Early Learning is Birth - 3rd Grade
Early learning encompasses all areas of a child’s learning and development from birth through 3rd grade. During these first eight years, children learn essential skills and develop rapidly—physically, socially, emotionally and cognitively. Their early experiences lay the groundwork for their future success in school and in life. Early learning professionals provide knowledgeable, high-quality care and education to help young children achieve their full potential.
Framework
A professional development system refers to the pathways and requirements needed for a profession. This includes the position or role requirements as well as ongoing education and training opportunities to help professionals continue to grow and learn.
Professional development is a comprehensive framework of professional preparation and ongoing learning support for early childhood and school-age professionals across a variety of roles, settings and sectors. It encompasses higher education, relationship-based professional development and training.
Through the Career Planning Portal, you will be able to locate information that will help connect you to higher education advisers who will help you complete needed education for your current or future role in the field of Early Childhood.