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When stories of young children struggling with emotional and behavioral challenges make headlines, one question often arises — how do we ensure that families have the support they need in the earliest years of a child’s life?
Southwest Human Development’s Harris Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Training Institute is tackling this issue providing comprehensive, expert-led training for professionals who work with infants, toddlers, and their families, according to a press release.
This 1-year and 2-year cohort-based program is designed for those looking to deepen their knowledge of early childhood mental health and make a lasting impact in their field and community.
Upon graduation, students receive a certificate in either Infant and Family Studies or Infant and Family Clinical Practice. Year one runs from August to May, followed by year two, which extends from August to May of the following year.
The program is led by Dr. Alison Steier, a nationally recognized expert in infant and early childhood mental health and the VP of Mental Health Services at Southwest Human Development.
With decades of experience, Dr. Steier has helped shape national conversations around early intervention, attachment, and trauma-informed care, making this program a must-attend for professionals seeking the best training available in Arizona. Participants will also get a chance to connect with guest speakers who are internationally recognized infant mental health specialists and authors.
This intensive learning experience provides professionals with specialized training in understanding emotional and social development in infants and toddlers.
“Harris Institute graduates are shaping the future of infant mental health in Arizona,” says Denise Lopez, Training Specialist at Southwest Human Development. “This training empowers professionals to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families, ensuring they get the best possible start.”
Learn more and apply today: swhd.org/harris
