Description: Social-emotional development is the foundation of every child’s ability to build relationships, manage emotions, and thrive in a group setting. This training empowers early childhood professionals with practical tools to support young children's emotional growth, self-regulation, and social connections. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the purpose and impact of social-emotional learning, explore evidence-based guidance techniques, and learn how to identify children who may need additional support. The course emphasizes responsive teaching, empathy-building, and proactive intervention strategies that strengthen classroom culture and child well-being.
By the end of this training, you will be able to:
- Define and explain the components of social-emotional development and its importance in early childhood education.
- Implement research-based social-emotional learning strategies to promote self-regulation, empathy, and peer relationships.
- Identify signs of social-emotional developmental delays or concerns and apply appropriate guidance or referrals to support individual children.
Course Information
- Qualifies for 2 Clock Hours | .2 CEUs
- Training includes module & assessment
- Audience: Teachers and Staff Members
- Level: Basic, Intermediate and Advanced
- CDA Competency Statement III: To support social and emotional development and to provide positive guidance
