Certifications Guide

Strengthening your skills not only boosts your confidence but also opens doors to higher-paying opportunities.
 Below is a curated list of certifications designed to help you grow your career.
 Click each name to explore the training provider and grow your career.

1: Build Your Foundation

CPR and First Aid certification icon for childcare providers

CPR & First Aid

Safe sleep and SIDS training icon for nannies and caregivers

Safe Sleep &
SIDS Training

Child development and mandated reporter training icon for childcare workers

Child Development &
Mandated Reporting

2: Boost Your Pay & Credibility

Newborn care and postpartum specialist certification icon

Newborn &
Postpartum Care

Sleep training certification icon for infant sleep consultants

Sleep Training Certification

Montessori, RIE, and Waldorf specialized care training icon

RIE / Montessori &
Specialized Care

3: Differentiate & Specialize

Special needs and multiples specialist training icon for nannies

Special Needs &
Multiples

Infant mental health and childcare business skills certification icon

Infant Mental Health &
Business Skills

Childbirth educator certification icon for doulas and educators

Childbirth Educator

This guide is for informational purposes only.

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