Feb 03

Promoting Emotional Intelligence in Early Childhood

Discover how emotional intelligence (EI) supports healthy development and lifelong learning in young children! Designed for early childhood educators and specialists, this training also welcomes parents and caregivers. Learn evidence-based strategies to build self-awareness, empathy, and social skills—tools that caregivers can apply at home to mirror and reinforce the approaches used in educational and therapeutic settings, creating consistency and stronger support for every child’s emotional growth. Earn 2 CEs for LCSW, LMFT, LMHC, and CMSW through Florida CEBroker.

$39.00 - $59.00

Tuesday, February 3, 2026

10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. EST

(9-11 am CT, 8-10 am MT, 7-9am PST)

Live virtually on Zoom

Cost: $59

DESCRIPTION:

This training highlights the vital role emotional intelligence (EI) plays in shaping healthy development and lifelong learning. Designed for early childhood educators and specialists, the session provides practical tools for fostering children’s self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy, and positive relationships within classroom and therapeutic settings.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Define the core elements of emotional intelligence and explain their significance in early childhood development.
Identify ways to intentionally support emotional growth through classroom practices, routines, and family partnerships.
Implement evidence-based strategies that strengthen self-regulation, empathy, and social connections in young children.

Although this is designed for professionals, caregivers are welcome to join us. And yes, wherever you live, feel free to join us! n us! Feel free to share with fellow colleagues, family, friends, and professionals. Together we are better!

This training may help prepare you for competencies related to the Florida Association for Infant Mental Health Endorsement. (For those outside Florida, check your state's requirements.)

2 Continuing Education hours are included for Florida-Licensed Clinical Social Workers, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselors, and Certified Master Social Workers through CEBroker. Certificates will be provided for self-reporting.

Kathryn Shea, LCSW

FASD United Board Member

Kathryn Shea is a licensed clinical social worker with over 40 years of experience working with children with serious emotional and behavioral disorders and fetal alcohol and drug effects. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and her Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Kentucky. She served as the President and CEO of The Florida Center for Early Childhood in Sarasota, FL for 12 years, whose mission is the healthy development of young children, their families, and communities. Kathryn is a past president of the Florida Association for Infant Mental Health and has been very involved in developing and expanding Florida’s Early Childhood Court initiative. Ms. Shea currently serves on the board of FASD United (formerly NOFAS) and is an independent consultant at the local, state, and national level. Kathryn has received numerous awards for her work in infant mental health, FASD, and child advocacy.