Behind every well-run childcare center is a leader who not only understands early childhood development—but knows how to apply it. That’s where HandPrint training resources come in. Built with directors, administrators, and staff in mind, NICCM’s HandPrint Products go beyond theory, giving childcare professionals practical tools they can use to lead with clarity, compliance, and confidence.
Whether you’re prepping for your Director Credential or helping new staff stay on track with daily procedures, these resources were made to move educators from abstract knowledge to real-world wisdom—without the guesswork.
Turning Learning Into Action
Many training programs offer information. NICCM’s HandPrint line provides implementation. That’s what sets it apart. Through HandPrint childcare staff training, educators and directors get access to online video courses that not only meet in-service hour requirements, but actually help shape stronger teaching and management practices.
Each video course is designed to be engaging, flexible, and easy to complete—perfect for busy professionals balancing classrooms and compliance. Whether it’s a class on child development or one on team building, users walk away with actionable steps they can apply right away.
Explore the full range of HandPrint Online Training to see which courses best fit your goals.
Policy Kits that Save Time—and Sanity
From parent handbooks to staff evaluation templates, HandPrint training resources include a powerful collection of ready-to-use policy kits that take the pressure off writing from scratch. These kits are especially helpful for new directors or anyone managing licensing renewals, internal audits, or staff onboarding.
Instead of wondering whether your classroom observation forms or emergency protocols meet standards, you can rely on pre-developed materials that have been trusted across the country. Each kit includes a printed manual and companion CD, making it easy to adapt materials to your specific center.
Bridging the Gap with Video-Based Training Kits
One of the biggest gaps in childcare professional development is application. It’s one thing to read about burnout or discipline; it’s another to recognize it in your team and know how to respond. HandPrint’s video training kits bridge that gap by using real-life scenarios and expert-guided instruction to model best practices in early education leadership and classroom success.
Covering over 70 topics, these DVDs have long been a staple in NICCM’s national training events—and now, they’re available for individual or center-wide use. Learn more about NICCM’s full line of video training kits to strengthen your team’s skills from the inside out.
Helping Directors Lead with Confidence
The best part of HandPrint training resources? They’re designed by someone who understands the field firsthand. Created by Bradley Smith, the current executive director of NICCM, each manual, book, and course is rooted in years of experience serving directors and early childhood professionals.
That’s what makes these resources more than academic—they’re practical. They anticipate what real-world directors and teachers need, from leadership tips to step-by-step training manuals that support consistent classroom management and center operations.
Need help choosing which resources fit your role or certification level? View the list of all upcoming NICCM events or contact the NICCM team directly for support.
Supporting Your Growth Every Step of the Way
Whether you're earning your CDA, renewing your Florida Director Credential, Texas Director Credential, or just brushing up on professional development, NICCM makes it easy to apply what you learn through products built for busy educators.
Already using NICCM’s credentialing programs? Keep growing with HandPrint training resources that reinforce what you’ve learned—at a pace that fits your schedule. From training videos to policy kits, you’ll find tools that turn concepts into routines and plans into real progress.
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