Online Child Care Professional Development
Youth Development U is a premier provider of accredited professional development for child care professionals. Our award-winning, Mobile-First Training™ for child care professionals is carefully created with you in mind.
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SkillPath℠: Social Emotional Learning in Childcare
SkillPath℠: Spanish Language
SkillPath℠: Technology and Digital Literacy
SkillPath℠: Working with Children with Special Needs in Childcare
SkillPath℠: Working with Families, Schools, and Communities in Early Childcare
SkillPath℠: Workplace Safety and Compliance
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are Continuing Education Units (CEUs) offered?
Yes, CEUs are provided for these courses. Please view details of the course to determine how many CEUs are awarded.
How long do I have to complete the course?
You will have access to your training for one year from your purchase date.
How do I get a completion certificate when I finish a course?
After completing a course, go to My Courses and find the completed course. There will be a "Certificate" button where you can view your certificate.
Once I start a course, do I need to finish it before I log out?
You can log out at any time during the course, the system will bookmark (remember) where you stopped. When you reenter the course, it will start where you last left off.
Who can I contact if I have questions concerning this training opportunity?
Support is available 8AM - 5PM EST, Monday - Friday. Call toll-free at 888-685-4440 or visit our Support Hub.
Can I take the test again if I don't pass the first time?
You may take the test as many times as needed until you pass with a score of 75% percent or higher.