Daycare Staff Training
We believe a skilled, well-trained team is essential to high‑quality early care. Our program is fully aligned with Virginia’s childcare licensing standards – providing the required 16 hours of annual training – while focusing equally on practical skills and the emotional well-being of both children and caregivers.
Drawing on the latest child development research, real-life parenting insights, and professional expertise, this course equips your staff to create a safe, nurturing environment where every child can thrive.
We believe a skilled, well-trained team is essential to high‑quality early care. Our program is fully aligned with Virginia’s childcare licensing standards – providing the required 16 hours of annual training – while focusing equally on practical skills and the emotional well-being of both children and caregivers.
Drawing on the latest child development research, real-life parenting insights, and professional expertise, this course equips your staff to create a safe, nurturing environment where every child can thrive.
We believe a skilled, well-trained team is essential to high‑quality early care. Our program is fully aligned with Virginia’s childcare licensing standards – providing the required 16 hours of annual training – while focusing equally on practical skills and the emotional well-being of both children and caregivers.
Drawing on the latest child development research, real-life parenting insights, and professional expertise, this course equips your staff to create a safe, nurturing environment where every child can thrive.
We believe a skilled, well-trained team is essential to high‑quality early care. Our program is fully aligned with Virginia’s childcare licensing standards – providing the required 16 hours of annual training – while focusing equally on practical skills and the emotional well-being of both children and caregivers.
Drawing on the latest child development research, real-life parenting insights, and professional expertise, this course equips your staff to create a safe, nurturing environment where every child can thrive.
Comprehensive Daycare Staff Training (Virginia-Compliant)
We believe a skilled, well-trained team is essential to high‑quality early care. Our program is fully aligned with Virginia’s childcare licensing standards – providing the required 16 hours of annual training – while focusing equally on practical skills and the emotional well-being of both children and caregivers. Drawing on the latest child development research, real-life parenting insights, and professional expertise, this course equips your staff to create a safe, nurturing environment where every child can thrive.
We offer 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, and 10-hour training sessions for daycare staff and service providers. All trainings can be fully customized to fit your business needs!
Key Training Topics
01
Infant to School-Age Care
Best practices for nurturing and engaging children at every developmental stage, from infants through older preschoolers.
02
Intentional Interactions
Developmentally appropriate activities and communication techniques grounded in current research on how children learn.
03
Health, Safety & Compliance
Hands-on training in hygiene, safe sleep, nutrition, and emergency preparedness, plus mandated child abuse reporting – covering all of Virginia’s required topics.
04
Team Building & Staff Wellness
Interactive exercises and discussion that strengthen staff collaboration, communication, and emotional awareness. This focus on teamwork and self-care helps caregivers manage stress and maintain a positive workplace culture.
05
Reflection & Continuous Improvement
Guided reflection activities and mindfulness techniques that promote ongoing learning and a culture of reflective practice. Caregivers learn to observe, adapt, and grow professionally.
06
Family Engagement & Care Coordination
Strategies for effective communication with parents and seamless coordination of care. Your team will learn how to involve families as partners and ensure every child’s needs are met through collaboration.
Expert-Led, Research-Based Approach
This curriculum was developed by a mental health support specialist with a BS in psychology (focused on child psychology) and a hands-on parent. It merges academic research with real-world experience to offer practical, heartfelt training for early childhood caregivers. Rooted in proven early-childhood development science, the program supports both children and caregivers by emphasizing well-being, skill-building, and long-term impact.
- Developed by a child psychology expert and parent, blending theory with real-life parenting insight
- Grounded in robust early-childhood research showing the lifelong benefits of quality early learning
- Focused on all areas of child development: physical, cognitive, social, and emotional
- Translates academic theory into practical, easy-to-apply strategies for caregivers
- Goes beyond basic compliance by including life skills and wellness practices for staff
- Prioritizes caregiver well-being, recognizing that happy, healthy staff create better environments for children
