But let’s face it - keeping your staff strong in the face of high turnover is a challenge fit for the mightiest of heroes. That's exactly why we're over the moon to bring you our brand new ECE Learning Paths!

Consider this: lightning-fast onboarding that turns rookies into pros, a confidence booster for your newbies, a trimmed-down to-do list for you, and a golden standard for all to follow. 

That's the promise of our Learning Paths. Available exclusively through our Group Subscription, they are designed to guide your team's growth—from their first day to advanced practice.

Say goodbye to the usual headache of juggling staff development. Welcome a streamlined solution designed to set a standard for staff learning. 

Get ready to watch your team flourish, eager newcomers and skilled vets alike, with a little help from our Learning Paths. 

Meet our Brand New Learning Paths

Think of them as an essential addition to your professional development (PD) toolkit. These paths are packed with in-demand topics, featuring curated coursework and comprehensive modules—all meticulously tailored to meet the diverse needs of your team. 

Whether you're setting new foundations for your new hires or seeking excellent refreshers for your more experienced staff, these Learning Paths are designed to give every educator the edge they need to shine. 

Onboarding Foundations 🚀:

Imagine welcoming new educators to your team who can quickly understand their roles, manage their classrooms effectively, and confidently support child development from the get-go. Our Onboarding Foundations Learning Path, with 10 hours of targeted content, turns this into reality by providing a shared knowledge base that ensures all educators—newcomers and veterans alike—begin from a consistent starting point.

Curated Curriculum: The Onboarding Foundations Learning Path includes key modules such as Ethics and Responsibilities, Child Development Essentials, and Mastering Classroom Management.

Real-life Application: Jenna, fresh to the ECE world, joins your team. The Onboarding Foundations Learning Path becomes her roadmap, swiftly guiding her from being a novice to a classroom-ready professional, saving you time on training and accelerating her ability to contribute meaningfully to your center.

Infant/Toddler Blueprint 🍼👶:

Consider the complexities of nurturing infants and toddlers—a task requiring specialized knowledge about their health, safety, and unique developmental stages. The Infant/Toddler Blueprint, a comprehensive 20-hour curriculum, dives deep into these critical areas. It offers your team concrete skills to optimize the crucial early years of a child’s life.

Curated Curriculum: The Infant/Toddler Learning Path includes key modules such as Health, Safety, and Nutrition, Developmental Milestones, and Creating Supportive Environments.

Real-life Application: When there’s a spike in toddler biting incidents, your staff will have the strategies and techniques from the learning path at their fingertips to address the behavior effectively and compassionately.

Preschool Blueprint 🎨📚:

Preschoolers are at a stage brimming with curiosity and are ripe for learning adventures. The Preschool Blueprint Learning Path provides 18 hours of rich content that empowers your educators to capitalize on these formative years with approaches that inspire young minds in safe, creative, and empathetic environments.

Curated Curriculum: The Preschool Blueprint Learning Path includes key modules such as Essentials of Safety and Nutrition, Developmental Insights, and Enhancing Learning Environments.

Real-life Application:
Your team learns to navigate and defuse conflicts by encouraging empathetic communication, turning a typical squabble over toys into a teachable moment that nurtures emotional intelligence and fosters a more harmonious classroom dynamic.

Behind the Scenes 🎬✨

Let’s reveal the journey behind our Learning Paths, inspired by our 2023 "Learning Paths in Early Care and Education" white paper. That research wasn’t just for show; it sparked our Instructional Design team to action, prompting the development of tools that directly enhance your staff's training.

Enter Erica Goldthorp. Not just the VP of Client & Product Development and a co-author of that pivotal white paper, but also a key player in bringing these Learning Paths to life. Her extensive experience in early education guided these resources, ensuring they’re not just packed with knowledge, but also practical for your everyday teaching needs. As Erica puts it, “We wanted these Learning Paths to bridge the gap between theory and practice, providing educators with tools that are both insightful and immediately useful in their daily work.”

We're thrilled to introduce this pivotal resource and can't wait for you and your team to experience its benefits first-hand.

Q&A Session❓💡

Q: What impact does Specialized Learning, such as the Infant/Toddler Blueprint, have on my educators' abilities in the classroom?

A: Our specialized learning paths (Infant/Toddler Blueprint and Preschool Blueprint) were designed to equip your educators with targeted knowledge and hands-on strategies for specific age groups. By understanding the distinct needs and behaviors of their students, your staff will be better equipped to manage classrooms effectively and provide high-quality child care. This leads to a more responsive and nurturing environment for the little ones in your care.

Q: Will implementing Learning Paths make a noticeable difference in my staff's performance?

A: Definitely. Our Learning Paths are crafted to uplift your educators' confidence and expand their skill sets, directly impacting their effectiveness in the classroom. When your staff feels more confident, they engage in more meaningful interactions with children, fostering environments that are both nurturing and enriched with opportunities for growth and learning.

Q: How can the Learning Paths support both my new hires and my experienced educators?

A: The Onboarding Learning Path offers an excellent start for new educators, equipping them with fundamental principles and classroom strategies. For veterans, even those familiar with your organization, the comprehensive nature of our Learning Paths (10-20 hours of coursework) provides enriching refreshers that cover beginner to intermediate levels and keep their skills sharp.

Q: What's the cost of accessing Learning Paths for my team?

A: Great news—the cost of our Learning Paths is included in your Group Subscription fee, so there are no additional charges. This means you can provide top-notch professional development for your team without worrying about extra expenses. It's a fantastic way to ensure educational excellence and manage your budget wisely.

Q: Can I rely on Learning Paths to keep my best educators around longer?

A: Absolutely! Embracing our Learning Paths in your center is like unlocking a secret weapon for staff retention. They offer a clear path for your educators to enhance their skills and feel genuinely valued. In turn, this fosters a sense of belonging and satisfaction, making your top talent more inclined to stay. It's about creating a win-win situation where your educators grow and your center thrives.

Q: How do I assign a Learning Path?

A: Assigning a Learning Path is simple and exclusive to our Group Subscription holders. In the course assignment menu, scroll to "Learning Path," and you'll find our tailored options. This streamlined process ensures your team can start benefiting from specialized learning right away.

As you prepare for the bustling back-to-school season, consider how the ECE Learning Paths could be the ace in your pocket. By tapping into this resource, you not only ensure your staff is classroom-ready, but you also demonstrate a commitment to continual growth and quality that parents will notice and appreciate.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to enhance your team's capabilities and foster a more enriching learning environment for the children in your care. 

Grab your group subscription today or, if you're already a subscriber, log in to assign the ECE Learning Paths and set your team on the path to success. 

*Special Note for Maryland, DC, Minnesota, and Oklahoma:

Our ECE Learning Paths will soon be available in your states. We're working hard to bring these transformative resources to you. Stay tuned for an essential update poised to elevate the quality of early care and education in your centers!