We are thrilled to offer our Nature-Based Teacher Certification! You will gain a deeper understanding of nature pedagogy and practices as you earn this introductory credential. (Graduate credit available.)

This five-day, 36-hour course provides in-depth study of best practices in nature-based early childhood education to prepare you for meaningful outdoor learning experiences. We draw from experienced educators with diverse perspectives to help you hone your own approaches to nature-based ECE. Whether you are in a formal school or childcare setting or working in a nature or forest preschool, this course is designed to meet the needs of early childhood educators working in any setting. (See web for complete description.)

SCHEDULE
Monday: 8:30 - 5 p.m.
Registration at the Carriage House at the Grammercy Mansion, Stevenson, MD (Breakfast and lunch provided daily)
Tuesday: 8:30 - 5 p.m.
Optional morning yoga at 7:45 a.m. 
Wednesday: 8:30 - 5 p.m.
Optional morning yoga at 7:45 a.m.
Thursday: 8:30 - 2 p.m.
Optional morning yoga at 7:45 a.m.  2 - 8:30 p.m.
Lunch, dinner, and evening workshop provided
Friday: 8:30 - 4 p.m. 
Final day at the Carriage House at the Grammercy Mansion