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To become a certified Baby TALK Professional, individuals attend Baby TALK Professional Development Training. These interactive, 4-day Trainings include small group instruction, lecture, discussion and visits to program sites. In addition to receiveing the complete Baby TALK Curriculum, professionals will explore the Baby TALK Trustworthy System of Relationships, Baby TALK’s approach to coming alongside families, and the Baby TALK Critical Concepts. At the conclusion of Training, participants will create a strategic plan for implementation in their own community.

Once professionals have completed Baby TALK Training, they will become members of the Baby TALK Professional Association (BTPA): a collaboration of professionals who have experienced Baby TALK training and are using Baby TALK methods and materials in their work with young families. By systemizing communication, the intention of the BTPA is to provide ongoing support and resources to our colleagues.

We'd love to tell you more! Email betsy@babytalk.org to find out about the many ways Baby TALK will support you in becoming a Baby TALK Community.