

Child care providers are charged with ensuring that the children in their care receive well-rounded and appropriate tools to help them develop into successful learners. Many providers cannot afford to stop working in order to continue their own education or certification. We support providers by offering programs and incentives that allow them to continue working while advancing their own professional goals and education.
Established in 2016, the Professional Development Institute (PDI) is an extension of ELC’s Professional Development Department, set to improve the quality of services, support and education for young children. Programs are designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and professional advancement of early childhood professionals through various classes, courses, and conferences offered in face-to-face or web-based formats.
Training and Scholarships
DEPT. OF EDUCATION (DOE) & DEPT. OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES (DCF)
CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE (CDA)
INFANT/TODDLER PROGRAM
CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE (CDA)
PRESCHOOL PROGRAM
CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE (CDA)
DIRECTOR PROGRAM
COMMUNITY TRAININGS
CONFERENCES
SCHOLARSHIPS
ONLINE TRAINING STIPENDS
Resource Room
The resource room is equipped with a laminator, book binder, Ellison Machine, and resource books. Providers can use their own materials or purchase them for a nominal fee. School Readiness providers receive three (3) free yards of laminating per month. Please contact Sharon Denneny at sdennany@elcpinellas.org to schedule a time to use the resource room.
Infant, Toddler, or Preschool
Classroom Support
We can provide support and guidance to any classroom in order to increase quality of care and education, overcome challenges, and/or meet state and local requirements. For more information, contact Sharon Dennany at sdennany@elcpinellas.org
Additional Resources
Our Team
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