Current Trainings:
Available Now:
Giving Infants the Language Foundation they Need for Talking and Succeeding
Learn speech and language developmental milestones from birth to 15 months so you know what to expect and when, when it comes to a baby’s speech and language development. You will also learn strategies used by pediatric speech therapists that are proven to support higher oral vocabulary in toddlerhood, stronger social connections, and academic success at school age. This training is 3 Core of Knowledge CE's in Child Development.
Coming Soon:
What To Do When You Don't Understand What A Child Said: Tips from a Speech Therapist
Learn what sounds to expect and when, when it comes to a toddler and preschoolers speech development. You will also learn how to respond when you just can't understand what they are saying. Frequently asked questions such as how to support dual language learners speech and when to be concerned a child may have a speech delay or disorder will be answered. This training is 3 Core of Knowledge CE's, 1 hour special needs and 2 hours child development.
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Get Your Toddlers Talking or Talking More: 10 Tips from a Pediatric Speech Therapist
Learn speech and language developmental milestones from 1-3 years old so you know what to expect and when, when it comes to a toddler’s speech and language development. You will learn 10 quick and easy strategies proven to get toddlers talking or talking more! Bonus: These strategies can be implemented throughout the day, during your natural routines. This training is 3 Core of Knowledge CE's, 1 hour special needs and 2 hours child development.
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Supporting Math Skills Just by Talking!
Learn how gender stereotypes impact math learning, language strategies to support teaching math in ways that littles learn best, and 5 key math concepts to focus on from birth through preschool age!
This training is 3 Core of Knowledge CE's.
Coming Soon:
Mealtime Struggles to Mealtime Success with Infants, Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Learn how to support infants as they get ready for solids! Learn portion size and nutritional needs by age for healthy development. You will also feel confident problem solving common difficult mealtime situations in childcare settings! This training is 3 Core of Knowledge CE's.
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Fine Motor Skills to Support Handwriting
Handwriting is a hot topic! Learn what skills to expect and when, when it comes to fine motor development. You will also learn prewriting activities you can use with your littles to foster fine motor development and writing/scissor skills later! This training is 3 Core of Knowledge CE's.
It can be challenging finding high quality professional development for your childcare center and providers! It's even harder to find trainings provided by specialists.
But as a child's first teacher, you deserve to feel confident and empowered supporting the development of each little you care for!
⭐I'm here to help!⭐
Hi, I’m Kelly!
Here's a little about my qualifications: I received my Bachelor of Science degree in speech-language pathology and audiology and my Master of Science in speech-language pathology from Towson University. I have been a practicing licensed speech-language pathologist in Maryland since 2009 working with the birth to 5 population.
Prior to becoming a speech therapist, I owned and operated a licensed in-home childcare! I experienced first hand the need for high quality trainings by specialists!
So I created MSDE approved Core of Knowledge trainings that give you the tools you need to support the children you care for and meet your licensing requirements.
Check out our FREE Parent Courses!
Bridging Baby Babble
Learn how to lay the foundation for language with your baby so they are able to meet their speech and language milestones as a toddler!
Bridging Toddler Talk
Want to get your toddler talking or talking more? Is your toddler a late talker? Learn strategies to get your toddler saying more words!
Bridging Math Talk
Math language is key to later academic success! Learn how to use more math language (beyond just counting!) so your child is ready for school!
I have FREE guides for you too!
Frequently Asked Questions
Are daycare CE credits only available for Maryland providers?
Yes. Bridging Child Development is an approved Maryland State Department of Education business providing Core of Knowledge trainings in a variety of areas.
Are the courses in person or virtual?
It's up to you! Trainings are available via zoom as well as in person.
What is the cost?
A sliding scale is used based on the number of participants and hours of CE provided. Contact us for exact pricing.
Will you teach providers how to do direct speech therapy?
No. While I am honored to bridge my knowledge as a speech therapist right to your fingertips, the strategies learned do not replace speech therapy services. But if a child is already receiving services, their provider will love you for giving them the extra support they need!
