OLLI Training
Introduction to Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH)
The Connections Between Active Play and Social-Emotional Learning in Early Childhood Tuesday, May 5, 2026 | 1:30PM – 2:15PM Register here.
Join this webinar to learn: (1) four [4] social emotional skills; how active play can encourage skill development; and (3) practices and activities to incorporate into a child’s environment.
Participants can earn three-fourths [0.75] state-approved hour in GaPDS for attending this training in its entirety.
Georgia Association for Infant Mental Health: Birth to Five
Resilient Georgia
Resilient Georgia is also advancing a trauma-informed workforce through its Infant & Early Childhood (IEC) Professional Development Course, a free, self-paced learning opportunity for early childhood professionals across Georgia. The course integrates the latest science on child development with practical CRM skills and offers DECAL-approved training hours, along with opportunities to connect with peers through a statewide learning community.
Resilient Georgia’s Trauma-Informed Early Care Guide supports early childcare centers in their path to becoming trauma-informed by creating safe, relationship-centered environments. The guide also highlights uplifting policies and practices across Georgia that support children, families, and educators.
Additional resources include the Resiliency Zones Guide, a curated parent/caregiver resource page, a “Take Time to Connect” parenting video, and Learning Cards, which help build a shared language around PACEs, resilience, and healing. Connect with your regional coalition here!
Georgia Department of Education
COX Campus Social-Emotional Health
Connections Matter Georgia
Connections Matter Georgia is an interactive discussion-based curriculum that educates on the intersecting topics of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), trauma, brain development, and resilience.
Child Welfare Training Collaborative Calendar