Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health 101

The signs of mental health concerns in babies and young children look different than those of adolescents and adults, so oftentimes, the cues they give us go unnoticed. 

As professionals that work with children and families, it’s crucial to understand what infant and early childhood mental health is and how a deep understanding of it can shift the way you serve and care for them. 

Our mission at the SC Infant Mental Health Association (SCIMHA) is to bring more awareness to the issues facing our tiniest and most vulnerable population across the state. 

This FREE training contains 6 short videos explaining what infant and early childhood mental health is and how early relationships can play a role in the mental health of children and their caregivers. 

In this mini-course, you will discover: 

• The foundations of IECMH 

• How relationships, attachment & early experiences shape development

• Serve-and-return interactions and core tasks of early childhood

• Attunement, co-regulation & “good enough” parenting

• Strengths-based, culturally responsive & relationship-centered practice

• Understanding your “background music” and how it affects services

• Reflective practice and mindful self-regulation

• Partnering with families

Suggested Competencies for IECMH Endorsement: Infant/Young Child Development & Behavior, Infant/Young Child/Family Centered Practice, Cultural Humility

Sign up now and get instant access to IECMH 101!