Why Most Childcare Training Fails Teachers

Why Most Childcare Training Fails Teachers

When I first became a teacher, I thought training would help me feel prepared. Instead, I found myself staring at screens, clicking “next,” and counting minutes until I could download a certificate.

Most state-required training is built for compliance, not learning. It checks boxes instead of building skills. You complete it to stay employed, but rarely walk away with something that sticks.

The problem is how the courses are built. Most are text-heavy or simple videos. Studies show that format only helps you retain 5–10% of what you learn. Even with light interaction, maybe 25%.

That’s not enough when real children are depending on you.