Develop, here: https://mncpd.org/resources/#tab-id-7
- Child Care Aware West/Central Training Policies.
- Remember to check the e-mail you have registered in Develop often. This is where you will receive registration confirmation from Develop, possible class cancellations and related weather announcements.
B.E.S.T (Basic Education for Safe Travel) Training Contact Information
Child Care Aware West/Central will continue to offer the C.A.R.S training until December 2024. However, the new B.E.S.T training that will be replacing C.A.R.S is available now. If you are interested in taking the B.E.S.T course contact the instructor located in your county or a county near you. This list will be updated as Child Care Aware West/Central receives information.
Wright County: Kai T. Sin [email protected]
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