Professional Development

WFCCA offers a variety of opportunities throughout the year, both online and in person. From focused discussions and training to statewide conferences and local gatherings, there are many ways to build knowledge, develop skills, and exchange ideas with others who work with young children.

Explore WFCCA Events

Whether your connection to young children is through your work, your family, or your community, WFCCA offers opportunities to connect, share experiences, and explore new ideas. Discover the events and gatherings WFCCA offers throughout the year.

Monthly HUDDLES

Our monthly HUDDLES give family child care providers a place to collaborate, share ideas, and discuss challenges common to our profession. Like a sports huddle, we come together as teammates to exchange information, encourage one another, and learn from each other’s experiences. Conversations may cover a range of topics, from everyday challenges in family child care to current trends, resources, and focused training. HUDDLES are a chance to ask questions, hear different perspectives, and share what’s working in our own programs. We meet on Zoom at 1:30 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of each month. Since our hosts understand the demands of caring for young children, feel free to pop in and out as needed. To receive the schedule, join the Huddle email list.

Regional Mini-Conferences

If you find it hard to get away for a full conference, a mini-conference is the perfect alternative! Time-saving and cost-effective, our mini-conferences bring family child care providers together to collaborate, learn, and grow. Enjoy the same opportunities for meaningful conversations, professional growth, and building community with fellow early childhood professionals as a traditional conference, but in a shorter format. Each mini-conference offers a complete day of training conducted by industry experts, accompanied by a light lunch—all at an affordable price! Attend your region’s next mini-conference to learn, connect with other providers, and leave feeling refreshed and inspired.

Upcoming Mini-Conferences

Pewaukee, WI
📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
📍 WCTC (Waukesha County Technical College)
800 Main St Pewaukee, WI
Download the Pewaukee Mini-Conference Flyer

Annual Statewide Conference

The Wisconsin Family Child Care Association conference brings together family child care providers, early childhood educators, and other professionals in the early care and education field from across the state. It’s a great opportunity to share knowledge, exchange ideas, and talk about the challenges we face in our work. The conference offers the latest research, best practices, and practical strategies to help you strengthen your program and the care you provide. With a variety of sessions and perspectives, attendees can explore new approaches, discover helpful resources, and bring fresh ideas back to their work. It’s also a chance to connect with others who understand the work you do. Visit our Conference page for details.

Other Professional Development Opportunities

Professional development opportunities are available through organizations across Wisconsin. Explore the resources below to find training, continuing education, and learning experiences that meet your interests and needs.

• Satellite Family Child Care System
• SFTA Professional Development List
• WECA Training Opportunities
• WI Registry Event Search
• YoungStar Trainings & Professional Development

Are you an organization offering professional development for early childhood professionals? We welcome you to submit your information for inclusion in our directory.