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
To view previous and upcoming workshops, visit our calendar page.
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Webinar - 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 DetailsPolicies, Procedures and Parent/Provider Contracts 4810-8100
Vicki Lepper
Online Thursday, January 30, 2025 from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Online
Join us to discuss the effectiveness of your policies and parent/provider contracts. We’ll explore the importance of keeping these documents, whether you're starting a childcare or looking to make adjustments to those important documents. Well-crafted policies enhance relationships with families and staff while supporting licensing inspections.
View Workshop DetailsUnderstanding Neurodivergence Inclusion in your Classroom 4810-8100
Jo Chahal
Online Wednesday, February 5, 2025 from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Online
This workshop explores how to build an inclusive classroom that supports all students, including neurodivergent children. Participants will learn tools to address individual needs, create effective routines, and design an environment that fosters growth and success for every child.
View Workshop DetailsWebinar: Self-Care: Beating Anxiety and Brain Stress 4810-8100
Gary Anaka
Online Saturday, February 8, 2025 from 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Location: Online
Is your brain under a constant state of heightened stress and anxiety? Are you experiencing worry, troubled thoughts or excessive thinking? Are you under emotional strain? Are you sleep deprived and fatigued? Do you feel threatened in today’s global health crisis and pandemic? Join this workshop to listen and discover how the brain gets hijacked, the cortisol connection and practical solutions to beat anxiety.
View Workshop DetailsWebinar: Introduction to the Family Support Institute 4810-8100
Cari Rawling
Online Wednesday, February 12, 2025 from 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Online
Join this introductory session to learn about the Family Support Institute (FSI) and how it supports families and individuals with diverse abilities through resources, connections, and advocacy. Discover programs, training, and ways to access or contribute to inclusive community support.
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.
