Mar 14, 2019
Register now for the April 11th Webcast! Register now for the April 11th webcast: Supporting Children and Families through Good Eating Practices.
Mar 13, 2019
No-Cost PDP-Sponsored Pyramid Model Classroom Training Available in 2019. PDP will be sponsoring no-cost Pyramid Model classroom training beginning in April 2019. Deliveries of the Pyramid Model Preschool Modules 1-3 and the Pyramid Model Infant and Toddler Modules 1-3 will be offered at various locations throughout New York State throughout the year. In order to be eligible, you must first create an ECETP account by clicking the "Log In" button in the top right corner of the homepage.
You may search and register for available PDP Pyramid Model training on the ECETP Homepage by selecting "Find"; then "Find Trainings" on the toolbar at the top of the page or by clicking on the "Find Trainings" button in the middle of the homepage. Once on the training calendar site, select the PDP Pyramid Model checkbox under "Program" to find available trainings.
Additional training deliveries will be added to the site throughout 2019, so check back often to see new classes and locations.
Mar 11, 2019
Register now for 2019 Webcast Trainings at a location near you! Webcasts are sponsored by the Office of Children and Family Services and are provided at no cost to you, so be sure to create an account/register through your ECETP account today.
An ECETP account gives you faster access to your training certificates and streamlines the overall registration process. Visit the attached link for a schedule of webcast trainings and to register online.
Jan 31, 2019
IMPORTANT new information is available regarding EIP Scholarships for CDA Assessment and Renewal Fees. Please read!
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This video highlights tips for incorporating science, technology, engineering, art and math into your existing programming. From "6-07-18 Educating for Sustainability".
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