For Educators

Training and Development

Invest in your professional growth.

At ECC Family Day Home Agency, we believe that professional learning is an ongoing journey. Whether you are new to family day home childcare or an experienced educator, we provide opportunities to strengthen your knowledge, build confidence, and continue growing throughout your career.

📋

Orientation for New Educators

Every new educator receives orientation before opening their day home. Orientation helps educators understand Alberta Family Day Home Standards, agency policies, documentation requirements, daily operations, and expectations for operating a successful family day home program.

📚

Ongoing Professional Development

Learning doesn't stop after orientation. Throughout the year, educators are invited to participate in workshops, meetings, and professional development sessions designed to support continuous learning and improve program quality.

📜

Alberta Standards & Licensing Updates

Childcare regulations continue to evolve. ECC provides guidance on Alberta Family Day Home Standards, policy updates, licensing requirements, and best practices to help educators remain informed and compliant.

🧒

Child Development & Play-Based Learning

Training opportunities focus on supporting children's growth through play-based learning, age-appropriate programming, positive guidance, inclusion, and developmentally appropriate practices that encourage children to learn through exploration and everyday experiences.

🛡️

Health, Safety & Emergency Preparedness

Educators receive ongoing guidance related to health and safety practices, emergency procedures, illness management, medication administration, supervision, and creating safe learning environments for children.

📝

Program Planning & Documentation

Professional development also includes support with program planning, record keeping, required documentation, communication with families, and maintaining organized day home operations.

🤝

Learn Together

ECC values collaboration and encourages educators to learn from one another by sharing ideas, experiences, and successful practices through agency meetings and community events.

🌱

Continue Growing

Professional learning is an important part of providing high-quality childcare. ECC is committed to supporting educators as they continue developing new skills, expanding their knowledge, and building rewarding long-term childcare careers.

📖

Resource Sharing

Educators have access to a growing collection of agency-developed resources, including activity ideas, seasonal themes, educational materials, policy updates, and practical tools that support engaging, play-based learning experiences.