Early Childhood
Leadership Development Pathway
This online professional learning experience is designed to deepen the expertise of instructional leaders in early childhood education settings. The courses explore history, research, policies and ethics surrounding early childhood education while providing participants evidence-based strategies to use in their programs. This pathway supports program leaders in completing the Overview of Childcare Management courses to qualify for the Florida Director Credential.
Program Overview
The goal of this pathway is for early childhood professionals to gain an understanding of what it means to be effective program leaders by:
Eligible Participants
This pathway is free for all School Readiness & VPK providers in Florida, including:
Format
This pathway is made up of three parts:
How to Enroll
Applications are closed.
To receive updates about this program and other Lastinger Learning programs, please fill out the Program Interest Form.
Stipend Information
Please visit the Stipends Hub for information about the 2025-26 stipends.
Partner with Us
Interested in bringing the Leadership Development Pathway to your organization? Contact our Early Childhood Partnerships Coordinator to start the conversation.
Benefits
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