Workshop Description

The children in your care cannot thrive if you are struggling. If you are feeling burnt out and stressed, this directly impacts how you show up for children. As an Early Childhood Educator or Child Care Provider, your mental health matters! 

In this workshop, you will learn about the importance of your mental health and ways to support yourself and the children in your care.

PLEASE NOTE: This workshop was presented LIVE during the Early Years Thriving Summit in June, 2022. If you registered for that summit, you have likely already taken this workshop. 

About the Instructor

Registered Clinical Counsellor Drew Harms

Drew Harms is a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Early Childhood Educator in British Columbia. She has her degree in Early Childhood Care and Education and Masters Degree in Counselling Psychology. She has worked on the floor as an educator in a variety of early childhood settings, as well as supported families as an infant development consultant and supported child development consultant. She now works in private practice as a clinical counsellor supporting children, families, teens and adults.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Is this a live or self paced course?

    This is a self paced course, you can go through the material at any time and the material will be available as long as you need it.

  • Will the instructor be able to help me?

    Absolutely. The instructors will usually respond within 24-48 hours of being contacted.

  • What technology do I need?

    To take the workshop you need a device with a screen, audio and internet.

  • Can I get a receipt or confirmation?

    Once you register you will see a confirmation webpage and you will receive a receipt email. If you need a more detailed receipt please contact the instructor directly.

  • Can I get a refund or credit after purchase?

    No refund or credit is provided once the workshop is purchased. It is up to the participant to go through the material at their own pace. If you are unsatisfied with the material please contact the instructor directly.

  • Will I get a certificate of completion?

    Certificates of completion will be available automatically upon completion of the workshop. We keep a record of all who register for this workshop. For ECE registry purposes, the instructor can verify the progress and completion of each participant in this course. Remember to download your certificate and any resources should this course ever be taken down.

  • Will this workshop be accepted by the ECE registry in my province or state?

    Ultimately it is up to the participant to ensure this workshop would be accepted by the ECE authority in their province or state. Each certificate of completion will include our contact information so that we can support educators to get their professional development hours. PLEASE NOTE: You must complete all the materials in full and answer all questions so that we can ethically verify your certificate with any ECE registry.

Supporting Your Mental Health As An Early Childhood Educator

Click on the button below to register for this 1-hour self-paced online workshop