Are you a trainer or an agency that provides training to child care providers or others in the field of early care and education, school-age, and youth development? If so, the trainer and training approval process is a way for you to validate the trainings that you provide as part of the larger professional development system.

Trainers interested in becoming Registry-approved must first apply. The process includes applying as a trainer as well as submitting training for approval. There are resources available to assist you in completing your application.

Requirements

After you are approved, you must complete the following online trainings in order to become an active trainer:

• Adult Learning Theory and Presentation Skills
• Registry Orientation training

Once both are completed, you will be considered an active, Registry-approved trainer. Approval is valid for three years and you may submit additional trainings for approval during that time.

Types of Trainers

There are three types of trainers approved through the Registry.

• Apprentice Registry Trainers—Individuals who primarily train people in the field of early care and education, school-age, and youth development and have less than 12 contact hours of documented experience providing instruction to adults within the last three years. Approved Apprentice Trainers must use a Registry-approved co-trainer until they have acquired 12 contact hours providing instruction to adults.
• Registry Trainers—Individuals who primarily train people in the field of early care and education, school-age, and youth development and have at least 12 contact hours of documented experience providing instruction to adults within the last three years.
• Specialty Trainers—Individuals who provide training on special topics related to the field. Examples of these topics are CPR/First Aid, business practices, technology, etc.