Professional Development
Grow Your Skills. Better Serve Kentucky's Children.
At Child Care Council of Kentucky, we’re here to help you meet state requirements, build confidence, and expand your professional qualifications so you can provide the best possible care for children in your program.
Professional Development & Required Trainings
Child Care Council of Kentucky helps providers meet state requirements by offering the trainings and certifications needed to stay compliant and confident in their roles.
Orientation for Early Care and Education Professionals
This mandatory 6-hour online training covers:
- Health, Safety, & Sanitation (2 hours)
- Recognizing & Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect (1 hour)
- Recommended Practices in Early Care & Education (3 hours)
All child care employees in Kentucky must complete this training within their first 90 days of employment. Successful completion fulfills the Division of Child Care’s (DCC) regulatory requirement for First Aid and CPR training.
Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma
Protect children by recognizing the signs.
Required by
House Bill 285 and
KRS 199.986 / 922 KAR 2:090, this course covers:
- Statistics on abusive head trauma
- Identifying normal vs. abnormal bruising using TEN-4 FACES-p
- Anatomy of the infant head and brain
- Reporting requirements and documentation
- Risk factors in families and caregivers
- Safe sleep practices and environments
Commonwealth Child Care Credential
(CCCC)
Build your foundation in early childhood education.
Awarded to professionals who complete
60 hours of approved instruction, our CCCC course is:
- Offered year-round
- Online and self-paced
- Typically completed in
13 weeks
Child Development Associate (CDA)
Advance your career with a nationally recognized credential.
The
CDA credential, administered by the Council for Professional Recognition, is a key step in your professional journey. Our program is:
- Available year-round
- Online and self-paced
- Typically completed in
13 weeks
Scholarships Available.
Scholarships are available for both the Commonwealth Child Care Credential and the Child Development Associate courses to help you achieve your goals without financial barriers. Explore the resources below.
Non-College Scholarship Program
CDA Process for Scholars
Professional Development Coaches
We help early childhood professionals thrive.
Online Trainings
Learn at your own pace, on your own time. These flexible, on-demand courses are TRIS approved and entered into TRIS within 10 days of completion.
In-Person Trainings
Prefer in-person learning? We offer live, classroom-style trainings each month, led by experienced professionals who know early childhood.
Book-Based Trainings
For those who love to read, we offer a curated list of early childhood education books. Complete a reading and assessment, and earn credit for your growth.
Zoom Trainings
Learn from home or wherever’s convenient. Zoom sessions are engaging, accessible, and packed with insight — without the commute.
Pay As You Go
Training Resources
Kentucky Family Guide
Kentucky has revised Early Childhood Standards for professionals and a new Family Guide to go along with them. In this session, families will learn how they too can use the standards while interacting with their children at home. Parents are the first and most important teachers children have and we want to enhance the opportunities families have to prepare their children for kindergarten.
Tips for Parents Managing Stress
Learning to manage stress can give you the patience, energy and perspective to be the parent you want to be. And it will pay dividends for your health and ability to function well. In this session we will learn healthy tips for stress management!
40 Years of Service
The CCC offers a variety of training options to meet the needs of your staff. All trainings provided meet the requirements for the Training Records and Information System (TRIS) credit.
Through our programs, you can:
- Complete required annual trainings and refreshers
- Earn and maintain state certifications
- Access a calendar of approved courses and workshops
- Receive support preparing for program assessments or renewals
Let us handle the complexity—so you can focus on delivering exceptional care.
Certification & Training Made Easy
Save with Membership & Bulk Enrollment.
Paying for training by the hour can add up fast — especially when you're managing multiple staff. Our membership options are designed to save you time, money, and stress.
Enroll multiple staff under a single membership plan. It’s the smartest way to meet training requirements while supporting professional development across your center or organization.
How to Get Started
Become a Member
Unlock access to everything we offer: guidance, training, and a connected community that truly understands your day-to-day.
Access Resources & Training
As a member, you’ll get access to state-approved trainings (live and on-demand), downloadable guides and toolkits, and more.
Hear from the people we serve...
Testimonials
Member
Child Care Council of Kentucky
“Wonderful training. I enjoyed the encouragement of written reflection. Reflective writing is truly how I retain information on a deeper level.”
“The speaker that you had on the videos was great and down to earth! I loved listening to her and her experiences; she made everything make sense!”
Member
Child Care Council of Kentucky
“I really enjoyed learning more on this subject and how to potentially prevent [child abuse].”
Training Attendee
Child Abuse Prevention Training
Need Help Finding the Right Fit?
(859) 254-9176
Call Our Office
debbie.link@cccofky.com
Email Us
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I’m a parent or caregiver — where should I start?
Start with our Families & Educators page for resources, support programs, and guidance to help you give your child the best start in life.
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I’m an early childhood professional — what can I access?
You’ll find professional development, training, and peer support through our educator-focused programs. Visit the Families & Educators page to learn more.
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I represent a business or agency — can we partner?
Absolutely. Head to our Businesses & Agencies page to explore collaboration opportunities that strengthen your workforce and your community.
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Not sure where to begin?
We’re happy to help. Let’s talk and find the best place to start based on your goals.
