Learn more about our standards and practices below, including Caring for Our Children National Health and Safety Standards, National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Tennessee Early Learning Developmental Standards (TN-ELDS), and more.
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Beginning November 1, 2021, TDHS will only recognize external or non-agency-based training sources approved through TrainTN. All prior approvals granted to external training sources that are not TrainTN approved will no longer be recognized by TDHS.
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- Resume: By attaching your resume, your qualifications are made available to TrainTN, assuring all trainers are skilled, competent and experienced in delivering training content.
- Abstract: The abstract is a summary of the training itself. This information should include the following: lecture summary and discussion topics; participant activities, the method of delivery (face-to-face, large group vs. small group, webinar, train-the-trainer, etc.); intended audience, designated content area (as listed on the application-choose as many as apply); training objectives (to include number of hours credited to participants); and references and resources.
- Submit completed application and above requirements using the online application form
Beginning September 8, 2025, TrainTN will temporarily pause accepting new applications.
TrainTN approved trainers are responsible for the entire training event, including the evaluation process and issuing of training completion certificates. Training certificates may not be awarded for partial attendance. Please note attendance documentation must be submitted to TrainTN within seven (7) calendar days of completion of the training. TrainTN training records must be kept for a minimum of three (3) years.
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- Caring for Our Children National Health and Safety Performance Standards
- Child Care and Development Fund Final Rule Publication and Resources
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
- National Resource Center for Health and Safety in Child Care Early Education
- Tennessee Department of Human Services-Child Care Services
- Tennessee Early Learning Developmental Standards (TN-ELDS)
- Tennessee Licensure Rules for Child Care Agencies (1240-04-01)
Recommended Reading
- Anti Bias Education for Young Children
- Code of Ethical Conduct and Companion Books
- Developmentally Appropriate Practice