Using the Massachusetts

Early Learning

Guidelines for Infants and Toddlers

 Course Description:   

The first three years of life are a time of rapid brain development and learning. Knowledge of how to support learning and put this into practice is critically important for infants and toddlers to reach their optimal potential. In this training, participants will review the foundational elements of infant and toddler care by exploring the Early Learning Guidelines (ELG) for Infants and Toddlers. This training will include an exploration of brain development, relationships, and learning activities designed to support the growth and development of infants and toddlers across domains by using the Early Learning Guidelines.

Course Objectives:
1. Identify the importance of brain development, relationships and partnerships for infant and toddler development and learning
2. Discuss the developmental domains 
3. Describe the structure of the guidelines
4. Outline learning activities to promote ease of use of the guidelines and understanding of this process

More Information

EEC Training Hours: 5

CEU: 0.5

QRIS Standard Alignment: Workforce Development and Professional Qualifications

Core Competency: Learning Environments and Curriculum