An Introduction to the Foundations of Infant and Early Mental Health
Overview: This updated introductory session provides an overview of early development with a focus on infant and early mental health. Some key concepts and theoretical models that will be explored are the importance of relationships, the developing brain, understanding behaviours, cultural competence and embedding a family approach into your practice. Practical applications to support these concepts as well as reflective questions will be provided to consider in your practice as you work with infants, young children, and their families.
Type: Recorded, Self-paced
Cost: Free
Enrollment Instructions: To enroll, please follow the steps below:
1. Log in to your IEMHP Learning Portal Account
2. Once logged in, navigate to the 'Learning' tab
3. Select 'An Introduction to the Foundations of Infant and Early Mental Health' from the list
4. Click Enroll to begin the training
5. You can leave and come back to the module at anytime. The module will appear under your ' My Learning' tab.
Course Instructions: To complete the course and receive your certificate you must complete the following:
- Watch Parts 1-6 (Prerecorded Webinars)
- Complete the Post-Webinar Knowledge Assessment
- Submit the Feedback Survey
Session Materials: Please see the 'materials' tab for the presentation slide deck.
Facilitator: Chaya Kulkarni, BAA, M.Ed., Ed.D
Director, Infant and Early Mental Health Promotion (IEMHP), Learning Institute, The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto
Dr. Chaya Kulkarni is the Director of Infant Mental Health Promotion (IEMHP) at The Hospital for Sick Children, a national organization which improves outcomes across the lifespan through translating and promoting the science of early mental health into practice with families during pregnancy, infancy, and early childhood. Dr. Kulkarni has over 25 years of experience in a number of leadership roles including frontline service delivery, policy analysis, research, and curriculum and resource development. Prior to joining IEMHP, she was VP, Parent and Professional Education at Invest in Kids, and has also served as Senior Policy Analyst and Researcher for the Office of the Official Opposition, Queen's Park. Dr. Kulkarni is a member of the Board at Family Day Care Services and an adviser to Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.
Questions? Email iemhp.learning@sickkids.ca
To learn more about the Infant and Early Mental Health Promotion organization, please visit: https://www.iemhp.ca
Overview: This updated introductory session provides an overview of early development with a focus on infant and early mental health. Some key concepts and theoretical models that will be explored are the importance of relationships, the developing brain, understanding behaviours, cultural competence and embedding a family approach into your practice. Practical applications to support these concepts as well as reflective questions will be provided to consider in your practice as you work with infants, young children, and their families.
Type: Recorded, Self-paced
Cost: Free
Enrollment Instructions: To enroll, please follow the steps below:
1. Log in to your IEMHP Learning Portal Account
2. Once logged in, navigate to the 'Learning' tab
3. Select 'An Introduction to the Foundations of Infant and Early Mental Health' from the list
4. Click Enroll to begin the training
5. You can leave and come back to the module at anytime. The module will appear under your ' My Learning' tab.
Course Instructions: To complete the course and receive your certificate you must complete the following:
- Watch Parts 1-6 (Prerecorded Webinars)
- Complete the Post-Webinar Knowledge Assessment
- Submit the Feedback Survey
Session Materials: Please see the 'materials' tab for the presentation slide deck.
Facilitator: Chaya Kulkarni, BAA, M.Ed., Ed.D
Director, Infant and Early Mental Health Promotion (IEMHP), Learning Institute, The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto
Dr. Chaya Kulkarni is the Director of Infant Mental Health Promotion (IEMHP) at The Hospital for Sick Children, a national organization which improves outcomes across the lifespan through translating and promoting the science of early mental health into practice with families during pregnancy, infancy, and early childhood. Dr. Kulkarni has over 25 years of experience in a number of leadership roles including frontline service delivery, policy analysis, research, and curriculum and resource development. Prior to joining IEMHP, she was VP, Parent and Professional Education at Invest in Kids, and has also served as Senior Policy Analyst and Researcher for the Office of the Official Opposition, Queen's Park. Dr. Kulkarni is a member of the Board at Family Day Care Services and an adviser to Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.
Questions? Email iemhp.learning@sickkids.ca
To learn more about the Infant and Early Mental Health Promotion organization, please visit: https://www.iemhp.ca
Duration
Instructor
Learning Type
| Trainings: | Type |
|---|---|
An Introduction to the Foundations of Infant and Early Mental Health | Empty |
Part 1: Overview | eLearning Course |
Part 2: Core Components | eLearning Course |
Part 3: Child Development | eLearning Course |
Part 4: Biology, Physiology and Psychology | eLearning Course |
Part 5: Trauma and Stress | eLearning Course |
Part 6: Best Practices | eLearning Course |
Post-Webinar Knowledge Assessment | Assessment |
Feedback Survey | Survey |
Resources
An Introduction to the Foundations of Infant and Early Mental Health (2025)
Presentation(s) Slide Deck
