Basic Specialized Care is a six-hour introductory training for early childhood and afterschool professionals who serve vulnerable children and their families in regulated child care and afterschool settings. This training is one of the requirements to become a Specialized Care Provider in Vermont. Topics covered include:

Since 2013, the state of Vermont has recognized April 27 as Vermont Youth Appreciation Day, to celebrate "the gifts of Vermont youths to our State through their actions, their contributions, and their promise."

Gain valuable knowledge about grant writing and feel confident to apply when grant opportunities come your way! This training will cover the basics (what are grants, writing clearly, concise and persuasive, how to complete an application) and the more advanced (how to identify which grants are right for you to pursue, and information that is... Read more »

Join us for an overview of safety for your summer programs, including water safety, emergency preparedness, heat precautions, information on air quality and asthma, sun and outdoor safety, and nutrition and hydration from experts from the VT Department of Health. There will also be a panel session incorporating public health, injury prevention, swim safety, environmental,... Read more »