ERS Professional Development

What Is LearnERS?

LearnERS is a professional development system for ECE based on the Environment Rating Scales. Developed in partnership with ERS author, Debby Cryer, LearnERS promotes high-quality environments for young children.
 

Pathway 1: CQI Coaching Framework

Designed for state systems and technical assistance organizations, this pathway allows coaches to guide educators and site directors through a selection of LearnERS modules. Participants identify quality improvement goals, develop an individualized journal, and engage in interactive peer learning discussions.

Pathway 2: On-Demand

LearnERS: On-Demand courses are an affordable and convenient way to work independently and at your own pace. Tailor your learning experience by choosing the modules that best support your professional growth. Each course is built around key points of quality based on the Environment Rating Scales.

Completion of each learning module earns CEUs and CDA training hours

What Does LearnERS Do?

  • Builds core foundational knowledge of the key points of quality in Early Childhood Education
  • Promotes a deeper understanding of why quality matters
  • Demonstrates what quality looks like in practice — with visual examples from actual classrooms
  • Motivates educators to examine their own practices and incorporate specific improvements to classroom quality

What Are the Benefits?

  • One comprehensive online system for improving classroom quality
  • Opportunities to learn, reflect, and improve
  • Improved job satisfaction and competency
  • Courses offered in English and Spanish
  • Modules provide CEUs and CDA training hours

What’s in it for…?

Coaches and TA Specialists

Directors and Administrators

Family Child Care Providers

Teachers

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