I am a Relationship Based PD Generalist / Specialist (Coach) and I want to...
become a WA State-Approved Trainer

State-approved trainers provide ongoing learning opportunities that support the mastery of core competencies, introduction of instructional strategies and foundational concepts in child and youth development and program administration.  State-approved trainers may provide workshops, host online trainings, facilitate professional learning communities that will count toward the training requirements for licensed child care professionals referenced in WAC 110-300. More information can be found here: https://www.dcyf.wa.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/Quality_Assurance_Program_Guide.pdf

Requirements:

• Must be approved as a trainer by DCYF
• Meets the trainer competencies
• Understands Washington’s guiding frameworks
• Understanding of adult learning theory and instructional design
• Knowledge of the content area of the offered training

Educational Pathway:

Minimum of an Associate Degree