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EPIC: Empowering Educators and Schools
Welcome to the Early Professionals Institute and Collective (EPIC) — your launchpad to a future filled with purpose, opportunity, and real-world impact. At EPIC, we believe education is more than a credential — it's a catalyst for change.
Rooted in innovation, equity, and empowerment, we provide high-quality, career-focused training designed to meet the needs of today’s evolving workforce. Whether you're just starting out or seeking advancement, our programs are built to open doors and unlock potential.
As a premier destination for early career development, EPIC offers specialized, industry-aligned pathways — from CDA certification to digital skills training — that equip learners with the tools, confidence, and connections to thrive in a competitive job market.
Hablamos Español y estamos aquí para ayudarte.
EPIC: Empowering Educators and Schools
Welcome to the Early Professionals Institute and Collective (EPIC) — your launchpad to a future filled with purpose, opportunity, and real-world impact. At EPIC, we believe education is more than a credential — it's a catalyst for change.
Rooted in innovation, equity, and empowerment, we provide high-quality, career-focused training designed to meet the needs of today’s evolving workforce. Whether you're just starting out or seeking advancement, our programs are built to open doors and unlock potential.
As a premier destination for early career development, EPIC offers specialized, industry-aligned pathways — from CDA certification to digital skills training — that equip learners with the tools, confidence, and connections to thrive in a competitive job market.
Available Programs
Online Professional Development
Select from our self-paced online course library—designed for busy educators ready to grow. Earn credentials, build skills, and complete lessons on your own schedule.
Online Professional Development
Select from our self-paced online course library—designed for busy educators ready to grow. Earn credentials, build skills, and complete lessons on your own schedule.
Online Professional Development
Select from our self-paced online course library—designed for busy educators ready to grow. Earn credentials, build skills, and complete lessons on your own schedule.
Online Professional Development
Personalized career counseling offers tailored guidance to help you identify your strengths, goals, and opportunities.
Live Workshops
Explore our calendar of live virtual and in-person workshops. From emotional regulation to literacy strategies, these sessions are packed with insight and tools.
Live Workshops
Explore our calendar of live virtual and in-person workshops. From emotional regulation to literacy strategies, these sessions are packed with insight and tools.
Live Workshops
Explore our calendar of live virtual and in-person workshops. From emotional regulation to literacy strategies, these sessions are packed with insight and tools.
Live Workshops
Explore our calendar of live virtual and in-person workshops. From emotional regulation to literacy strategies, these sessions are packed with insight and tools.
CDA Credential Cohort
A guided, NJCCIS-aligned program designed to fulfill the 120-hour CDA requirement through a structured 8-week virtual cohort.
CDA Credential Cohort
A guided, NJCCIS-aligned program designed to fulfill the 120-hour CDA requirement through a structured 8-week virtual cohort.
CDA Credential Cohort
A guided, NJCCIS-aligned program designed to fulfill the 120-hour CDA requirement through a structured 8-week virtual cohort.
CDA Credential Cohort
Work with us to create a career that brings success. Together, we’ll build a plan to help you achieve your goals.
Live Workshops
Live on Zoom
60–75 minutes long
Include digital certificate + CEUs
$25+ per participant
Group trainings available by request for schools or organizations
July 18, 2025
@ 6:00 PM EST
🧠 Big Feelings: Supporting Emotional Regulation in Young Children
$25
Build emotional literacy through age-appropriate strategies
Support co-regulation between children and caregivers
Apply trauma-informed practices in early learning environments
SOLD OUT
August 14, 2025 @ 6:00 PM EST
📚 Literacy in Early Childhood Classrooms
$25
Embed foundational literacy into everyday routines
Use story time, play, and centers to strengthen language development
Support pre-reading skills through meaningful, hands-on strategies
SOLD OUT
SOLD OUT
September 6, 2025 @ 10:00 AM EST
📚 Literacy in Early Childhood Classrooms
$35
Embed foundational literacy into everyday routines
Use story time, play, and centers to strengthen language development
Support pre-reading skills through meaningful, hands-on strategies
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Success Stories
Tomar el curso de CDA con Early Professional Institute and Collective fue una experiencia increíble. Gracias a lo que aprendí, conseguí un trabajo en un centro de educación infantil poco después de terminar el programa.
El apoyo del equipo hizo toda la diferencia. ¡Lo recomiendo muchísimo!
Tomar el curso de CDA con Early Professional Institute and Collective fue una experiencia increíble. Gracias a lo que aprendí, conseguí un trabajo en un centro de educación infantil poco después de terminar el programa.
El apoyo del equipo hizo toda la diferencia. ¡Lo recomiendo muchísimo!
Matilde G.
Matilde G.
Career coaching made all the difference in my job search! She helped me refine my resume, practice for interviews, and build confidence in my abilities. Her guidance was so practical and encouraging. I felt completely prepared when I walked into my interview.
Thanks to her support, I landed a paraprofessional position that I’m truly excited about. This expertise and dedication are unmatched, and I couldn’t have done it without EPIC!
Career coaching made all the difference in my job search! She helped me refine my resume, practice for interviews, and build confidence in my abilities. Her guidance was so practical and encouraging. I felt completely prepared when I walked into my interview.
Thanks to her support, I landed a paraprofessional position that I’m truly excited about. This expertise and dedication are unmatched, and I couldn’t have done it without EPIC!
Stephanie S.
Stephanie S.
Career coaching was exactly what I needed! This helped me ace my first job interview and land a paraprofessional job in a middle school. This support made all the difference—highly recommend.
Career coaching was exactly what I needed! This helped me ace my first job interview and land a paraprofessional job in a middle school. This support made all the difference—highly recommend.
Liliana P.
Liliana P.
Taking the CDA course with EPIC was a game-changer for me! The program provided me with the skills, confidence, and hands-on knowledge I needed to excel in early childhood education. Within weeks of completing the course, I secured a job at a childcare center in Jackson, NJ.
Emily and her team were always available to answer questions and keep me motivated. I now feel equipped to make a real impact in children’s lives and build a rewarding career. I can’t recommend this program enough!
Taking the CDA course with EPIC was a game-changer for me! The program provided me with the skills, confidence, and hands-on knowledge I needed to excel in early childhood education. Within weeks of completing the course, I secured a job at a childcare center in Jackson, NJ.
Emily and her team were always available to answer questions and keep me motivated. I now feel equipped to make a real impact in children’s lives and build a rewarding career. I can’t recommend this program enough!
Olive C.
Olive C.
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Early Professional Institute + Collective (EPIC) is a nonprofit organization incorporated in the State of New Jersey.
We are committed to providing high-quality, equitable professional and workforce training opportunities for early career educators, caregivers, and community leaders.
© 2025 EPIC. All rights reserved.
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Early Professional Institute + Collective (EPIC) is a nonprofit organization incorporated in the State of New Jersey.
We are committed to providing high-quality, equitable professional and workforce training opportunities for early career educators, caregivers, and community leaders.
© 2025 EPIC. All rights reserved.
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2025 © Early Professionals Institute and Collective, All Rights Reserved
Early Professional Institute + Collective (EPIC) is a nonprofit organization incorporated in the State of New Jersey.
We are committed to providing high-quality, equitable professional and workforce training opportunities for early career educators, caregivers, and community leaders.
© 2025 EPIC. All rights reserved.
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2025 © Early Professionals Institute and Collective, All Rights Reserved
Early Professional Institute + Collective (EPIC) is a nonprofit organization incorporated in the State of New Jersey.
We are committed to providing high-quality, equitable professional and workforce training opportunities for early career educators, caregivers, and community leaders.
© 2025 EPIC. All rights reserved.
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