The Pyramid Model is a conceptual framework based on evidence-based practices designed to promote healthy social and emotional development in young children. This course is recommended for NM PreK staff working in Community Based and School Based settings. For new lead teachers, all 29 hours (7 modules) are required within the first 2 years of employment in a NM PreK classroom. Participants may enroll in the first year and complete the training over the course of Year 1 and Year 2.

Registration in this course includes access to all 7 modules. Modules are self-paced.

Introduction to the Pyramid Model (2 hours)

Preschool Module 1: Nurturing and Responsive Relationships (6 hours)

Preschool Module 2: High-Quality, Supportive Environments (6 hours)

Preschool Module 3: Teaching Social-Emotional Skills (6 hours) (6 hours)

Preschool Module 4: Individualized Teaching of Social-Emotional Skills (2 hours)

Preschool Module 5: Addressing Challenging Behavior (6 hours)

Preschool Module 6: Overview of Prevent-Teach-Reinforce for Young Children (1 hour)

1.            Child Growth, Development and Learning:            8

2.            Health, Safety and Nutrition:      

3.            Family and Community Collaboration:     4

4.            Developmentally Appropriate Content:  7

5.            Learning Environment and Curriculum Implementation: 10

6.            Assessment of Children and Programs:  

7.            Professionalism:              

8.            Topic Only:        

9.            TOTAL:  29