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- VLS Content Library - Virtual Lab School
VLS Content Library Our professional development blends the science of adult learning with research‑informed practices that support high‑quality child and youth programs The VLS provides practical training with real‑world videos, activities, and resources to build and strengthen effective teaching and caregiving Our content library provides foundational and specialized training for all
- Infants Toddlers - Virtual Lab School
The Infant Toddler track is intended for early childhood professionals serving children ages 6 weeks through 3 years in center based programs This track offers training and professional development resources, including written narrative, video, skill building activities, and classroom tools The Infant Toddler track consists of courses that mirror the core Child Development Associate (CDA
- Focused Topics - Virtual Lab School
In addition to the 15 Foundational Courses available within the Virtual Lab School’s six primary Tracks, we also offer a number of Focused Topics courses These courses are centralized around specific themes, offering in-depth content and resources to help staff members and administrators strengthen their knowledge and practices relevant to specific subject matter – such as, identifying
- Preschool | Virtual Lab School
The Preschool track is intended for early childhood professionals serving children ages 3 through 5 years in center based programs This track offers training and professional development resources, including written narrative, video, skill building activities, and classroom tools The Preschool track consists of courses that mirror the core Child Development Associate (CDA) competencies plus
- About VLS - Virtual Lab School
All VLS content emphasizes developmentally appropriate, inclusive, and family-focused approaches Using the Learn, Explore, Apply, Demonstrate (LEAD) framework within each lesson, the VLS helps professionals develop competencies that support children’s optimal development and provide practical tools and resources to promote high quality programs
- Support - Virtual Lab School
Yes! The Virtual Lab School is designed to empower child and youth care and education professionals as they build their knowledge and skills around research-based practices The VLS was initially created as a professional development and resource system for the more than 30,000 professionals working in child and youth care and education programs run by the U S military The online content of
- Home | Virtual Lab School
The VLS offers distinct tracks for center-based professionals including direct-care providers, training and curriculum specialists (coaches), and management personnel, as well as a track for home-based care providers who typically care for mixed-age groups
- School-Age | Virtual Lab School
The School-Age track is intended for early childhood professionals serving children ages 5 through 12 years in center based before- and after-school as well as summer-based programs This track offers training and professional development resources, including written narrative, video, skill building activities, and classroom tools The School-Age track consists of courses that mirror the core
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