What's New? (archived items)
Jan 31, 2012
Now accepting applications for Medication Administration Training (MAT) - Training of Trainers (TOT)
Dec 02, 2011
The 2012 EIP/CDA on-line application is available.
Dec 02, 2011
The 2012 EIP/CDA brochure and paper application are available in PDF format.
Oct 20, 2011
Guidance and Discipline for Infant and Toddlers Videoconference Training: November 10, 2011. Something wonderful this way comes. We are proud to announce that the November 10, 2011, videoconference will feature national early childhood expert, Dr. J. Ronald Lally. Dr. Lally will be sharing valuable information on guidance and discipline for infants and toddlers live via satellite from California. Check out this video promo for more details and to get information on how to sign up today.
Oct 11, 2011
New Online Course - Managing Challenging Behavior: 18 to 36 Months. During this fully narrated course trainees will learn important information pertaining to behaviors of toddlers from 18 through 36 months that may be seen as challenging. Learning points of the training are enhanced throughout using video clips and interactive exercises.
Sep 16, 2011
Helping Children Cope After a Natural Disaster. Hurricane Irene and subsequent flooding situations throughout New York State have caused immense damage and destruction. The New York State Office of Children and Family Services has been working with victims all over the state to help them recover from these disasters. Adults are not the only ones dealing with the aftermath. Children are affected as well. This short video shares information about how to help children in care who are struggling with the aftermath of Hurricane Irene and other natural disasters. We hope this information helps those of you who were affected by these events.
Aug 26, 2011
We want your feedback! When you register for any upcoming Videoconference Trainings you will be asked to fill out a 2012 Videoconference Training Survey. This survey will ask about the trainings topics you are most interested in and which OCFS training areas you find difficult to fulfill. There will also be a section where you can share how we might improve videoconferences in the future. Please take some time to consider these survey questions.
Aug 26, 2011
2011 Session II (Fall-Winter) Early Childhood videoconference training schedule.
Jun 29, 2011
New EIP Pre-approved Credential. The Educational Incentive Program (EIP) and the New York State Office of Children and Family Services are proud to announce the addition of the New York State Family Child Care Credential to the list of EIP Pre-Approved Credentials. Read more at the link above...
May 17, 2011
PDP Receives Gold Award from USDLA. On May 4, 2011 the Professional Development Program was awarded a gold level, best practice award for distance learning programming for the on-line training "Preventing Shaken Baby Syndrome" by the United States Distance Learning Association. This award was given for on-line technology in higher education. The USDLA presents international awards for excellence in distance learning for individuals, organizations and companies honoring their outstanding achievements. It is an honor to receive this award for our first on-line training.
Apr 19, 2011
New Online Course - Managing Challenging Behavior: Birth to 18 Months. During this fully narrated course trainees will learn important information pertaining to behaviors of infants from birth through 18 months that may be seen as challenging. Learning points of the training are enhanced throughout using video clips and interactive exercises.
Feb 04, 2011
Print your Videoconference and e-Learning certificates. You are now able to print your own certificates for e-learning and video conference trainings which you have completed. Simply create an account by entering a username and password and completing the demographic survey. If you have registered for video conferences on-line, or you have registered for e-learning courses you should already have created an account. Then go to the print your certificate section of the My Registration page.
Jan 25, 2011
Programa de Incentivos para la Educacion 2011. 2011 Cuidado Infantil del Estado de Nueva York Programa de Incentivos para la Educacion: Solicitud y manual de informacion.
Jan 21, 2011
Videoconference site 725 is temporarily closed. Videoconference site 725 (Springfield Gardens) is unable to host the first three videoconference trainings in 2011 due to construction. Please view our site list for more information and alternate sites in the NYC area.
Jan 07, 2011
Sign up for Early Childhood videoconference training online.
Jan 07, 2011
2011 Early Childhood videoconference training schedule.
Dec 02, 2010
The 2011 EIP/CDA on-line application is available.
Dec 02, 2010
The 2011 EIP/CDA brochure and paper application are available in PDF format.
Oct 26, 2010
New Comprehensive Online Resource Guide for Health Care Consultants.
Sep 20, 2010
New Online Course - Keeping Children Safe: Prevention of Lead Poisoning and Other Dangers to Children. During this fully narrated course, trainees will learn important information pertaining to Prevention of Lead Poisoning and Other Dangers to Children. Learning points of the training are enhanced throughout using video clips and interactive exercises.
Sep 09, 2010
Site 646 is moving. Gick Room Conference Center, 27 Gick Road, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.
Aug 19, 2010
Site 648 is moving. The new location is: 510 West Union Street, Newark, NY 14513.
Aug 04, 2010
Everything you always wanted to know about MAT. We've put everything you need to know about obtaining or renewing your Medication Administration Training (MAT) certification in one spot. Take a look and learn more about MAT!
Jul 26, 2010
New resource on language building for Home-Based Child Care Providers. The National Institute for Literacy has many resources available via their website, for parents, families and caregivers of young children. Developed from scientifically-based research, these publications offer many strategies for preparing young children to be successful readers. Recently released, was Make Time to Talk, which gives tips on language building for Home-Based Child Care Providers.
Jul 22, 2010
New York State Early Care and Education Core Body of Knowledge Framework. National research has shown that the quality of young children's experience in early care and education is directly linked to the amount of specific preparation in early childhood education obtained by the adults providing care for them. The New York State Early Care and Education Core Body of Knowledge Framework (The Framework) outlines the knowledge and skills that professionals who work with young children need to know, understand and have in order to promote children's healthy development. Check it out!
Jul 21, 2010
PDP Projects Win 22nd Annual APEX Awards. Two projects developed recently by the Professional Development Program (PDP) have received APEX Awards of Excellence for Education and Training in the Electronic and Video Publications category: the Tobacco Recovery Resource Exchange e-Learning Hub, and Preventing Shaken Baby Syndrome, an e-learning course.
Jun 30, 2010
New Online Course - Preventing Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and Promoting Safe Sleeping. During this fully narrated course, trainees will learn important information pertaining to Preventing Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and Promoting Safe Sleeping. Learning points of the training are enhanced throughout using video clips and interactive exercises.
Jun 29, 2010
Site 711 has moved. The new address is: Rotterdam Senior Citizen Center, 2639 Hamburg Street, Schenectady, NY 12303.
Jun 15, 2010
Registration for ECETP videoconferences for the second half of the year is now open. Sign up online or download the registration form.
May 03, 2010
NAEYC accreditation of Associate's degree programs. Are you considering going back to school? The highly regarded National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) recently awarded accreditation to Onondaga Community College's Associate of Science program in Human Services, Early Childhood Specialization. This Associate's degree program can be completed on-line from anywhere in NYS!
Mar 29, 2010
Special Summer Safety Videoconference. Join us on Thursday, June 3, 2010, for a special ECETP videoconference training, "Summer Safety: Taking Your Program Outside". Registration is now open.
Mar 26, 2010
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Feb 22, 2010
Subscribe to the ECETP RSS feed. Staying current with the ECETP website just got easier! Click on the orange RSS icon at the bottom of our webpage to view and subscribe to our RSS feed.
Jan 27, 2010
Sign up for Early Childhood videoconference training online.
Jan 22, 2010
Information about talking with children about the earthquake in Haiti.
Jan 13, 2010
Revised MAT Independent Study Course Now Available. All information for MAT Independent Study is now consistent with the new curriculum and has been updated on the ECETP website.
Jan 06, 2010
Free Online Course - Preventing Shaken Baby Syndrome The New York State Office of Children and Family Services and the Early Childhood Education and Training program now offers FREE 24/7 online e-learning courses. You can register anytime by selecting Sign Up for Early Childhood E-learning.
Dec 29, 2009
The 2010 EIP and CDA brochure and paper application are available in PDF format.
Dec 02, 2009
The 2009 EIP Scholarship year is closed. We are no longer accepting new 2009 applications. The 2010 EIP Scholarship Application will be posted as soon as possible. Please check back often for updates.
Nov 23, 2009
Congratulations to Dorothy Thomas of Queens Village, NY! Dorothy was the winner of the EIP College Retention Survey drawing and will be receiving a early childhood "toys and tools" prize package. Thanks to all of the survey recipients that participated in this important data collection effort!
Sep 14, 2009
EIP has issued all available scholarships for the 2009 scholarship year.
Jun 23, 2009
New MAT Independent Study information.
Jun 22, 2009
Read about the Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential.
Mar 11, 2009
OCFS Approved Distance Learning Courses.
Feb 24, 2009
The New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Bureau of Training now offers FREE 24/7 online Mandated Reporter Training in Child Abuse and Neglect/Maltreatment Identification. You can register anytime by visiting www.nysmandatedreporter.org, selecting "Courses Offered" and then clicking to register for "Self-Directed Online Training." This 2-hour web-based training is fully narrated and interactive and features learning exercises customized for the Child Care profession. As you complete each 10-15 minute section, the application saves your progress and allows you up to 30 days to complete the entire course. The Self-Directed Online Mandated Reporter Training course meets the New York State Education Department's mandatory requirements for Training in Child Abuse Identification and Reporting. For technical help registering contact Shannon Flynn at 518-408-4666.
Feb 10, 2009
MAT Rebate application form available online.
Feb 09, 2009
Health and Safety Rebate application forms available online.
Nov 24, 2007
Our website has been honored with a W3 Silver Award for 2007.