Early childhood educators in Nova Scotia can easily find and access a wide variety of professional development workshops and training opportunities by scrolling through our calendar of workshops or by searching specific topics. Please contact the site hosting the workshop to get registration details.
Please Note: For Online Learning Workshops
NSCC, MSVU, CAPENÉ and Jane Norman College occasionally offer online professional development workshops. Online workshops allow you the convenience of taking professional development without leaving home. Our online workshops are live, and participants will interact with the facilitator and other participants in real time.
Online workshops have specific technical requirements, and participants are required to have access to a computer with a good internet connection, as well as microphone and audio capabilities. You must also have a working email address to receive login and password links to the workshop. There may be other workshop requirements, so please check all workshop guidelines to ensure you are able to take part before you register for online training.
Upcoming Workshops
- May 3, 2025
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NSCC Kingstec - Your Culture Empowers Your Practice
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May 3, 2025 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
NSCC Kingstec - Online Workshop 'Your Culture Empowers Your Practice: Practical Strategies for Newcomer Early Childhood Educators'
Saturday, May 3rd ⋅9:00am – 12:00pmDescription: Come join us online for this workshop designed to empower early childhood educators, especially those who are newcomers to the area or those working with newcomer ECEs, families, and children, to harness the rich cultural diversity they bring into the learning environment.
Facilitator: Cynthia Urtubia
Cynthia is an exceptional Early Childhood Educator, originally from Chile and living in Nova Scotia for the last six years.
Cynthia is a faculty member with NSCC e-Campus, where she enjoys connecting with students and supporting them in achieving their goals.
With over 15 years in early childhood education and a background in curriculum development, she has been in this field in various contexts and capacities.
Cynthia is particularly interested in exploring opportunities that make ECE programs responsive to diverse cultural backgrounds. Newcomer early childhood educators bring a unique perspective that enriches the curriculum in many ways.
Outside of work, Cynthia loves to connect with the community and explore the beautiful places this province has to offer. "I am in love with the stunning Nova Scotia landscape".
Fee: $30
Deadline to register: April 25, 2025
This workshop will be facilitated on-line. Requirements:
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- Internet
- PC (Desktop or laptop)
- Access to email (we’ll send you a link to the session)
Registered participants will receive detailed instructions and may request a practice session to test your technology prior to the first session.
It is the participants’ responsibility to make sure their equipment, including headphones, will work with the session. As per our policy, refunds will not be issued less than one week before the workshop.
Please Note Our Payment Process
1. Credit card or VISA Debit payment
2. Cheque
3. Cash
(Instructions below)- Registration form AND payment are to be received by us at least ONE WEEK IN ADVANCE (unless otherwise noted), not simply postmarked by the deadline.
- Registrations cannot be processed, nor spaces held, until both registration form and payment are received.
- Cancellations must be processed before the workshop occurs. Please contact us at least 1 week prior to a workshop if you are unable to attend.Please contact nova.jones@nscc.ca or justine.macdonald@nscc.ca for more details.
*please keep our workshop guidelines in mind* https://www.nscc.ca/ecdsc/professional-development/kingstec-guidelines.asp
To Register: https://bit.ly/ecdscregistration
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NSCC SWF Learning with Mi'kma'ki (Strait Campus)
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- May 5, 2025
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NSCC SWF Capable Confident and Curious Module 4 - Learning Goals, Objectives and Strategies
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- May 6, 2025
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NSCECE - Culturally Responsive Practice (Online)
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May 6, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Culturally Responsive Practice in Nova Scotia’s Early Learning and Child Care Settings is a 12-hour module developed in response to the ongoing enhancements to Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework (NSELCF). Three (3) sub-modules have been designed to create a safe and ethical space for examining the nature of biases, prejudice, and assumptions. The modules unpack privilege and encourage participants to reflect on the historical and systemic roots of discrimination and racism. The modules reflect on the lived experiences of people who face these challenges in Nova Scotia. Each module is accompanied by home learning that will continue the conversations between modules.
Through a reflective approach, participants will become deeply aware of their own identities and the identities of the children, families, and communities they serve.
Disclaimer: The modules have been developed for synchronous learning. Participants are required to move through each of the modules in sequence, and with the same cohort. The inability to commit will result in a “restart” of the entire training. The objective of the modules is to demonstrate cultural responsiveness, thus, participants must demonstrate this understanding throughout. To do so, participants scheduled for online learning must work from an operational computer, with a working mic and camera.
Module 1: Laying Face and Foundation
Module Objectives:
• Understand who the Mi’kmaq are
• Understand who the Acadians are
• Understand who the Gaels are
• Understand who the African Nova Scotians are
• Explore and contextualize our understanding of culture
• Explore and contextualize our understanding of intersectionality
• Explore and articulate the intersections of race, nationality, gender, and sexuality
Module 1 provides space for the four (4) historical cultures of Nova Scotia to share themselves in a meaningful way. Participants will better understand the four (4) historical cultures, languages, and beliefs. Participants will explore and contextualize specific intersections and how they relate to culture and themselves.
Module 2: Faces of Discrimination
▪ Explore and contextualize our own privileges, biases, and opinions
▪ Explore and contextualize discrimination
▪ Explore and contextualize racism
▪ Explore and contextualize systemic racism
▪ Explore the Indian Act, Residential Schools, Africville, Racialized Policing, “All lives Matter” and, Social Determinants of Health
▪ Explore and contextualize micro-aggression
Module 2 requires participants to explore and contextualize their own privileges, biases, and opinions. Participants will explore how these interrelate with discrimination, racism, and moreover, systemic racism. Participants will specifically explore contemporary racism in Nova Scotia.
Module 3: Faces of Reconciliation
▪ Explore and contextualize reconciliation
▪ Explore Truth and Reconciliation
▪ Explore and review Education Calls to Action
▪ Explore Black Lives Matter
▪ Explore and review United Nations Rights of the Child
▪ Explore Educator’s role in the classroom
▪ Explore 7 Sacred Teachings as a tool
▪ Explore racism from birth onward
▪ Explore Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework
▪ Explore and articulate culturally responsive practice
▪ Explore and contextualize Allyship
Module 3 provides space to explore the different types of reconciliation while acknowledging the need to act now. Participants explore their own roles in this work; specifically exploring cultural responsiveness as it relates to Early Learning and Child Care Settings and moreover the Early Learning Curriculum Framework.
Pre-registration agreements
- I agree to participate from an operational computer with a working mic and camera.
- I agree all information is confidential and will not be shared outside my group discussions or cohort of participants
- I agree to commit to the entire 12-hour schedule to receive credit.
- I agree to conduct myself in a professional manner and be respectful of other people’s perspectives, opinions, and ideas.
- I agree that I will show up fully committed and engaged in the work.
Session Dates and Times:
Session 1: Tuesday, May 6th, 2025 (online), 6:30PM to 8:30PM
Session 2: Thursday, May 8th, 2025 (online), 6:30PM to 8:30PM
Session 3: Saturday, May 10th, 2025 (online), 9:00AM to 1:00PM
Session 4: Tuesday, May 13th, 2025 (online), 6:30PM to 8:30PM
Session 5: Thursday, May 15th, 2025 (online), 6:30PM to 8:30PM
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- May 7, 2025
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NSCC Cumberland-Signing Together: Inclusive Communication in Early Learning Spaces
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May 7, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
OnlineIn this interactive workshop, you will learn foundational sign language skills to support communication, inclusion, and language development in early learning environments. Designed for use with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children, this session will cover key signs for daily routines, emotions, and basic needs, as well as strategies for integrating sign language into play and learning activities. By using sign language, educators can empower all children, including those who are pre-verbal, non-verbal, or developing language skills—to express themselves and actively engage in their learning communities. No prior sign language experience is required—just open hands and a willingness to learn!
Facilitator: Meghan Hightower-Smith
Cost: $23.00 (tax included)
To register click on the link: https://forms.office.com/r/Fpexz3sp9w
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- May 8, 2025
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NSCECE - Culturally Responsive Practice (Online)
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May 8, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Culturally Responsive Practice in Nova Scotia’s Early Learning and Child Care Settings is a 12-hour module developed in response to the ongoing enhancements to Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework (NSELCF). Three (3) sub-modules have been designed to create a safe and ethical space for examining the nature of biases, prejudice, and assumptions. The modules unpack privilege and encourage participants to reflect on the historical and systemic roots of discrimination and racism. The modules reflect on the lived experiences of people who face these challenges in Nova Scotia. Each module is accompanied by home learning that will continue the conversations between modules.
Through a reflective approach, participants will become deeply aware of their own identities and the identities of the children, families, and communities they serve.
Disclaimer: The modules have been developed for synchronous learning. Participants are required to move through each of the modules in sequence, and with the same cohort. The inability to commit will result in a “restart” of the entire training. The objective of the modules is to demonstrate cultural responsiveness, thus, participants must demonstrate this understanding throughout. To do so, participants scheduled for online learning must work from an operational computer, with a working mic and camera.
Module 1: Laying Face and Foundation
Module Objectives:
• Understand who the Mi’kmaq are
• Understand who the Acadians are
• Understand who the Gaels are
• Understand who the African Nova Scotians are
• Explore and contextualize our understanding of culture
• Explore and contextualize our understanding of intersectionality
• Explore and articulate the intersections of race, nationality, gender, and sexuality
Module 1 provides space for the four (4) historical cultures of Nova Scotia to share themselves in a meaningful way. Participants will better understand the four (4) historical cultures, languages, and beliefs. Participants will explore and contextualize specific intersections and how they relate to culture and themselves.
Module 2: Faces of Discrimination
▪ Explore and contextualize our own privileges, biases, and opinions
▪ Explore and contextualize discrimination
▪ Explore and contextualize racism
▪ Explore and contextualize systemic racism
▪ Explore the Indian Act, Residential Schools, Africville, Racialized Policing, “All lives Matter” and, Social Determinants of Health
▪ Explore and contextualize micro-aggression
Module 2 requires participants to explore and contextualize their own privileges, biases, and opinions. Participants will explore how these interrelate with discrimination, racism, and moreover, systemic racism. Participants will specifically explore contemporary racism in Nova Scotia.
Module 3: Faces of Reconciliation
▪ Explore and contextualize reconciliation
▪ Explore Truth and Reconciliation
▪ Explore and review Education Calls to Action
▪ Explore Black Lives Matter
▪ Explore and review United Nations Rights of the Child
▪ Explore Educator’s role in the classroom
▪ Explore 7 Sacred Teachings as a tool
▪ Explore racism from birth onward
▪ Explore Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework
▪ Explore and articulate culturally responsive practice
▪ Explore and contextualize Allyship
Module 3 provides space to explore the different types of reconciliation while acknowledging the need to act now. Participants explore their own roles in this work; specifically exploring cultural responsiveness as it relates to Early Learning and Child Care Settings and moreover the Early Learning Curriculum Framework.
Pre-registration agreements
- I agree to participate from an operational computer with a working mic and camera.
- I agree all information is confidential and will not be shared outside my group discussions or cohort of participants
- I agree to commit to the entire 12-hour schedule to receive credit.
- I agree to conduct myself in a professional manner and be respectful of other people’s perspectives, opinions, and ideas.
- I agree that I will show up fully committed and engaged in the work.
Session Dates and Times:
Session 1: Tuesday, May 6th, 2025 (online), 6:30PM to 8:30PM
Session 2: Thursday, May 8th, 2025 (online), 6:30PM to 8:30PM
Session 3: Saturday, May 10th, 2025 (online), 9:00AM to 1:00PM
Session 4: Tuesday, May 13th, 2025 (online), 6:30PM to 8:30PM
Session 5: Thursday, May 15th, 2025 (online), 6:30PM to 8:30PM
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- May 10, 2025
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NSCC Burridge - Learning with Mi'kma'ki - IN PERSON
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May 10, 2025 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
5832 Nova Scotia Trunk 3, Glenwood, NS B0W 1W0, CanadaLearning with Mi'kma'ki is a new professional development opportunity for early childhood professionals in Nova Scotia. This training provides an opportunity for participants to see the natural environment, Earth science, sustainability, reciprocity, and interconnectedness, with two eyes — Etuaptmumk (ed-do-up-dm-momk). The work represents Mi’kmaw-first voice, with the support and advice of a standing committee.
The 6-hour course is an introduction for Early Childhood Educators to explore their immediate relationship with place and how this knowledge can be integrated in learning environments for Early Learners. The field book, which is a part of the training, requires participants to reflect on knowledge and teachings. It helps guide participants in understanding how they, as members of this place, are to be present and, in turn, how being present can be directly linked to the work of Early Learning and Child Care.
TOPICS EXPLORED:
Part 1: Indoor Presentation and Reflection
- Explore Mi’kma’ki
- Explore Land Acknowledgments
- Explore the traditional territory and seven (7) districts
- Explore who are the Mi’kmaq
- Explore Mi’kmaw ways of knowing and being
- Explore the teachings of Netukulimk
- Explore the differences between a gift economy and a wage economy
- Explore how this knowledge relates to early learners
- Explore the importance of play
- Explore the differences between outdoor education, outdoor learning, and land-based learning
- Explore personal skill sets
- Explore Etuaptmumk
- Explore relationships with place
Part 2: Outdoor Activities and Discussions
- Sitting with Land Activity
- Observe – Memorize – Compare Protocol: bird watching
- Observe – Memorize – Compare Protocol: plants and trees
- Talking Circle reflection
- Etuaptmumk – Two-Eyed Seeing
- Case study on outing with children – reflection and discussion.
Please come prepared to spend at least 3 hours outdoors, dress for the weather and have appropriate footware; bring a waterbottle, and a brown bag lunch.
Session Date and Times: Saturday, May 10th, 2025 from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM.
Register here: NSCC Burridge - Learning with Mi'kma'ki Tickets, Sat, May 10, 2025 at 9:00 AM | Eventbrite
Location:
The first 3 hours of the session will be held in the Argyle Glenwood Community Hall (5832 Nova Scotia Trunk 3, Glenwood, NS B0W 1W0) and the final 3 hours will be held in and around Glenwood Park. There will be a 30 break for lunch, please bring a packed lunch.
If you have any questions, please reach out to melissa.vail@nscc.ca or 902-742-7832
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NSCECE - Culturally Responsive Practice (Online)
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May 10, 2025 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Culturally Responsive Practice in Nova Scotia’s Early Learning and Child Care Settings is a 12-hour module developed in response to the ongoing enhancements to Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework (NSELCF). Three (3) sub-modules have been designed to create a safe and ethical space for examining the nature of biases, prejudice, and assumptions. The modules unpack privilege and encourage participants to reflect on the historical and systemic roots of discrimination and racism. The modules reflect on the lived experiences of people who face these challenges in Nova Scotia. Each module is accompanied by home learning that will continue the conversations between modules.
Through a reflective approach, participants will become deeply aware of their own identities and the identities of the children, families, and communities they serve.
Disclaimer: The modules have been developed for synchronous learning. Participants are required to move through each of the modules in sequence, and with the same cohort. The inability to commit will result in a “restart” of the entire training. The objective of the modules is to demonstrate cultural responsiveness, thus, participants must demonstrate this understanding throughout. To do so, participants scheduled for online learning must work from an operational computer, with a working mic and camera.
Module 1: Laying Face and Foundation
Module Objectives:
• Understand who the Mi’kmaq are
• Understand who the Acadians are
• Understand who the Gaels are
• Understand who the African Nova Scotians are
• Explore and contextualize our understanding of culture
• Explore and contextualize our understanding of intersectionality
• Explore and articulate the intersections of race, nationality, gender, and sexuality
Module 1 provides space for the four (4) historical cultures of Nova Scotia to share themselves in a meaningful way. Participants will better understand the four (4) historical cultures, languages, and beliefs. Participants will explore and contextualize specific intersections and how they relate to culture and themselves.
Module 2: Faces of Discrimination
▪ Explore and contextualize our own privileges, biases, and opinions
▪ Explore and contextualize discrimination
▪ Explore and contextualize racism
▪ Explore and contextualize systemic racism
▪ Explore the Indian Act, Residential Schools, Africville, Racialized Policing, “All lives Matter” and, Social Determinants of Health
▪ Explore and contextualize micro-aggression
Module 2 requires participants to explore and contextualize their own privileges, biases, and opinions. Participants will explore how these interrelate with discrimination, racism, and moreover, systemic racism. Participants will specifically explore contemporary racism in Nova Scotia.
Module 3: Faces of Reconciliation
▪ Explore and contextualize reconciliation
▪ Explore Truth and Reconciliation
▪ Explore and review Education Calls to Action
▪ Explore Black Lives Matter
▪ Explore and review United Nations Rights of the Child
▪ Explore Educator’s role in the classroom
▪ Explore 7 Sacred Teachings as a tool
▪ Explore racism from birth onward
▪ Explore Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework
▪ Explore and articulate culturally responsive practice
▪ Explore and contextualize Allyship
Module 3 provides space to explore the different types of reconciliation while acknowledging the need to act now. Participants explore their own roles in this work; specifically exploring cultural responsiveness as it relates to Early Learning and Child Care Settings and moreover the Early Learning Curriculum Framework.
Pre-registration agreements
- I agree to participate from an operational computer with a working mic and camera.
- I agree all information is confidential and will not be shared outside my group discussions or cohort of participants
- I agree to commit to the entire 12-hour schedule to receive credit.
- I agree to conduct myself in a professional manner and be respectful of other people’s perspectives, opinions, and ideas.
- I agree that I will show up fully committed and engaged in the work.
Session Dates and Times:
Session 1: Tuesday, May 6th, 2025 (online), 6:30PM to 8:30PM
Session 2: Thursday, May 8th, 2025 (online), 6:30PM to 8:30PM
Session 3: Saturday, May 10th, 2025 (online), 9:00AM to 1:00PM
Session 4: Tuesday, May 13th, 2025 (online), 6:30PM to 8:30PM
Session 5: Thursday, May 15th, 2025 (online), 6:30PM to 8:30PM
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NSCC Marconi
Jane Norman College
MSVU
NSCECE | EYCDC
NSCC Cumberland
NSCC Kingstec
NSCC Burridge