Professional Development Resources

California Department of Education Video Library

The CDE Streaming Video Subscription Service is now available at no cost! The website is currently being updated to provide free and direct access to all registered users. The latest videos being offered include California Infant/Toddler Learning & Development Foundations, California Preschool Learning Foundations; Program Guidelines, and videos available in Spanish.

Quality Counts California

Quality Counts California is a statewide quality rating and improvement system (QRIS) that supports local and regional agencies in their support of early learning and care providers. Quality Counts California helps these agencies improve the quality of early learning and care programs and inform parents and families on what different quality levels mean for the child.. 

Ventura County Office of Education, Early Childhood Programs

VCOE-ECP has a multi-pronged approach to supporting the professional development of educators in our county. Learn more about different initiatives and local inclusion resources..

California Early Childhood Online (CECO)

This online learning portal from the California Department of Education, Early Education and Support Division provides an integrated set of resources based on state- of-the-art information for early learning and development and best practices in early education.

CompSAT

A competencies-based, self-assessment toolkit, CompSAT is the companion to the CA ECE Competencies. CompSAT guides early educators through a process of self-reflection and authentic assessment in the 12 competency areas detailed in the ECE Competencies.

California Preschool Instructional Network (CPIN) 

• The purpose of the CPIN is to provide professional development and technical assistance to preschool teachers and administrators to ensure preschool children are ready for school. The Network is organized into 11 regions of the state that will disseminate information, training and resources to their particular region.

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

SAMHSA is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America's communities. 

Learn the Signs, Act Early

From birth to 5 years, your child should reach milestones in how he plays, learns, speaks, acts and moves. Track your child’s development and act early if you have a concern. Visit the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to learn the signs, act early!

California Department of Health & Human Services (CalHHS)

• CalHHS has curated an Emergency Resource Guide. Resources listed include emergency department contacts as well as information on health care services, mental health services, and social supports.

California Teaching Pyramid

Social-emotional development is foundational for learning and development in young children, and California is committed to promoting and supporting healthy social-emotional development in all of its children. The California Teaching Pyramid provides a framework to provide tiered supports.

Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation

IECMHC is a prevention-based approach that pairs a mental health consultant with adults who work with infants and young children in the different settings where they learn and grow, such as child care, preschool, home visiting, early intervention and their home.

Trauma-Informed Practices in Schools (TIPS)

• The Ventura County Office of Education proudly presents a 10-part video series on trauma-informed practices in schools. Video modules will guide viewers to learn about adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), the physiological impacts of trauma, and self-care.