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Professional Learning Designed for Early Childhood Educators

Tired of generic, lecture-style PD that completely misses the mark? Our interactive sessions deliver real-world strategies and practical resources to create lasting classroom impact.

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Solve real classroom challenges.

When it comes to PD that tackles classroom challenges and early learning topics, you don’t need more theory. You need real, easy-to-implement solutions that tie directly to the work you do for young children. That’s why we do PD differently.

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PD that aligns with your goals,
classroom needs, and program priorities.

Budget-Friendly

Get high-quality training without the high price tag. Sessions start around $55 per participant, with virtual options eliminating travel costs altogether.

Customizable Learning

Whether you need help with behavior management or curriculum implementation, we’ll personalize sessions to best fit your needs.

Verified Progress

Earn certificates and track learning outcomes for staff evaluations and licensing requirements.

Flexible Scheduling

Sessions occur on various days and times to fit busy schedules, with durations ranging from 90 minutes to 3 hours based on learning needs.

Choose from a variety of virtual training modalities

À la Carte Events

These by-seat sessions occur year-round and are perfect for individuals or small groups.

Private Sessions

Customized sessions to fit the needs of large groups, districts, or organizations.

Virtual Coaching

1:1 or group coaching for educators, administrators, or instructional coaches.

In-Person Events

On-site, hands-on sessions that bring trainers directly to your program or a location of your choice.

You can also register for Free EdWebinars

sponsored by Kaplan’s Classroom Management for Early Learning Community on the EdWeb platform.

Learn More About Free EdWebinars
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Topics Covered

Our professional learning sessions, available in English and Spanish, inspire professional growth and support the development of children ages birth to five. Our most requested topics include:

  • Behavior Management
  • Leadership & Growth
  • Social-Emotional Support
  • Inclusive Teaching Practices
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Environmental Design
  • Science of Reading
  • Multilanguage Learners
  • Universal Design for Learning
  • Health and Safety

Programs Supported

Our sessions are never one-size-fits-all. Each is designed to provide strategies that support classroom realities in early learning settings such as:

  • Head Start and Early Head Start
  • Child Care Centers
  • Family Child Care Centers
  • Public Pre-K
  • Private Programs
  • Military Child Care
  • School Districts
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94 net promoter score out of 100

This was a very well-organized session. I learned so much and am excited to use these new ideas!

Bianca J.

I wish the training sessions lasted longer! They are great and I love learning from other attendees, too.

Karen M.

So much information and ideas to consider implementing in the classroom. Great handouts and materials to utilize, too!

Danielle A.

Hosted by early childhood professionals, for early childhood professionals.

Our 40+ trainers bring real classroom experience and expertise to every session, ensuring you receive practical insights you can implement in your classroom right away. They’ll dive deep, delivering examples and strategies that support your role, goals, and learning outcomes. Plus, they encourage participant interactions throughout, making our sessions feel less like a dry lecture and more like a collaborative exchange of ideas and experiences.

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Get started with Kaplan’s professional learning today!

No matter if you need sessions for yourself, a small team, or your entire staff, our PD solutions are here to support you. While we encourage groups of up to 30 participants to increase engagement and interaction, we can easily accommodate groups of any size, up to 50 or more. Explore our current schedule to find the sessions that fit your needs or reach out to our team to build a professional learning plan that’s just right for you.

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Download our professional learning schedule today!

When you fill out this form, you will receive an email with a schedule of our upcoming professional learning events. When you find the session that is perfect for you or your team, visit our professional learning event registration page and secure your spot!