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.
Upcoming Workshops
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Family Child Care Administration Course (4816-8100)
Vesna Krcmar
Mandatory Tech-Session: March 28, 2025 from 6:00 pm to7:30 pm.
4 Saturdays on March 29 & April 5, 12 & 26, 2025 (no class on April 19th).
Time: 10:00 am - 1:30 pm.
Location: Online
Through interactive sessions this 16-hour course guides participants to explore what needs to be considered when opening a Licensed Family Child Care program. Brainstorm ideas, policies, procedures, and proven practices, as well as basic business practices like how to project a business budget, record keeping, organizing expenses and paperwork to be ready for tax season. We’ll identify and review necessary policies and procedures, and as a final assignment participants will learn how to develop, write and review their own Parent Package/Manual containing their Centre’s policies, contracts, daily schedule, programming, etc. This course is not suitable for those requiring professional development to renew an ECE or ECEA certificate.
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Webinar - Philosophies and Theories of Early Care and Learning (4810-8100)
Nora Mejia
Online Monday, March 31, 2025 from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Online
Theories of child development and learning influence both education and childcare practices. In this workshop, participants will explore, analyze, and compare four educational philosophies: Fröbel, Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Waldorf. Through this process, they will reflect on the concept of quality in education and its connection to current practices, methodologies, and theories.
View Workshop DetailsReggio Inspired Approach and Application in an ECE Program (4810-8100)
Pooja Kalsi
Online Wednesday, April 2, 2025 from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Online
This workshop explores Reggio-inspired practices, focusing on creating an environment where children express ideas in a hundred languages. Educators will discuss the history of Reggio programs, the image of the child, and the educator's role. The workshop also covers fostering creativity, co-constructing knowledge, and encouraging inquiry through meaningful relationships with materials.
Wait List: In-Person - Pedagogical Narration & Documentation Networking Night
Lu Jiang and Mateja Dolnicar
In-Person Thursday April 3, 2025 from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Westcoast Child Care Resource Centre
Join us for an In-Person Networking Night at Westcoast Child Care Resource Centre with pedagogists from the Early Childhood Pedagogy Network (ECPN).
View Workshop DetailsTrauma-Informed Practice: Nurturing the Art of Being, Becoming and Belonging (4810-8100)
Tyler J. Summers and Tony Tsang
Online Saturday, April 5, 2025 from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Online
Explore how Trauma-Informed Practice (TIP) fosters well-being, belonging, and resilience in early learning environments. This workshop delves into emotional literacy, diverse perspectives, and applied strategies to create supportive, inclusive spaces. Ideal for intermediate to experienced educators. This workshop emphasizes the art of being, becoming, and belonging.
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.
