Staff training

just got easier 

Introducing brightwheel Professional Development, a new learning platform for educators to complete their annual training & development - with hours automatically tracked for you.

Approved by your state*

  • On-demand courses led by experts 
  • Bite-sized modules fit into any schedule
  • Office hours to engage with instructors
  • Tools to put concepts into action
  • Hours automatically added to staff profiles

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*brightwheel Professional Development (in partnership with Child Care Lounge) is approved by the Alabama Department for Human Resources; the Alaska SEED program; Arizona AZ Child Care Licensing; California’s Childcare Licensing; Child Care Aware of Virginia; the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood; the Delaware Department of Education; the Florida Early Childhood Professional Development Registry; the Hawaii Department of Human Services; the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare; the Illinois Department of Human Services; Indiana Learning Paths; the Iowa Child Care Resource and Referral; Kansas Child Care; Louisiana Pathways; Maine Health and Human Services; the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC); the Michigan Department of Lifelong Education and Potential; the Mississippi State Department of Health; the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Childhood; the Nebraska Department of Education; the New Hampshire Child Care Licensing Unit; New Jersey Department of Children and Families, Office of Licensing (NJDCF); New Mexico Kids; the Oklahoma Center for Early Childhood Professional Development (CECPD); the Oregon Registry Online; the Pennsylvania Key; SC Endeavors of South Carolina; the South Dakota Department of Social Services; the Texas Early Childhood Professional Development System; the Utah Registry for Professional Development; the Vermont Agency of Human Services; and the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families.

Don’t see your state? Submit the form to join our waitlist and we’ll let you know as soon as your state is approved.

Why brightwheel Professional Development

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Interactive courses

Videos and interactive activities keep your teachers engaged with research-based courses. View all courses here.

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Office Hours

Instructors have 30+ years of experience in ECE. Ask them questions anytime. 

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Tools & resources

Each course includes resources to help teachers put their learning into action.

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Seamless tracking

Completed courses are automatically added to staff profiles, with custom reports to help you track everything.

 

How it works

TRY IT

Try it out for free

Sign up for your free trial, and our team will help you get started. Up to 3 staff members can try it out too. 

If you like what you see, easily purchase seats for your staff.

 

TRAIN

Complete annual training hours

Your staff have 24/7 access to on-demand courses from any device. New courses are added each month. 

Tool, templates, and resources help your staff put concepts into action. 

TRACK IT

Track hours seamlessly

Tired of manually tracking hours?

Completed courses are automatically added to staff profiles in brightwheel. We can set up custom reports for you too. 

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Classroom Management and the Teacher

Learn how structured routines and teacher-led planning can create calm, organized classrooms that support preschoolers’ emotional and social development.

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Guiding Behavior of Children

Learn how to support children's emotional and social development through practical strategies that promote prosocial behavior, conflict resolution, problem-solving, and a strong sense of classroom community.

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Building Routines for Preschoolers

Discover how establishing consistent routines and schedules help preschoolers feel secure, build independence, and develop emotional regulation and cooperative behaviors.

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Infant and Toddler Development
and Biting

Explore causes of biting in young children and discover ways to guide behavior while supporting emotional development and social skills.

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Building Preschool Friendship Skills

Learn how to support preschoolers in developing core friendship skills through purposeful, responsive teaching and social-emotional guidance.

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Scaffolding Learning

Discover how to guide children’s growth by using scaffolding techniques that support progress from one mastered skill to the next.

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Adversity and Young Children

Learn how adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) affect brain and body development, and why early recognition and support are critical.

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Sensory Play and Sensory Fun
with Toddlers

Learn to design sensory-rich experiences that promote curiosity, regulation, and growth across developmental areas in toddlers.

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Teaching Safe and Healthy Routines with Preschoolers

Explore strategies for building predictable, healthy routines that support preschoolers’ overall development and daily success.

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Partnering with Families

Learn to build strong, culturally responsive family partnerships through effective communication, collaboration, and shared responsibility to support children's development.

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Creating Welcoming Environments
for Everyone

Explore strategies for creating culturally responsive spaces that promote belonging, emotional safety, and inclusive relationships in early childhood settings.

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Inclusive Laws and Early Childhood Education

Understand federal inclusion laws and gain tools to create compliant, welcoming environments for children of all abilities.

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Child Development

Learn foundational concepts in early development and how to apply appropriate practices in early care and education settings.

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Exceptional Children and Inclusive Practices

Learn inclusive practices to support exceptional children by understanding their unique needs and fostering equitable learning environments.

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Managing it All as an Administrator

Learn strategies to manage competing priorities, boost productivity, and feel accomplished in the busy role of early education leadership.

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Social and Emotional Development

Understand the foundations of emotional development and explore ways to help children express feelings, build relationships, and cope with stress.

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Teaching Dual Language Learners

Discover how young children acquire a second language and learn strategies to support dual language learners in building communication skills.

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Language and Literacy in Early Childhood

Explore key strategies to build early literacy skills, including oral language, phonological awareness, print concepts, and storytelling.

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Creating a Healthy and Safe Learning Environment

Discover essential practices for maintaining safe, developmentally supportive spaces that nurture preschoolers’ health and autonomy.

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Math and Science in Early Childhood

Discover effective ways to introduce math and science concepts to young children through engaging content, methods, and materials.

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Nurturing Early Learning through Engaging Interactions and Environments

Learn to support child development using everyday interactions and environments, grounded in the latest research and practical strategies.

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Understanding Toddler Development

Learn to support toddlers’ rapid physical, cognitive, and emotional development with strategies tailored to this critical growth stage.

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Understanding Infant Development

Discover how to nurture infant development by understanding milestones and providing responsive care in the first year.

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Continuity of Care for Infants and Toddlers

Understand how consistent, responsive caregiver relationships promote secure attachment and healthy development, and take steps to implement continuity of care in your program.

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Building a Preschool Classroom Community

Explore strategies to build inclusive classroom communities that foster belonging, connection, and confidence among children and families.

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Building Resilience in Young Children

Learn to foster resilience in young children by teaching coping skills and creating supportive, responsive environments.

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Interactions and Infants

Explore how serve-and-return exchanges support communication, build social-emotional skills, and boost early brain development.

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Responsive Caregiving and Relationships Building

Discover how to foster strong early relationships and boost brain development through intentional, responsive interactions.

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Time Management and the Teacher

Learn time management strategies to boost classroom efficiency, reduce stress, and create more meaningful interactions with children.

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Building a Preschool Classroom Community

Learn to plan engaging, developmentally appropriate circle time activities that build continuity and boost preschoolers’ learning outcomes.

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Concepts of Administration of Early Childhood Education

Explore essential tools for leading early childhood programs, including professionalism, staff development, budgeting, and program planning.

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Cognitive and Language Development

Explore how to support children’s growing brains through intentional strategies that nurture cognitive and language development with lasting impact.

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Health, Safety & Nutrition

Explore key health, nutrition, and safety practices while gaining tools to promote wellness and respond to childhood illnesses and abuse concerns.

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Understanding Ethical Practices in Early Childhood

Explore NAEYC’s Code of Ethical Conduct and learn how ethical principles guide daily decisions in early childhood settings through reflection, real-world scenarios, and interactive activities.

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Art, Music and Movement in Early Childhood

Discover strategies to support children’s creativity through open-ended art, music, and movement activities that foster expression and imagination.

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Physical Development

Explore strategies to encourage physical development in young children through intentional movement, motor skill activities, and educator-guided support.

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Leadership in Early Childhood Education

Learn strategies for building strong family relationships and explore the role of advocacy and public policy in early childhood education.

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Observing and Documenting Development: An Overview

Learn to observe and document children’s development and apply insights to enhance early childhood program planning and support.

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The Brain Architecture - Understanding Brain Development in Young Children

Explore how brain architecture forms and how responsive, nurturing relationships promote strong neural connections and lifelong learning.

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Goal Setting for Administrators

Learn how to set and prioritize SMART goals as a leader, using reflection and planning to effectively manage tasks across days, weeks, months, and years.

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Outdoor Interactions & Environment for Preschoolers

Learn to create purposeful outdoor spaces that foster exploration, confidence, and development through safe, imaginative, and theme-aligned play.

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Super Staff Supervision

Learn reflective supervision techniques to support staff relationships, reduce stress, and encourage professional growth through active listening and collaborative reflection.

 

On-demand, state-certified courses

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