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  Learn the essentials of responsive care & Six Essential Policies implementation.
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Our Approach
Professional Development
- Start with an overview
  , or explore by category:
- Observing and Reflecting on Quality
  Develop your skill in program assessment, quality improvement & PITC PARS evaluation tools.
- Promoting Caregiving Practice
  Learn the essentials of responsive care & Six Essential Policies implementation.
- California Partnerships
  California-specific training, developed and subsidized in partnership with the state.
- Supporting Child Development
  Master reflective curriculum planning & child-centered development practices.
- Building Capacity
  Become a certified PITC trainer through intensive institutes & adult learning.
- Custom Training
  Leverage 40+ years of expertise with coaching, consultation, and research support to fit your needs.
Calendar
Resources

Regional Seminar - Infant/Toddler Learning & Development Foundations (Tulare County)

Nov 16, 2026, 6:00 - 8:00pm

Nov 18, 2026, 6:00 - 8:00pm

Tulare County
November 16 and 18, 2026, 6:00-8:00pm
IMPORTANT: Students are expected to attend both days to receive the full content and a certificate for 4 hours.

Infant Care Educator with two infants

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

•Infant/Toddler program administrators
•Infant care teachers working with children birth to 36 months
•Center-based or family childcare providers

GOALS OF THE SEMINAR

Designed to support continuous improvement efforts of infant/toddler programs, this Seminar will help participants to:

•Deepen their understanding of the California Infant-Toddler Learning and Development Foundations
•Apply the concepts covered in the California Infant-Toddler Learning and Development Foundations to support each child’s unique development
•Plan effective infant and toddler curriculum

EVENTS

Date: November 16 and 18, 2026
IMPORTANT: Students are expected to attend both days to receive the full content and a certificate for 4 hours.
Time: 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Location: Virtual

CONTACT

Cori Schmidt | cschmid@wested.org