Professional learning for ECEs plays a pivotal role in ensuring children’s optimal social, emotional, cognitive, linguistic, spiritual, and physical development.
Visit the websites provided to explore a variety of high-quality professional learning opportunities and resources that promote continuous professional growth and lifelong learning for ECEs, directors, and other early years professionals.
Reminder:
To maintain your Classification Level you are required to complete 30 hours of professional development every three years from the date your initial classification was granted.
ELCC Professional Learning
Explore professional learning opportunities through live, facilitator-led sessions offered both in person and online, as well as self-directed learning options that align with departmental programs and priorities.
These include:
- Child Abuse Protocol Training.
- Orientation Training for Early Learning and Child Care.
- A variety of other professional learning opportunities designed to support your ongoing professional growth.
See a complete listing of professional learning sessions for September and October below under ELCC Facilitator-Led Professional Learning.
How to get an account
Before you can take a course, you must have a myNS Account. If you don't already have one, you will be asked to create your free account during the login process.
- Go to elcconline.ednet.ns.ca
- In the upper right corner of the page, click Log in. You will either be re-directed to myNS Account or, if already logged in, you will see a list of available courses.
- Select the course you want to enter.
- Click the Enrol me button. You should now be enroled in your course.
Discover free, online, professional learning modules for educators and other early years professionals based on Pyramid Model principles.
Available learning includes:
- Pyramid Model Birth-5
- Trauma Informed Care
- Prevent, Teach, Reinforce for Young Children
- Culturally Responsive Practices
Explore Nova Scotia’s library of free upskilling courses designed to support professional growth across a range of sectors.
Available learning includes:
- Communication
- Human Resources
- Management
- Productivity
- and more
Web site: https://skillsonlinens.skillspass.com/
ELCC Facilitator-Led Professional Learning
Explore live, facilitator‑led professional learning sessions delivered in person and online, aligned with departmental programs and priorities.
Upcoming learning opportunities : English language langue française
Play-Based Learning and Intentionality (NSELCF Module 9)
( Virtual | English language )
- (Mon) 21 September 2026, 6:30 - 8pm
- (Wed) 23 September 2026, 6:30 - 8pm
*Must attend both sessions to receive certificate of completion
Registration Deadline: 14 September 2026
Learn Through Active Play
( In-person | English language )
- (Sat) 26 September 2026, 9am - 4pm
Registration Deadline: 19 September 2026
Positive Child Guidance: Professional Learning for Educators
( Virtual | English language )
- (Sat) 26 September 2026, 9am - 12pm
Registration Deadline: 19 September 2026
Addressing Anti-Black Racism in Early Learning and Child Care
( In-person | English language )
- (Sat) 3 October 2026, 9am - 4pm
Registration Deadline: 26 September 2026
Partnerships with Families and Communities (NSELCF Module 6)
( Virtual | English language )
- (Mon) 5 October 2026, 6:30 - 8pm
- (Thu) 8 October 2026, 6:30 - 8pm
*Must attend both sessions to receive certificate of completion
Registration Deadline: 28 September 2026
Positive Child Guidance: Professional Learning for Educators
( Virtual | English language )
- (Thu) 15 October 2026, 6:30 - 9:30pm
Registration Deadline: 8 October 2026
Pedagogical Leadership (NSELCF Module 2)
( Virtual | English language )
- (Sat) 17 October 2026, 9am - 3pm
Registration Deadline: 10 October 2026
Learning with Mi’kma’ki
( In-person | English language )
- (Sat) 17 October 2026, 9am - 4pm
Registration Deadline: 10 October 2026
Play-Based Learning and Intentionality (NSELCF Module 9)
( Virtual | English language )
- (Wed) 21 October 2026, 6:30 - 8pm
- (Wed) 28 October 2026, 6:30 - 8pm
*Must attend both sessions to receive certificate of completion
Registration Deadline: 14 October 2026
Réflexion critique et le cycle de la planification réfléchie (CPAJENE Module 7)
( Virtual | English language )
- (Wed) 21 October 2026, 6:30 - 8pm
- (Mon) 26 October 2026, 6:30 - 8pm
*Il est obligatoire d'assister aux deux sessions pour obtenir le certificat de participation
Registration Deadline: 14 October 2026
Addressing Anti-Black Racism in Early Learning and Child Care
( In-person | English language )
- (Sat) 24 October 2026, 9am - 4pm
Registration Deadline: 17 October 2026