Professional Development and Training
New training calendar and professional development system: MSDH is now using LIFT-ED from the state Department of Human Services
to schedule professional development and training courses, and to keep track of your professional development milestones. You will need to create an account before signing in to view available
courses and register for them.
Guide to using LIFT-ED
Visit LIFT-ED now
Available Training
- LIFT-ED: Training Courses and Calendar Register as a provider, find scheduled training events from MSDH, and register for events online (hosted by the Department of Human Services)
- Guide to using LIFT-ED Register as a provider, find scheduled training events, and register for events online (hosted by the Department of Human Services)
- MSDH-Approved Child Care Courses Courses from providers other than MSDH
Become an MSDH-Approved Trainer
Download and complete the application below to become an MSDH-approved professional development trainer.
- Resource Guide for Child Care Providers A wide variety of training sources useful for child care providers
- Training Organizations with Standing Approval
- Child Care Training Packet Background material and forms, including staff contacts and sample forms
Observation-Based Inspections
Observation-based inspections are designed to observe childcare programs during transition periods (arrival, departure, outdoor time, etc.) and offer technical assistance as needed.
