Understanding Children: Development, Behavior, and What They Really NeedElite Educational Enterprises

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Understanding Children: Development, Behavior, and What They Really Need

Understanding children’s behavior starts with understanding the child. In early childhood settings, educators are often faced with challenging behaviors, emotional outbursts, and uncertainty about what is developmentally appropriate. This training equips participants with the knowledge and practical strategies needed to interpret behavior through a developmental and trauma-informed lens.

✓ 3 clock hours and .3 CEUs
✓ Live on Zoom with an Elite trainer
✓ Supporting downloadable materials included
✓ Printable certificate

$25 per person or $100 for a group of 5

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Date	Class Type	Price
1/18/2027 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM CST	Virtual	$25.00
1/18/2027 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM CST	Virtual	$100.00
4/10/2027 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM CST - (Virtual) April 10, 2027 \| 9am-12pm	Virtual	$25.00
4/10/2027 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM CST	Virtual	$100.00

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About This Training

Understanding children’s behavior starts with understanding the child. In early childhood settings, educators are often faced with challenging behaviors, emotional outbursts, and uncertainty about what is developmentally appropriate. This training equips participants with the knowledge and practical strategies needed to interpret behavior through a developmental and trauma-informed lens.

Participants will explore how children grow, what influences their behavior, and how to respond in ways that support learning, self-regulation, and positive relationships. This session goes beyond surface-level behavior management to help educators respond with confidence, intention, and effectiveness in real classroom situations.

3 Topics in One Session

Three focused trainings, one live morning on Zoom.

TOPIC 1

Trauma-Informed Practices in Child Care

Learn how trauma and stress impact young children’s behavior, emotions, and ability to learn. This topic explores how to recognize signs of trauma, create emotionally safe environments, and respond to children with sensitivity and support rather than punishment.

TOPIC 2

What’s Right for Their Age: The Power of Developmentally Appropriate Practice

Understand what behaviors are typical at each stage of development and how to set realistic expectations for young children. Participants will learn how to plan and respond in ways that align with children’s age, abilities, and developmental needs.

TOPIC 3

Biting Behavior in Early Childhood: Why It Happens and What to Do

Take a focused look at one of the most common and challenging behaviors in early childhood settings. This topic breaks down why biting occurs, how to prevent it, and how to respond effectively to support both the child who bites and the child who is bitten.

Perfect For

✓ Infant, toddler, and preschool teachers
✓ Assistant teachers and support staff
✓ Directors training their team together
✓ Educators working toward their annual training hours

Your Registration Includes

✓ 3-hour live virtual session on Zoom
✓ 3 clock hours and .3 CEUs
✓ Supporting downloadable materials
✓ Printable certificate
✓ Interactive discussions and practice activities

Virtual Learning Requirements

To receive credit for the live session, please plan for the following:

✓ Log in from a computer with a working camera and audio and a reliable internet connection. Phones are not allowed.
✓ Stay on camera for the entire session, fully engaged and free from distractions. This includes no caregiving duties, no work tasks, and no participating from a vehicle.
✓ Take an active part in discussions, polls, and questions.
✓ Attendance is checked randomly throughout the session.

Late arrivals, early departures, or not meeting these requirements will result in removal from the class with no refund.

Learn From Elite Trainers

Elite trainers are qualified subject matter experts with demonstrated experience in early childhood education and adult learning. Each instructor is selected for their professional credentials, field experience, and commitment to high-quality professional development that supports educator growth and program excellence.

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