Promoting Emotional Intelligence in Early Childhood
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 10am – 12pm EST (9-11am CT/ 8-10am MT / 7-9am PST)
2 CEs included for LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, and CMSW through Florida CEBrokers.
Cost: $39.00 until mid-night January 15th, then $69
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. We welcome professionals and caregivers from around the world to join us! Feel free to share with fellow colleagues, family, friends, and professionals. Together we are better!
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.
Presenter:
Kathryn Shea, LCSW, FASD United Board Member
Kathryn has 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, Florida for 12 years. 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 levels. Kathryn has received numerous awards for her work in infant mental health, FASD, and child advocacy.
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).