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The Catholic Schools Center of Excellence (CSCOE) provides this collection of Preschool Resources as a service to Catholic preschool leaders and educators across Minnesota. This page includes licensing and compliance supports, free professional development opportunities, and curated information related to preschool grants and scholarship resources.
These materials are intended to support program quality, leadership growth, and long-term sustainability. Inclusion on this page does not constitute formal endorsement by CSCOE. While many of these resources are widely used and trusted within the early childhood field, schools are encouraged to review each opportunity carefully to determine alignment with their specific needs, licensing requirements, and Catholic identity.
CSCOE is not responsible for verifying that individual trainings meet Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families requirements or other regulatory standards. Preschool administrators are encouraged to confirm that selected courses or offerings fulfill their specific compliance or professional development needs prior to participation.
We strive to keep this page current and helpful; however, links and opportunities may change over time. If you encounter a broken link or would like to recommend an additional resource for consideration, please contact the CSCOE Preschool Excellence Team.
Develop is Minnesota’s Quality Improvement and Registry Tool for early childhood and school-age professionals. Educators use Develop to track training hours, verify credentials, apply for scholarships, and document progress toward licensing and Parent Aware requirements. Preschool leaders can utilize this platform to monitor staff qualifications, confirm Develop-approved training, and support ongoing professional growth and compliance.
Eager to Learn is Minnesota’s online search tool for early childhood training and professional development opportunities. Educators can browse courses by topic, delivery format, and Develop competency area to find trainings that meet licensing and credential requirements. This platform helps preschool leaders and staff identify approved learning opportunities that support ongoing professional growth and compliance.
The Center for Inclusive Child Care (CICC) provides training, consultation, and practical resources to support inclusive practices in early childhood programs. Educators can access free webinars, tip sheets, and individualized guidance to strengthen strategies for supporting children of all abilities. These resources help preschool teams create welcoming, developmentally appropriate environments that meet diverse learner needs while supporting licensing and quality standards.
Cox Campus offers free, self-paced online courses designed to strengthen early literacy instruction and foundational early learning practices. Educators who complete courses receive CEUs and may apply to have credits submitted and approved through Develop, Minnesota’s Quality Improvement and Registry Tool. These courses provide a flexible, research-based option to support professional growth while meeting ongoing training requirements.
Parent Aware provides Minnesota’s Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) for early learning programs. Through Parent Aware, preschools can pursue a star rating, access coaching supports, and align their practices with state quality standards. Participation may strengthen program visibility, support scholarship eligibility, and demonstrate a commitment to high-quality early childhood education.
edWeb offers a wide range of free live and recorded webinars designed for educators across grade levels, including early childhood. Participants can earn certificates of completion for attending webinars, which may be applied toward professional development requirements, depending on individual program and licensing guidelines. These flexible online sessions provide accessible learning opportunities to support instructional growth and leadership development.
Early Childhood Webinars offers free live and recorded professional development sessions focused on research-based practices in early learning. Topics include language development, behavior support, inclusion, and classroom strategies for infants through preschool. Participants receive certificates of attendance that may be used toward professional development hours, based on individual program and licensing requirements.
The Minnesota Child Care Professional Development (MNCPD) website serves as a central hub for professional growth opportunities in early childhood education across Minnesota. Educators can explore training events, scholarship opportunities, career pathways, and resources to support licensing and credential advancement. These tools can help preschool teams strengthen compliance, credentials, and overall program quality.
The Minnesota Child Care Professional Development (MNCPD) Scholarship Program offers financial assistance to early childhood educators pursuing coursework, credentials, and degrees that strengthen program quality and professional growth. Eligible staff working in licensed early learning settings may receive support for tuition, books, and related education expenses. Preschool leaders are encouraged to review eligibility requirements and application timelines to determine how this opportunity could support their team.
Provider’s Choice offers a variety of support programs for licensed child care centers, including participation in the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), coaching, training, and compliance guidance. These services help programs strengthen nutrition practices, streamline administrative requirements, and enhance overall operational quality. Preschools may consider how these supports align with their program needs and goals.
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