Description: Strong leadership is essential to building a successful early childhood program. This course explores the skills and strategies directors and program administrators need to lead with confidence, manage daily responsibilities effectively, and create a positive workplace culture. Participants will examine the differences between management and leadership, explore leadership styles and advocacy roles, strengthen time management and delegation practices, and learn coaching techniques that support staff growth and program success. Through practical examples and real-world scenarios, directors will reflect on how their leadership impacts children, families, staff, and the overall quality of the program.
By the end of this training, you will be able to:
- Differentiate between management and leadership practices and explain how effective leadership influences early childhood program quality and team success.
- Apply leadership strategies such as communication, delegation, coaching, and time management to support staff development and daily program operations.
- Evaluate leadership responsibilities within early childhood settings, including advocacy, relationship building, and creating a positive organizational culture that supports children, families, and staff.
Course Information
- Qualifies for 2 Clock Hours | .2 CEUs
- Training includes module & assessment
- Supporting downloadable material included
- Audience: Directors
- Level: Basic, Intermediate, Advanced
