Colorado Pyramid Model Training

The 50-hour Colorado Pyramid Model Training (CPMT) equips early childhood professionals with evidence-based strategies to support young children’s social, emotional, and behavioral development. Through interactive, engaging activities, participants build on their knowledge and learn practical techniques to create nurturing, inclusive environments. Whether you’re a teacher, caregiver, or anyone working with young children, this training is for you!

What Will You Learn in This Training?

  • How to make evidence-based social and emotional practices more effective and widely used, including strategies to support all children, teach specific skills to those who need them, and provide behavior interventions when necessary.
  • Strategies to increase children’s use of prosocial skills and encourage positive social interactions with peers and adults.
  • Methods for promoting inclusion in the classroom, tailored specifically for infant-toddler and preschool populations.
  • Alternatives to suspension and expulsion that effectively support children and help reduce challenging behaviors.

What Professional Benefits Will You Gain from This Training?

  • Increases professionalism and worth among early childhood professionals. 
  • Meets Colorado Child Care Licensing requirements for Child Guidance Strategies. 
  • Earns two points toward the Formal Education component of the Early Childhood Professional Credential (ECPC) as a Training of Special Recognition. 
  • Earns social-emotional clock hours for licensing and potentially can earn all 15 needed hours. 
  • Can be submitted for Credit for Prior Learning at the University of Colorado Denver. 
  • Opens career pathways within early childhood. 

Training of Special Recognition

Recognized by the Colorado Department of Early Childhood as a Training of Special Recognition, the Colorado Pyramid Model Training opens the door to numerous career opportunities. Explore the Pyramid Pathways to see where this training can take you and how it can enhance your professional journey in early childhood education. 

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If you’re interested in joining a Colorado Pyramid Model Training, check out our Training Calendar to find and register for upcoming opportunities, or use our Find a Facilitator tool to connect with a Facilitator in your area to learn about upcoming trainings or request one.

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