May 12, 2021
On-Demand Training gives you 24/7 access to a selection of training topics.
On-Demand Training topics include handout materials, activities, and directions for
conducting On-Demand training sessions. Directors and/or qualified trainers in child day
care centers and school-age child care programs can apply to become On-Demand Trainers.
Learn more about On-Demand Training!
May 11, 2021
Attention Training Organizations: Approval for Virtual Training has been extended through 09/30/2021.
OCFS will allow previously approved classroom training and newly approved virtual training (submitted through EIP Event Approval or Aspire Training Approval process) to be delivered using a virtual platform.
In order for participants to receive training credits a written request to conduct trainer-led virtual training must be submitted to the Professional Development Program at Rockefeller College University at Albany (PDP),
in consultation with OCFS, for review and approval. The training must be facilitated by a credentialed trainer.
Complete and submit this survey to be considered for approval.
Apr 14, 2021
New Virtual Class Opportunity.
Registration is now open for the newest virtual class "Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) Process" on Wednesday, April 28th.
Join us for insight into special education services for children, with an emphasis on the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE).
We will also share information about communicating with families and your role as a child care provider working with children receiving special education services.
Capacity is limited, so register today.
Mar 17, 2021
El Programa de Incentivos Educativos (EIP) 2021. Cuidado Infantil del Estado de Nueva York, Programa de Incentivos Educativos: Solicitud de beca y folleto informativo (2021).
Mar 15, 2021
Registration Now Open! NYSB5 Virtual Parent Leadership Conference.
Attention Child Care Providers – Please share with parents of children in your programs!
Resilient Families: COVID and Beyond! - virtual conference will be offered over the course of 3 weeks, on Fridays and Saturdays: April 9th & 10th, April 23rd & 24th, May 7th & 8th.
Friday night sessions 6:30 - 8 PM are family fun nights! Saturday sessions 10 AM - 2 PM will include a variety of speakers and workshops geared just for parents!
Resources, information, and ideas for families will be shared! This event is FREE and open to families with children under six years of age. Follow this link for more information and to register for NYSB5 Virtual Parent Leadership Conference.