[Florida City, Florida—26-Aug-2025]: Amid growing concerns about childcare workforce retention and rising operational costs, the National Institute of Child Care Management (NICCM) has expanded its digital offerings through its HandPrint training platform by launching a new slate of video-based professional development courses, available for just $11 per module.

According to a 2024 report by the U.S. Department of Education, early childhood education providers face some of the highest turnover rates in the education sector, with annual attrition exceeding 25%. At the same time, many states continue to require ongoing professional development hours for licensing renewals and credential maintenance. NICCM’s $11 video courses aim to ease that burden by making high-quality, on-demand training accessible and budget-friendly for educators across the country.

“These new modules are designed with flexibility and affordability in mind,” said a NICCM representative. “We recognize that early educators often have limited time and resources. Our goal is to provide training options that fit into their daily lives without compromising on quality or relevance. Whether they’re fulfilling annual training hours or brushing up on specific skills, educators now have a reliable tool they can access anytime.”

The video courses cover a range of topics aligned with licensing requirements and practical classroom needs, including child development, safety procedures, staff supervision, and positive behavior guidance. Each module is self-paced and provides a certificate of completion, making it a convenient option for those pursuing director credential renewal, childcare director certification, or meeting state-mandated CEUs. The content is developed and reviewed by professionals with direct experience in early childhood program administration and classroom instruction.

All $11 trainings are hosted on NICCM’s HandPrint platform, a user-friendly site designed to give educators access to immediate, mobile-compatible learning. Unlike subscription models or bundled fees, these courses are available à la carte with no expiration and no hidden charges. Educators can select individual modules based on their needs and complete them at their own pace, an increasingly valuable option as staffing shortages continue to affect daily operations at childcare centers nationwide.

Beyond its use in meeting required hours, the training model supports ongoing skill development for professionals working toward credentials such as the childcare director certificate or preschool director certification. The platform serves as an entry point for those new to early education while also offering targeted modules for seasoned administrators.

As continuing education remains a cornerstone of quality in early childhood programs, accessible resources like these $11 modules are poised to help directors and staff remain in compliance and engaged with evolving best practices. For many educators, they represent an affordable way to build expertise incrementally, without stepping away from the classroom.

About NICCM
The National Institute of Child Care Management (NICCM) is a national organization specializing in early childhood professional development, credentialing, and leadership training. NICCM offers in-person and online programs, including the CDA Fast Track, National Administrator Credential (NAC), and the Florida Director Credential. Through its HandPrint platform, NICCM delivers affordable, high-impact online courses to educators and directors in all 50 states. The organization remains committed to supporting those who care for and educate young children by offering practical, accessible, and high-quality training solutions.

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Website: https://niccm.com
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Phone: (602) 476-1422
Address: 14422 Shoreside Way, Suite 110-510, Winter Garden, FL 34787