Welcome to the Individualized Professional Development Portfolio
This video provides an overview of the Individualized Professional Development (iPD) Portfolio and its benefits for Head Start, Early Head Start, and child care audiences.
Dual Language Learner Celebration Week 2020
Dual Language Learner Celebration Week 2020 runs Feb. 18–21! A series of professional development courses will be presented to support all Head Start staff serving dual language learners from birth to 5.
Training and Professional Development
Learn how to develop training and professional development programs that build staff capacity and support the continuous improvement of services to children and families.
Education Manager Series
The Education Manager Series is a collection of professional development webinars for Head Start and Early Head Start leaders who support teachers, home visitors, coaches, and other education staff.
Implementing Research-Based Curriculum and Teaching Practices
Explore these 15-minute In-service Suites, a professional development resource for busy staff. Find ways to implement curriculum and teaching practices for children birth to age 5 in various learning domains.
Introduction to the Family Engagement in Early Care and Education Learning Series
Explore the Family Engagement in Early Care and Education Learning Series. Find ways to partner with families to support children’s healthy development and learning.
Using the ELOF to Inform Professional Development
Discover how to use the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework (ELOF) tools to plan professional development. Find ways to help staff in supporting children’s development and learning in the ELOF domains.
Family Engagement in Early Care and Education Learning Series
Use these learning modules in professional development or within higher education course of study. Increase knowledge, skills, and practice about engaging families in early childhood settings.
Individualized Professional Development (iPD) Portfolio
Start learning more with the Individualized Professional Development (iPD) Portfolio. Find ways to use this online platform to support ongoing professional development for Head Start and child care staff.
Professional Development System Frameworks
Find information for states and territories working to meet the 2016 Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) regulations. These regulations are related to the six key professional development framework components.