Professional
Development Opportunities
Professional Development Opportunities by GRIT
GRIT is pleased to offer a variety of learning opportunities geared to the work of early childhood educators, teachers, parents, and other professionals. Our development programs aim to strengthen the skills, knowledge and confidence of our partners to ensure the best possible outcomes for families. These workshops are open to the public.
GRIT is an approved professional development provider in Alberta. Our workshops meet the criteria for professional development funding, and/or release time funding, as outlined in the Alberta Childcare Grant Funding Guide.
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Inclusive Practice Workshops: Webinar Series
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This interactive online learning focuses on providing knowledge and strategies to adults who support diverse learners in the early years (e.g. preschool / kindergarten).
Cost: $50.00 per workshop (2 hours each)
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Confirmed participants will receive a Zoom link and handouts the day of the session
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Certificates of completion will be emailed to those who participate in real time
Scroll down or download the poster below to see upcoming dates.
FEB
19
2025
Wednesday, February 19 @ 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Calm, Alert, and Learning: How Co-Regulation Helps Children Flourish
Children's well-being, readiness for learning, and resilience begins with a foundation of co-regulation. Using the Neurorelational Framework (NRF), this workshop will clarify what this looks like at a brain and nervous system level. Through discussion and activities, participants will:
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Investigate how stress and sleep impact development
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Describe the importance of quality relationships
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Identify brain differences and our role in a holistic approach to supporting development.
MAR
19
2025
Wednesday, March 19 @ 6:30pm - 8:30pm
They're Not Being Defiant!
Reframing Challenging Behaviour from a Neurorelational Perspective
Human behaviour is complex, which means our approach to supporting children's development requires us to think holistically. This means moving away from previous and potentiall harmful ways of looking at chldren's behaviour.
This workshop will help participants understand the paradigm shifts necessary to support a whole-child approach to guiding children's participation. Participants will:
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Investigate the impact of relational safety vs. a traditional approach to responding to behaviour
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Reconsider their understanding of the cause of behaviour, their expectations of neurodiverse children, and the importance of a common approach for an integrated support plan
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Practice reframing children's behaviour through scenarios and group discussion
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For Your Organization
As a leader in inclusive early learning and care, GRIT has been a long-standing provider of professional learning experiences for the broader community.
We offer high-quality adult learning
opportunities which are available across the province to support your agency’s changing professional learning needs and interests.
Fees
Calling all Early Childhood Educators! This free workshop series is perfect for educators looking for bite-sized skills to add to their toolkit. Workshops are only 45min long and are delivered virtually.
The series is based on the Pyramid Model, an evidence-based framework for high quality and inclusive care. Each session explores a different area of the model.
Cost: FREE
Inclusive Practices Microlearning
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Confirmed participants will receive a Zoom link and handouts the date of the session
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Certificates of completion will be emailed to participants after the workshop
Click below to view upcoming workshop dates!
Join us at our Veyron Learning Lab: a dynamic, comfortable and flexible environment designed for engaging and interactive learning opportunities. This modern space includes access to a large kitchen, state of the art technology and free parking. Capacity: 70 guests.
Learning Options
Come to Us
We'll Come to You
Our commitment to facilitating professional learning extends beyond our premises. We’ll bring our expertise and resources directly to your location of choice for a convenient and tailored learning experiences for your team. Whether it's at your office, conference centre, or other venue of your choice, our dedicated team ensures seamless delivery of high-quality learning sessions.
Virtual & Remote Learning
Accessible from anywhere with an internet connection, our virtual and remote learning option provides the same level of engagement, interactivity, and depth as our in-person offerings. Through expert facilitation, we bridge geographical gaps and deliver impactful learning experiences that empower individuals and teams.