Our Mission
XYZ Childhood Training, LLC.’s mission is to provide high-quality interactive training workshops for early educators of children between birth and eight years. XYZ strives to advance early childhood education through continuing education and training programs which strengthen educators in preparing children to be life-long learners.
"We are the voice of the children. As a world community, we must see every child as our own. Our collective responsibility is to be the village that raises every child. When we give children the best of what we have, they become the best of who they are."
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Petrea Hicks
Meet the CEO & Founder
Petrea Hicks has over 30 years of experience in the early education field with a master's degree in Early Childhood Education-Curriculum and Instruction. She has witnessed various changes and believes that through it all, one thing remains constant...children.
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In 2015, Petrea was recognized as a Master Leader in the Exchange Leader Initiative (ELI) and has contributed noteworthy articles to Child Care Exchange magazine (July/August 2017, May/June 2018 and May/June 2020.)
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She has presented at local, state and national early education agencies, including the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in 2017, 2018 and 2022.
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As an approved trainer with Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) and the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE), Division of Early Learning in Washington, D.C. She conducts interactive training workshops that center on young children from birth to school age. Workshop topics include, but not limited to, social-emotional development, brain development, curriculum instruction and design, the classroom environment, positive behavior strategies and culturally responsive literature.
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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, click here to request a group booking. We offer asynchronous self-study courses that you can register for anytime and complete at your own pace. Click here to view our available self-study courses.
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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 workshops may last a full day or more.
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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.
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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 page or by sending an email to support@xyzchildhoodtraining.org. We're here to help!
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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 finishing each course.