Foundations Certificate Training
A training for early childhood directors and teachers who want to discover how to support the social, emotional, and mental health needs of children 0-5 in order to serve them well.
Not only does this foundational training develop a baseline knowledge of infant and early childhood mental health, it gives time and space for reflection, which is hard to come by during busy days. Â
Sign Up Now"This class has been informative and educational and I will apply what I’ve learned in my work. Additionally, it has forced me to reevaluate some of the ways I look at things during the course of my work. I appreciate that y’all have forced me to look at new, fresh, perspectives. I am very happy that I took this class, as I feel like I have really gotten something from it! Thank you!" -Foundations Participant
It’s hard to really hear what children and families are trying to tell us through their behaviors.
Sure, you have experience and trainings on childhood development, but have you really dove into the depths of the complicated issues surrounding infant and early childhood mental health (IECMH) and the long lasting impact it has on children?
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We've noticed that most early childhood professionals are still seeking to learn more, especially post Covid.Â
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Since you’ve been doing this work for awhile, you might be feeling like there has to be more you can offer children and families. Their trauma, history, and concerns are often so much to process.Â
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Maybe you’ve felt:
- Ill-equipped to deal with the issues you’re seeing in young children
- Discouraged when solutions don’t seem to fit the needs of your families and children
- Isolated and alone in this work
- Burnt out from little time for reflection and self-care
- Like you want more to offer families
You're not alone.
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Many, if not most, of the directors and teachers we work with felt exactly the same way.Â
They thought they were adequately prepared for whatever their career could throw at them.Â
After some real world experience, it was clear there was more to learn.
Here’s what one recent participant had to say:
"I was initially skeptical because I thought I already knew a lot of the content from my Master's program; however, the Foundations trainers brought the content to life in a way that helped me gain so much insight into viewing things from a more culturally diverse perspective. I am very grateful for all of the personal and insightful stories that were shared."
In fact, one of the common issues we are hearing is that professionals working with children are seeing more challenging behaviors and are feeling overwhelmed and under supported.
Maybe, you’ve been feeling this way as well.
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You aren't sure where to turn for help.
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Until now.
Introducing:
Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health
Foundations Certificate Training
The infant and early childhood mental health support all early childhood professionals need.
Did you know that babies (0-3) create 1 MILLION neural connections per second?Â
Their brains are wired so differently than ours.Â
Healthy relationships matter.Â
As early childhood professionals, knowing the intricacies of baby brain development and how to set them up for social and emotional well being should be the cornerstone of your career.Â
Oftentimes early childhood professionals know some information about babies and their development, but don’t know enough to change their perspective or approach to their cases.Â
After completing the Foundations Certificate Training, directors and teachers can face challenging behaviors with an infant mental health lens. This shows a deeper understanding of the social and emotional development of babies, as well as what they need.Â
As the only infant mental health organization in the state, we are able to provide a comprehensive training from infant mental health specialists that will broaden your approach to babies and young children by helping you:
Articulate core concepts around infant and early childhood mental healthÂ
Identify ways to apply these concepts into your professional role
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Integrate a DEI lens in your work with young children & their families
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Create time and space for self-reflection and self-care
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With Foundations, YOU can help babies THRIVE.
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MODULE 1
Introduction to Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health & Reflective Practice
MODULE 2
Attachment and the Brain in Infant and Early Childhood
MODULE 3
Pregnancy, Birth and the Post-Partum Period
MODULE 4
Infant & Early Childhood Development
MODULE 5
Separation, Trauma, Grief, Loss & Resilience
MODULE 6
Family-Centered Practices and Parenting
Foundations participants share their takeaways:Â
 "This was an excellent training and I look forward to expanding my experience in these areas!"
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"I see myself applying a good bit of this information, especially the videos to help families understand what their children are experiencing during difficult moments."
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“[Foundations] helped me gain so much insight into viewing things from a more culturally diverse perspective. I am very grateful for all of the personal and insightful stories that were shared."
Foundations Certificate Training includes:
Worksheets
Video Recordings
Self-reflectionÂ
 Meditation
Endorsement Hours
Completion Certificate
CommunityÂ
The Foundations Certificate Training will provide you with the in-depth infant mental health knowledge you need to nurture the social, emotional, and mental needs of babies.
Foundations Certificate Training
Dates: October 1, 2, 3, 8,9,10, 15, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24
Time:Â 6:30-8pmÂ
Location:Â Zoom
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This training will take your understanding and competency of infant and early childhood mental health to the next level. You don't want to miss this career altering opportunity!
If you're in need of financial assistance, reach out to our Training Manager, Katrin Wood at [email protected]
What we do.
SCIMHA is a collaborative, multidisciplinary membership association for all infant-, early childhood- and family-serving professionals in South Carolina. As a hub for healthy social and emotional development resources, we help babies thrive.
