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Meet Your Licensing
Requirements
with XYZ!

As an approved trainer for the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) and the DC Office of the State Superintendent of Education (DC OSSE), we deliver high-quality, engaging training tailored to your needs. 

Need a customized solution for your team? Book us for professional development days and let us bring impactful training directly to you.

XYZ is internationally accredited through the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET),

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What We Offer

Online Courses

Professional Development Workshop

Group Workshops

Planning a Professional Development Day?​

View our Catalog and fill out the inquiry form to request an In-Person Workshop or Virtual Webinar.

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Online Courses

Professional Development Webinar

Live Webinars

No group? No problem!

Check our Upcoming Trainings Calendar to register and join a Live Webinar.

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Professional Development Courses

Online Courses

Earn credit hours from home!

Enroll in an Online Self-Study Course and earn credit hours at your own pace.

Petrea Hicks XYZ Childhood Training
Petrea Hicks XYZ Childhood Training

Petrea Hicks, M. Ed.
CEO, Founder & Early Childhood Education Specialist

With over 30 years of experience, Petrea is a leading advocate in Early Childhood Education. She's presented at local, state, and national agencies, including NAEYC in 2017, 2018, and 2022.

Through XYZ's training, Educators gain skills to nurture lifelong learners. Petrea prioritizes children, guiding and supporting Early Education Professionals with interactive workshops.

To date, Petrea has served over a thousand Educators since 2014, aiming to further her reach nationwide.

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  • What type of training does XYZ Childhood Training LLC offer?
    We offer a variety of professional development training focused on early childhood education topics, including play-based learning, problem-solving skills, improving classroom libraries and cultivating math and science skills in young children. Our courses are designed for early childcare providers at all levels. Check out our self-paced courses or view our course catalog to see what we offer!
  • How can I register for a training session?
    You can register for our training programs directly on our website. If you're interested in joining a scheduled session, go to the 'Join a Session' section to view upcoming training dates. Follow the provided registration instructions to secure your spot. If you are looking to register a group of 8 or more, complete a booking request form and one of our team members will reach out to you promptly. We offer asynchronous self-paced courses that you can register for anytime and complete at your own pace.
  • Are your training programs certified?
    Yes, our training programs are designed to meet industry standards and are recognized by various licensing bodies. XYZ Childhood Training LLC is an approved trainer with the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE), D.C. Office of the State Superintendent of Education (DC OSSE) and the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET). Certificates of completion are provided after meeting all requirements for each course.
  • What if I have specific questions not covered in the FAQ?
    If your question isn't answered here, please feel free to reach out to us directly through our Contact Us Form or by sending an email to support@xyzchildhoodtraining.org. We're here to help!
  • What is the duration of your training programs?
    The duration of our training programs varies by course. Most online courses are self-paced and can be completed in a few hours, while in-person/virtual workshops may last a full day or more. Courses range from 2 to 45 hours.
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