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Early Childhood Education and Training Program

e-Learning trainings are a convenient way for all child care providers in New York State to meet their required training hours at no cost.

Funding is available to help child care providers obtain professional development and education, to help facilities offset the cost of MAT training.

Virtual Classes offer interactive online training on early childhood education topics. Classes are instructor-led and feature video, interactive discussion, activities and resources. Classes can be taken on a desktop computer, smart phone, tablet or other device.

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Feb 10, 2025

NEW Active Supervision in Child Care Training Opportunity. 

Join us for this important virtual training that will provide you with information on creating a culture of safety in your program and teach you ways to implement the strategies of active supervision to keep children safe and prevent injuries.

Choose the date and time that works for you:

  • Tuesday 2/11 from 1-2:15PM
  • Wednesday 3/5 from 6:30-7:45PM
  • Thursday 3/20 from 1-2:15PM
  • Thursday 4/10 from 6:30-7:45PM
  • Wednesday 4/30 from 6:30-7:45PM
  • Wednesday 5/21 from1-2:15PM

This training, available in both English and Spanish, provides 1.25 hours of training credit upon successful completion of a post-test.

Register today!


Feb 10, 2025

NUEVA Oportunidad de Capacitación en Supervisión Activa en Cuidado Infantil. 

Únase a nosotros para esta importante capacitación virtual que le brindará información sobre cómo crear una cultura de seguridad en su programa y le enseñará formas de implementar las estrategias de supervisión activa para mantener a los niños seguros y prevenir lesiones.

Elija la fecha y la hora que más le convenga:

  • Martes 2/11 de 13:15 a 14:15 p.m.
  • Miércoles 3/5 de 6:30-7:45 p.m.
  • Jueves 3/20 de 1-2:15 p.m.
  • Jueves 4/10 de 6:30-7:45 p.m.
  • Miércoles 4/30 de 6:30-7:45 p.m.
  • Miércoles 5/21 de 1 a 2:15 p.m.

Esta capacitación, disponible tanto en inglés como en español, proporciona 1.25 horas de crédito de capacitación al completar con éxito una prueba posterior.

¡Regístrese hoy!


Feb 05, 2025

Black History Month. 

Laying the foundation for inclusivity and global awareness can be achieved in a child's early years, simply by exposing them to a variety of cultures. To help shape their understanding of the world as a rich tapestry of identities, you, as a child care provider, can demonstrate a respect for diversity by celebrating histories and achievements of cultures beyond those represented in your program.

Black History Month offers a meaningful occasion to integrate lessons about contributions from the Black community. By integrating books, songs, art, and stories that highlight Black culture, educators can nurture a deeper appreciation for diversity. Apart from reinforcing positive self-identity, these activities also empower children of color to see their heritage represented and celebrated.

To strengthen that impact, child care providers can additionally benefit from bias training offered through the Early Childhood Education and Training Program (ECETP)Anti-bias Education in Early Childhood/Educación antisesgo en la primera infancia and Implicit Bias in Early Childhood/Sesgo implícito en la primera infancia. Understanding and addressing implicit biases ensures that educators create equitable and inclusive environments for all children. By engaging in training and incorporating diverse cultural perspectives, you play a vital role in cultivating open-minded, compassionate future generations.

Celebrate Black History Month by embracing this opportunity for growth and education—both for yourself and the children in your care.


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This video describes how to use the OCFS Reviewed Distance Learning Courses page, clarifies what courses count for training credit and which ones do not, and tells how to determine when a distance learning course can be used by providers to help them fulfill their required training hours.


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