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Early Childhood Education and Training Program

e-Learning trainings are a convenient way for all child care providers in New York State to meet their required training hours at no cost.

Funding is available to help child care providers obtain professional development and education, to help facilities offset the cost of MAT training.

Virtual Classes offer interactive online training on early childhood education topics. Classes are instructor-led and feature video, interactive discussion, activities and resources. Classes can be taken on a desktop computer, smart phone, tablet or other device.

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Aug 18, 2025

Fall Administrative Preparations. 

As educational programs across New York prepare for another school year, child care programs have an important opportunity to strengthen foundational practices that support quality care. Proper documentation, clear communication with families, and adherence to state requirements form the backbone of every successful program. Now is the perfect time to review these essential elements.

Consider the key priority of maintaining accurate Day Care Enrollment form (otherwise known as the blue card, for each child. Ensure emergency contacts, health records, and permissions are up-to-date. These important documents don't just keep programs compliant with OCFS regulations, but also help to create safer learning environments.

Equally important is establishing clear communication channels with families from day one. Whether through welcome packets, parent orientations, or daily check-ins, consistent outreach fosters trust and keeps families informed about program updates and their child's progress.

For support with these annual preparations, the Early Childhood Education and Training Program (ECETP) offers relevant professional development opportunities. Visit us to explore training options that can help your program start the year strong.


Aug 18, 2025

Preparaciones administrativas de otoño. 

Mientras los programas educativos de Nueva York se preparan para un nuevo año escolar, los programas de cuidado infantil tienen una importante oportunidad de fortalecer las prácticas fundamentales que apoyan una atención de calidad. La documentación adecuada, la comunicación clara con las familias y el cumplimiento de los requisitos estatales son la base de todo programa exitoso. Ahora es el momento ideal para revisar estos elementos esenciales.

Considere la prioridad clave de mantener preciso el Registro de cuidado diurno, (también conocido como la tarjeta azul) para cada niño. Asegúrese de que los contactos de emergencia, los registros de salud y los permisos estén actualizados. Estos documentos importantes no solo mantienen los programas en cumplimiento con las regulaciones de la OCFS, sino que también ayudan a crear entornos de aprendizaje más seguros.

Igualmente importante es establecer canales de comunicación claros con las familias desde el primer día. Ya sea a través de paquetes de bienvenida, orientaciones para padres o controles diarios, el acercamiento constante fomenta la confianza y mantiene a las familias informadas sobre las actualizaciones del programa y el progreso de sus hijos.

Para apoyar estos preparativos anuales, el Programa de Educación y Capacitación de la Primera Infancia (ECETP) ofrece oportunidades de desarrollo profesional relevantes. Visítenos para explorar las opciones de capacitación que pueden ayudar a su programa a comenzar el año con fuerza.


Aug 11, 2025

Final 2025 "Active Supervision in Child Care" training dates. 

Don't miss out! There's only a few dates left for the first in the series, "Active Supervision in Child Care" training.

Classes are available in English and Spanish from 1:00-2:15PM on:

  • Tuesday, August 19th
  • Tuesday, August 26th
  • Wednesday, September 10th

To receive 1.25 hours of training credit, you must register through your own ECETP account, attend the entire training and successfully complete the post-test by answering 7 out of 10 questions correctly.

Remember, it is important you pay attention during the training because you will ONLY have one chance to pass the test at the end. If you don't, you will need to register for another session and take the test then.

Don't miss out on this important training opportunity. Register today!


Aug 11, 2025

Fechas finales de 2025 de la capacitación "Supervisión activa en el cuidado infantil". 

¡No se lo pierda! Quedan pocas fechas para la primera capacitación de la serie: "Supervisión activa en el cuidado infantil".

Las clases están disponibles en español e inglés de 1:00 a 2:15pm en los días:

  • martes 19 de agosto;
  • martes 26 de agosto; y
  • miércoles 10 de septiembre.

Para recibir 1.25 horas de crédito de capacitación, debe registrarse a través de su propia cuenta ECETP, asistir a toda la capacitación y completar con éxito la prueba posterior respondiendo correctamente 7 de 10 preguntas.

Recuerda que es importante que preste atención durante la capacitación, ya que SOLO tendrá una oportunidad de aprobar la prueba posterior al final. Si no pasa la prueba posterior, tendrá que inscribirse en otra sesión y realizar la en ese momento.

No se pierda esta importante oportunidad de capacitación. ¡Regístrese hoy mismo!


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Distance Learning (e-Learning) Courses

This video describes how to use the OCFS Reviewed Distance Learning Courses page, clarifies what courses count for training credit and which ones do not, and tells how to determine when a distance learning course can be used by providers to help them fulfill their required training hours.


The New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Bureau of Training offers FREE 24/7 online Mandated Reporter Training in Child Abuse and Neglect/Maltreatment Identification.

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The Professional Development Program is accredited by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and offers IACET CEUS for its learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET Continuing Education and Training Standard.

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