Conducting Effective Childcare Center Tours

If you are employed in a state that uses a registry to track professional development hours, you will be able to provide your registry ID (Stars, MOPID, Registry or other ECE ID#) after you have completed the quiz for the course. If you pass the quiz we will report your course completion to the state registry using the registry ID that you provide.

This course is designed for early childhood directors, administrators, and lead teachers who are responsible for showcasing their center to prospective families. Participants will learn that a tour is more than just a walkthrough of the building. It is the first and most critical opportunity to build a relationship, communicate the program’s value, and create a lasting impression that leads to enrollment. Course length – 1.5 hours.

This course helps answer the following questions:

• Why is a tour important?

• How should I prepare for a tour?

• How can I prepare my staff for an upcoming tour?

• What should go in a tour packet?

• How should I follow up after a tour?

Participants who successfully complete this course will be able to:

• Articulate the primary goals of a purposeful tour.

• Lead families through a guided tour that highlights the program’s strengths, philosophy, and daily life.

• Confidently address challenging questions and manage difficult family dynamics.

• Effectively manage enrollment paperwork and communicate next steps.

• Develop and execute a timely and personalized follow-up strategy.