Workshops & Training
Professional Development for Certified Early Childhood Educators
Westcoast courses and workshops support the implementation of the BC Early Learning Framework, Schedule G of the BC Child Care Licensing Regulation and the Early Childhood Educators of BC Code of Ethics.
Westcoast is a member of the BC Early Years Professional Development Hub.
For Child Care First Aid courses, register through The Vital Link.
Introducing Storypark: Empowering Family Communication and Engagement in Early Childhood Education.
As Westcoast continues to seek fresh ways to assist our valued community we have forged a partnership with Storypark. Our shared purpose and values make this collaboration a perfect match, and it brings exciting new opportunities for our members to access the Storypark platform <here.
With Storypark, effortlessly elevate the quality of early childhood programs, enhance family engagement, and empower educators with its powerful documtation tools. It's another resource for seamless communication and engagement with families in our care.
Upcoming Workshops
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Child Care Licensing Regulations: The What and The Why 4810-8100
Glenda Burrows
Online Wednesday, January 8, 2025 from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Online
Join us to familiarize yourself with Child Care Licensing Regulations, explore risk management, and engage in a Q&A session.
View Workshop DetailsAdministration and Management for Child Care: Instructor-Guided Course 4826-8011
Kelsey Anderson
Online 5 Saturdays, from January 11 to February 8, 2025 from 9:00 am - 3:30 pm (includes a 30-minute lunch break)
(Jan 11, 18, 25, Feb 1 & 8, 2025 )
Location: Online
This instructor-guided Administration & Management for Child Care (AMCC) course provides a comprehensive overview of all aspects of leadership development. It’s ideal for leaders who are looking to improve or expand their program’s operations, as well as ECE students and educators looking to become child care leaders in BC.
Thanks to valuable funding Westcoast is able to offer this 40-hour course for only $100!
View Workshop DetailsMindful Communication: Shaping Confident and Resilient Children 4810-8100
Reena K. Kukreja
Online Thursday, January 16, 2025 from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Online
Join us for an interactive workshop on mindful communication, tailored for parents and educators. Learn practical strategies to foster confident, resilient children and enhance their emotional intelligence. Walk away with powerful tools to nurture their well-being and support their growth.
View Workshop DetailsIn-Person - Introduction to Neuropsychology: Children’s Learning & Memory 4810-8100
Kathleen Tonnesen
In-Person Saturday January 18, 2025 from 9:30 am - 2:00 pm (includes 30 mins break)
Location: Westcoast Child Care Resource Centre
Join Kathleen for an engaging introductory workshop on Neuropsychology, where you'll explore the intricate relationship between the brain and behavior. Discover answers to questions like: Why do we forget? How do we learn? And how can we enhance long-term memory through enjoyable educational experiences? No rocket science background needed, just a curiosity to learn!
View Workshop DetailsWebinar - Disability and Supporting Families 4810-8100
Karen LeSage
Online Wednesday, January 22, 2025 from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Online
Participants will explore disability terminology, recognize individual strengths, learn about barriers to assessments, and discover effective practices for supporting neurodivergent children and their families.
View Workshop DetailsAdministration & Management for Child Care Course
The online Administration & Management for Child Care (AMCC) course, provides a comprehensive overview of all aspects of leadership development.
This 40-hour Instructor-Guided online course is delivered and guided by expert instructors with years of experience in child care and has been specially designed to support and strengthen innovative practices in leadership. Each one of the eight modules features fully interactive content including training videos, reflection opportunities, quizzes, live Zoom sessions, group work, and a whole Knowledge Base of resources, including downloadable templates and sample forms.
To support the AMCC Course, we have also created the Knowledge Base, a comprehensive online information database for ECE leaders with detailed guidance on all areas of child care leadership.
Find out more about our Knowledge Base here.
Are you short on time? We also offer a 12-hour Self-Guided version with unlimited spaces available and no deadline to register. You can study any time and at your own pace. Learn more about the Administration & Managment for Child Care: Self-Guided Course.
Are you a facilitator offering training in Early Learning and Child Care?
We welcome proposals to deliver professional development training on a wide range of topics related to early childhood education and care, for people working with children from 0-12 years of age, including:
- Early Learning and Child Care Professionals
- School Age Child Care Workers
- Others working with young children and their families
To submit your proposal, fill out the facilitator workshop proposal form below, or contact Natasa Guzina at natasa.guzina@westcoastfamily.org if you have any questions.
