Creating a high-quality childcare environment goes beyond daily routines; it requires intention, knowledge, and heart. From safely administering medication to guiding behavior with compassion and committing to your own professional growth, this training is designed to strengthen your confidence and your impact as an early childhood provider. In this course, you’ll learn how to support children’s health needs through proper medication administration, including understanding legal requirements, storage procedures, and communication with families. You’ll explore how to use positive discipline strategies that foster emotional growth and respectful relationships, while setting clear expectations. We’ll also dive into the importance of professional development, including self-care, self-reflection, and meeting Michigan’s annual training and licensing requirements. Using real-life scenarios, practical tools, and reflection activities, this course equips you with the knowledge to make safe decisions, support social-emotional development, and continuously grow in your role. You’ll leave with skills you can use immediately, and the mindset to keep evolving. Great childcare starts with prepared providers. Let’s build safer spaces, stronger relationships, and better futures—together. Let’s get started!