For Providers & Educators

Course Catalog

Expand Your Knowledge with Professional Development Trainings

Published four times yearly, the Early Care and Education Resource Guide (Course Catalog) lists professional development training opportunities offered by Illinois Action for Children and our network of community partners. Our seasonal course catalog is your gateway to high-quality training and professional development designed to enhance your skills, deepen your expertise, and elevate the care and education you provide.

Kind and helpful specialist wearing a yellow shirt holding a folder along with an early learning childhood classroom
Image of the cover of the IAFC summer 2025 course catalog

Explore the Latest Course Catalog

Read through course catalog to find a variety of courses ranging from CPR and First Aid, Child Development, Health & Safety, and more. Most of the professional development trainings provided in the catalog meets both in-service hours required by the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), as well as the CDA/CCP credentialing requirements.

The catalog includes translations in both Spanish and Polish.

Summer 2025 Course Catalog

Register For A Course or Training

We believe in empowering early childhood professionals with the tools, knowledge, and skills they need to create enriching learning environments for young children. Sign up for top-quality training and professional growth opportunities tailored to your needs.

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registration@actforchildren.org

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773.564.8804