Career Training Group

Career Training Group logomark.
Menu
Equipping educators with the tools to thrive

Professional Development

Professional Development

CTG now offers dynamic, hands-on professional development to equip your staff for a strong start to the school year.

Join Teacher Pre-Flight™
Request PD Session Today
Join Our July CDA Cohort
Educators Assemble™
Register Today
Request Now
Apply Today
Register Now
Portrait of a beaming graduate at the Cohort 4 graduation ceremony.
Committed to Your Growth and Impact

Why Choose CTG?

Professional development is vital for staying current and effective in the rapidly evolving field of early childhood education. CTG offers targeted sessions led by experienced trainers, equipping educators with practical tools and strategies for real-world success. Our PD supports growth at every level, empowering professionals to lead with confidence and innovation.

Benefits of our PD sessions:

  • Experienced, engaged trainers
  • Relevant content
  • Practical application
Portrait of a beaming graduate at the Cohort 4 graduation ceremony.
What Educators and Directors Are Saying

Success Stories

“The educators at McMillian’s FIRST Steps CDC had a transformative experience through their participation in the Career Training Group program. This curriculum has equipped my instructors with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to advance in their early childhood education careers. Ivory Knighton, a preschool teacher at McMillian’s, described the program as a family of educators working together to empower each other. Therefore, we highly recommend this program to anyone looking to advance their career by earning a CDA in Early Childhood Education. I want to express my deep gratitude to the dedicated administrators who made it possible for my teachers to take part in this incredible program!”
Chantrell Causey, center owner, smiling proudly at the graduation ceremony honoring the teachers she referred to CTG for career training.
Chantrell Causey
Director of McMillian’s FIRST Steps CDC
“What I liked the most about Career Training Group was that we each had individual coaches who worked with us one-on-one outside of the group activities. I also liked that they pushed us and made sure we were able to get the materials we needed.”
Graduate Yasia Quillens smiling brightly for her graduation photo, wearing a cap and gown in front of a neutral background.
Yasia Quillens
Class of ’23
"My experience with Career Training Group was that the ladies were super supportive! They pushed us to be better for ourselves and the kids. They worked with us on our mental health and made us feel like we could achieve our goals while loving what you’re doing. They said that ECE is not just a job, but a passion."
Graduate Ivory Knighton, beaming while seated for her graduation portrait, wearing a blue cap and gown.
Ivory Knighton
Class of ’24
“I would like to express my gratitude for the Career Training Group. They are an exceptional company to deal with in helping our centers achieve the certifications we need for our teachers. My staff have been able to receive their CDA’s with them. What a wonderful staff to work with and Niki Da’Jon is such a pleasure to work with… She is so supportive and attentive to detail. It shows how much she cares about the people in her program. I would highly recommend anyone to work with this company. Thank you again for helping The Little Schoolhouse achieve their goals.”
Logo for The Little Schoolhouse Child Development Center.
Gena Stephens
Owner/Director of The Little Schoolhouse
Invest in your team's growth

PD Opportunities

CTG is now offering dynamic, high-quality professional development designed to empower early childhood educators at every level. We’re channeling the same excellence, passion, and support that define our CDA program into individualized PD sessions for your staff. Whether you’re looking to sharpen skills, boost morale, or deepen best practices, our trainings are crafted to make a lasting impact.

Request Now
A Jumpstart for the Year Ahead

Teacher Pre-Flight™

Set your staff up for a successful school year with CTG’s Teacher Pre-Flight™ — a focused, high-energy introduction to the expectations, mindsets, and best practices of the Early Childhood classroom. This program is perfect for new hires, career changers, or anyone needing a refresher before the year begins. With real-world strategies, engaging facilitators, and CTG’s signature support, Pre-Flight helps your team feel confident, prepared, and ready to thrive from day one.

Day 1

  • Health and Safety/Active Supervision (2 hrs)
  • Intro to CLASS (2 hrs)
  • Professionalism and Soft Skills (2 hrs)

Day 2

  • CLASS Deep Dive (3 hrs)
  • Lesson Planning, Curriculum & TSGold (2 hrs)

  • Team Building: Being a Team Player (1 hr)

Day 3

  • Mental Health and Stress Management (2 hrs)
  • Licensing and Compliance (1 hr)
  • Managing Children with Special Needs (3 hrs)
Learn More
Women smiling brightly while standing and participating in an activity during Cohort 4 orientation.
start with confidence

Why Teacher Pre-Flight™?

Prepping for a new school year takes time and resources—let CTG help. Our Teacher Pre-Flight™ program delivers expert-led training that equips your staff with the tools, mindsets, and best practices needed to start strong. In just three days, teachers earn 18 continuing education hours from Louisiana Certified Pathway Trainers and walk away confident, prepared, and classroom-ready to start the school year strong.

Session Dates & Investment

Investment Per Staff

1 Day – $100 | 2 Days – $185 | 3 Days – $250

Includes bonus virtual training on conflict resolution for 3-day registrants.

Upcoming Session Dates

  • July 23–25 (In-person, Orleans Parish)
  • July 28–30 (Virtual)

Get Started with Teacher Pre-Flight™

Register now
Three women socializing and smiling at the camera while waiting for the orientation to begin.
Elevate Your Skills

Reserve Your Spot Today

Spots are limited—reserve now to set your team up for success! Bulk registration discounts are available for groups of 10 or more.

Interested in scheduling Teacher Pre-Flight™ exclusively for your organization? Email us at careertraininggroupla@gmail.com to get started.

Three women socializing and smiling at the camera while waiting for the orientation to begin.