a high-quality workforce for the care and education
of children and youth from birth to 21 years of age.
Training Options
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Face-to-Face Training »
is interactive and experiential! We provide opportunities for optimal learning and reflection via hands-on experience in all our family of products and programs. |
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Online Training »
is never boring or dull. We use activities, games and other instruments to engage the learner whether blended, self-paced or in a webinar format. |
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Facilitator Training »
is an opportunity to obtain more skills and professional tools for your organization or career with our family of products. |
News and Insights
LINC! Spotlight on a Partner
The Local Investment Commission (LINC) is a citizen-driven community collaborative involving efforts by the state of Missouri to work with neighborhood leaders, citizens, business, civic and labor leaders to improve the lives of children and families in the Kansas City region. The LINC Educare initiative promotes early childhood education through a simple approach: educate and […]
Francis Institute for Child & Youth Development Updates
Recently, a colleague asked me about the status of our organization, Francis Institute for Child & Youth Development on the Metropolitan Community College-Penn Valley campus. We have several partnerships in the community; Mid America Regional Council, Local Investment Commission, Better KCTV 5, and other area agencies. Nationally, we work with Child Care Aware of America, […]
Desired Results Developmental Profile Training
Desired Results Developmental Profile Training: The DRDP observation assessment tool is designed for teachers to observe, document and reflect on the learning, development and progress of children who are enrolled in early care and education programs. Results are used by the teacher to plan curriculum and to guide continuous program improvement. This training is appropriate for […]