All trainings have an associated fee, with the exception of DOE courses, which do not have student fees. The class fee will normally be $5.00, $10.00, or $15.00. To reserve a spot in classes that do not have an associated fee, or for general questions, please call the Early Learning Coalition at (941) 757-2900 ext.2600.
For information on the 40+5 classes required to become a child care professional, please see our Credential and Transcript Information.
Please be advised that if you are in a QRIS program and the course is free or discounted, please email professionaldevelopment@elc-manatee.org with your request to register and to verify your status.
StraighterLine Educational Group Online Training
Free Professional Development for ELC Manatee Providers
ELC Manatee providers have access to 600+ hours of free, online professional development through StraighterLine Educational Group. Courses are self-paced, mobile-friendly, and available in both English and Spanish, with supporting resources designed for educators.
Review the available online training opportunities, complete courses at your own pace, and earn credit for your participation. Training hours may also count toward your 13th Day requirement.
Online Professional Development |
Handle with Care - Trauma Informed Care for Early Learning Child Care Providers
It is important for those working with pre-K-aged children to learn about the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences and how to respond to children in a trauma-informed way. This training will review the impact of ACES on young children, explore the risk and protective factors, identify unique behavioral patterns of infants/toddlers and preschool children, and suggestions on how to respond in a trauma-sensitive way. It also explains the Handle with Care model, as it is set up in Manatee County, and provides a certification of completion upon taking a short quiz. Upon completion of the training, a child care provider will be prepared to receive a Handle with Care notice.
Handle with Care Training |
NEW Training Registration Process
The ELC will now be using LearnUpon to register for its annual Manatee Conference on Young Children (MCYC) and any professional development training. Individuals must create a LearnUpon account in order to register for any training offered through the ELC.
Please follow the instructions on how to use LearnUpon to set up your account to register for trainings. For general questions or assistance with registration, please call (941) 757-2900 ext. 2611.
Click below for a list of all upcoming trainings and to register
Trainings & Registration |
