Early Intervention and Your Role
- Gain the knowledge and confidence to recognize developmental delays from birth - 5 years
- Get tips for sharing concerns with families
- Learn the early intervention referral, testing, and eligibility process
- Gain tips for collaborating with early intervention specialists
Your training includes a digital handbook. Resources at your fingertips, forever!
- Developmental checklists for speech and language, fine motor, gross motor, and feeding you can use to gather information or share at parent - teacher conferences
- Step-by-step explanations of the early intervention referral and evaluation process
- Clear breakdowns of IFSPs, IEPs, and 504 plans
- Bonus: Real examples of what to say when sharing concerns with families, so you feel confident navigating each step.
Recognize Concerns. Start Conversations. Understand the Process.
See what early childhood educators are saying
The training was very interactive, and it was made for me to understand every concept that was taught during this training"
All of this information is sooooooo informative and I knew none of it before this class.”
Thank you for all the explanation of the "alphabet soup" :) Really enjoyed the info and being able to hear from others in other states."
By the end of this 2 hour | 0.2 CEU training, participants will be able to:
- Identify programs, terms, and resources that support children with special needs
- Name the referral process for 0-3 and 3-5 year olds
- Select best ways to collaborate with other providers
Frequently Asked Questions
What age group is this training designed for?
This training covers the full early intervention process from birth through preschool, including both early intervention services (birth–3) and school-based services for preschool-aged children (3–5). The strategies apply to infant, toddler, and preschool educators.
What type of early childhood education settings is this training for?
Any! This training is designed for preschool classrooms, child care centers, pre-k programs, Head Start classrooms, and family child care providers working with young children.
Will this training help me if I have a child I think is behind on their development?
Yes. Many educators take this training because they want to feel more prepared before concerns come up so they know exactly what steps to take when they do.
Is this training approved in my state?
We are an IACET and NWRA recognized organization and many states accept elective hours. This training is specifically approved by these individual states and their registries (as applicable):
Alabama, Connecticut, D.C. (2 CKA's (2) Inclusive Practices), Delaware (DEEDS), Florida, Georgia (2.1, 2.2, 2.3), Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland (2 COK's (2) Special Needs) North Carolina, Pennsylvania (PQAS/ACT-48), South Carolina (SC Endeavors), Texas, & Vermont, Virginia, Wyoming (Stars)
Hi, I'm Kelly
A licensed Speech Language Pathologist, Early Intervention Specialist, Child Care Trainer, and Former Family Child Care Owner
I kept hearing the same thing: "Our trainings don't teach us this." So I created trainings that do!
No fluff. Just practical strategies designed to fit naturally into everyday routines with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers
Training requirements so you get your CEU's
Are Bridging Child Development courses accepted in my state?
Bridging Child Development is an IACET-accredited training organization. This means every training meets the highest standards for professional continuing education, and your CEU's are recognized across the US and internationally. We are also an approved Training Organization with the National Workforce Registry Alliance.
Bridging Child Development meets the child care training requirements for many states and is in the process of approval in all 50 states. Review our state training information pages before enrolling to ensure you receive credit.
Do I need to switch on my camera?
Cameras are encouraged but completely optional. There are break out rooms and other fun activities that you will likely want a camera on for!
I can't stay the whole time, will there be a recording?
No, recordings are not permitted when it comes to live trainings- I will not be recording and participants are not permitted to record. You must be present for the full duration of the training to receive your certificate. Live trainings are hosted in ZOOM but all live trainings are also available in a self-paced format that you can find here.
What is your refund policy?
Cancel at least 24 hours before a live training for a full refund. Cancellations under 24 hours will be transferred to the self-paced version of the same training. There are no refunds once the training has taken place.
When will I receive my certificate?
Certificates are issued within 48 hours of completing your training and evaluation. Be sure to check your promotions and spam folder for an email from kelly@bridgingchilddevelopment.com.
Do you report my hours to my state registry?
Yes! If your state has a registry, those hours will be reported within 48 hours to your state. Make sure you know your registry number if applicable, you will enter that at the start of the training!
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