During the year, there are many opportunities for early care and education professionals to attend conferences. Conferences not only provide a chance to network with others in the field, but also provide exciting professional development opportunities. For more information about conferences in the state of Georgia contact:

Georgia Association on Young Children - Annual Conference in October – www.gayconline.org or 404-222-0014.

Care Solutions - Creating Connections… Enhancing Potential - Brain Development and Learning – This conference is specifically designed for infant and toddler teachers and is held several times each year throughout the state. Contact Care Solutions at www.caresolutions.com or call 770-642-6722.

The University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Service provides Early Childhood Institutes statewide. Contact the Extension Conference Office at 229-386-3416 or check out their website at www.fcs.uga.edu/extension/eci/info.html.

The Georgia Childhood Care and Education Training Calendar, published by Care Solutions, Inc., also provides a comprehensive listing of upcoming conferences in its bi-monthly publication. Call 770-642-6722 for a copy of the calendar or visit their website at www.caresolutions.com.