To build quality child care there are critical components such as having adequate space, small group sizes and workable adult: child ratios. Another critical element is continuing professional development for those who work in the field.

A working knowledge of how children grow and develop is essential for adults who interact with and teach children. Child care providers, teachers, resource and referral consultants, mentors, parents, and children all benefit from professional development.

This site will serve as a partner in developing your professional development plan. Which piece of the puzzle will you start with? Click on the button to the left to select the field you wish to explore.

For more information about the Institute, email the Coordinator.

What's New

Free Early Educator Certification (EEC) is being made available to another
1,500 Early Educators in North Carolina! Read more...

To learn how you can join the work of the Institute, please email ecpdinstitute@gmail.com.

NC Institute for Early Childhood Professional Development
PO Box 959
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
ecpdinstitute@gmail.com