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
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Thriving Environments 4810-8100
Jo Chahal
Online Thursday, December 12, 2024 from 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Online
In this workshop we will delve into creating classroom setups that foster children's growth from their perspective. We'll explore strategies to establish an inclusive space where every child feels they belong. Our classrooms, acting as our third teacher will be examined through open discussions, allowing us to transform theory into practice.
View Workshop DetailsIn-Person - Child Care Providers Winter Celebration Night
Westcoast Child Care Resource Centre
In-Person Thursday December 19, 2024 from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Westcoast Child Care Resource Centre
Join us for an In-Person Providers Winter Celebration at Westcoast Child Care Resource Centre. Let’s have some hot chocolate, fondue and network! Open table games will be available. All early year's professionals are welcome! (RLNR, ECE, ECEA). We look forward to seeing you.
View Workshop DetailsChild Care Licensing Regulations: The What and The Why 4810-8100
Glenda Burrows
Online Wednesday, January 8, 2025 from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Online
Join us to familiarize yourself with Child Care Licensing Regulations, explore risk management, and engage in a Q&A session.
View Workshop DetailsAdministration and Management for Child Care: Instructor-Guided Course 4826-8011
Kelsey Anderson
Online 5 Saturdays, from January 11 to February 8, 2025 from 9:00 am - 3:30 pm (includes a 30-minute lunch break)
(Jan 11, 18, 25, Feb 1 & 8, 2025 )
Location: Online
This instructor-guided Administration & Management for Child Care (AMCC) course provides a comprehensive overview of all aspects of leadership development. It’s ideal for leaders who are looking to improve or expand their program’s operations, as well as ECE students and educators looking to become child care leaders in BC.
Thanks to valuable funding Westcoast is able to offer this 40-hour course for only $100!
View Workshop DetailsMindful Communication: Shaping Confident and Resilient Children 4810-8100
Reena K. Kukreja
Online Thursday, January 16, 2025 from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Online
Join us for an interactive workshop on mindful communication, tailored for parents and educators. Learn practical strategies to foster confident, resilient children and enhance their emotional intelligence. Walk away with powerful tools to nurture their well-being and support their growth.
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. Follow the link below for more information on 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.
