Endorsement: Supporting Growth & Development in Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health TP1

Tuesday, May 6, 1:00 pm–2:00 pm

Pre-Registration Required

This workshop introduces Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Endorsements (IMH-E® and ECMH-E®), a credential that recognizes the expertise of the many professionals working with children ages 0-6 and their families. Endorsement® applies to a multidisciplinary field, including therapists, social workers, case workers, early intervention specialists, home visitors, public health nurses, occupational and physical therapists, teachers, and other early childhood professionals. The Endorsement® system organizes a set of standardized competencies that professionals must meet to become Endorsed, ensuring that families receive high-quality, specialized services and that providers are recognized for their advanced expertise. This workshop will help you understand Endorsement® categories, requirements, and how to apply.

Presented by


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Sahkiya Brakebill
Manager
The Center for Early Relational Health @ Akin

Sahkiya is a passionate professional dedicated to nurturing our world through healing relationships, a mindset that extends through her work as she collaborates with clients, partners, and community. She is honored to work for the Center for Early Relational Health, where her 12+ years of teaching experience, marcomms expertise, and dedication to community partnership come together. Her wide breadth of skills also includes Reflective Supervision and Consultation, Board management, event planning, fundraising, and project management. Sahkiya embodies a compassionate, humanistic, and holistic approach to her work, driving positive change and leaving a lasting imprint on organizations and individuals she serves.


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Veronica Rosa-Sandoval
Bilingual/Bicultural Workforce Development Specialist
Alliance for the Advancement of Infant Mental Health

Bilingual/Bicultural Workforce Development Specialist


Handouts

The Center for Early Relational Health - IECMH Endorsement
Age Group Addressed:
Birth to Age 3, Birth through Age 5
Audience:
All
Core Competency Area:
Professional Development and Leadership
Skill Level:
Fundamental
Presentation Outcomes:
Endorsement offers early childhood providers professional recognition while promoting a shared understanding of early development, relational health, and trauma-informed care. It also supports reflective practice and emotional awareness, helping build a stronger, more grounded workforce that elevates care and advocacy for young children and families.
Learning Objectives:
  1. Understand Endorsement for Culturally Sensitive, Relationship-focused Practice Promoting Infant Mental Health (IMH-E®), Endorsement for Culturally Sensitive, Relationship-focused Practice Promoting Early Childhood Mental Health (ECMH-E®), and how they benefit Washington.
  2. Learn about the competencies that support the Endorsement® process and about the six Endorsement® categories and the ERS add on.
  3. Determine how to identify the appropriate category to pursue.
Expertise
None