Week of Events
EQEL Year 2, Live Online (April-May 2026)
@ @public This 4-class training series takes place from 6:30-9 pm on Tuesdays: April 14, April 28, May 12, and May 26, 2026 This 10-hour training series is Year 2 of Enhancing Quality Early Learning (EQEL). Before registering, please note: Participants must complete all prerequisites (Child Care Basics and EQEL Year 1) before registering for EQEL Year
EQEL Classes 2026
Enhancing Quality Early Learning (EQEL) is a 20-hour training series completed over two years. EQEL is also part of PACE, the community-based training option for meeting WAC education requirements. Child Care Action Council offers EQEL Year 1 and Year 2 live-online and self-paced throughout the year. Click the Register Now button above to see all
EQEL Year 2, Live Online (June-July 2026)
@ @public This 4-class training series takes place from 6:30-9 pm on Thursdays: June 4, June 18, July 2, and July 16, 2026 This 10-hour training series is Year 2 of Enhancing Quality Early Learning (EQEL). Before registering, please note: Participants must complete all prerequisites (Child Care Basics and EQEL Year 1) before registering for EQEL Year
EQEL Year 1, Live Online (June-Aug 2026)
@ @public This 4-class training series will take place from 6:30-9 pm on Thursdays: June 25, July 9, July 23, and Aug 6, 2026 This 10-hour training series is Year 1 of Enhancing Quality Early Learning (EQEL). Before registering, please note: Participants must complete Child Care Basics before registering for EQEL Year 1. All classes
SELF-PACED COURSE: Understanding Behavior as Communication
📚 Self-Paced 📅 Course Available: Wed, July 1 through Fri, July 31 📍 Canvas: Link will be sent out 1-2 days before the training to the email address that was used to register. 👤 Presenter(s): Yisbely Torres 💲 Cost: $20.00 (+ WA State Sales Tax) ⭐ STARS Hours: 4 📖 Description: This self-paced training encourages early childhood educators to view children’s behavior as a way of
Sunday, July 12, 2026
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Monday, July 13, 2026
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Tuesday, July 14, 2026
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July 14, 2026 -Understanding the Roots of Behavior
Understanding the Roots of Behavior
Challenging behaviors are often the result of unmet needs. Learn more about the important social/emotional needs of children, and what you can do to meet those needs. When needs are met through positive relationships, children will behave better and be ready to learn. Date: Tuesday July 14th Time: 6-8 PM Location: Zoom STARS: 2
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
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July 15, 2026 -The Growing Brain- Everyday Play
The Growing Brain- Everyday Play
To understand the stages and types of play that unfold in early childhood, the role of the brain in this process, and how to maximize children’s learning through play. // We will be exploring what everyday play looks like with young children. We will go through the developmental stages and types of play that unfold
Thursday, July 16, 2026
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July 16, 2026 -VIRTUAL Books that Build Bridges
VIRTUAL Books that Build Bridges
Books that Build Bridges @ Are you unsure how to highlight diversity in your learning environment beyond baby dolls and posters on the walls? Children’s literature offers a unique opportunity to do just that! Children of all ages, from infants to school age, are drawn to stories that reflect their identities and experiences. Come learn
Friday, July 17, 2026
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Saturday, July 18, 2026
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