In Florida, early childhood educators working in licensed child care programs must complete 40 hours of introductory training within one year of employment, covering topics such as child care facility rules and regulations, health, safety, and nutrition, child growth and development, and behavioral observation and screening. Additionally, educators are required to complete 10 hours of annual in-service training.
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Access the Florida Early Childhood Professional Development Registry to manage your training records, enroll in courses, and track your professional development progress.
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ECE University is IACET Accredited, ensuring our CEUs meet rigorous international standards. The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) recognizes training from IACET-accredited providers, allowing our courses to count toward the state’s annual in-service training requirements for child care professionals. Our flexible, high-quality online courses support Florida educators in maintaining compliance and enhancing their skills.
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