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Welcome

Accelerated Child Care Training That Fits Your Life

Your journey to becoming an exceptional early childhood educator starts here. At The Gro Academy, we offer two fast tracks to success, thoughtfully designed to fit your pace and goals.

🌟 Track One is our most accelerated path, led by expert trainer Sheryl (Sherry) Picha—complete your face-to-face training in just one week.


🌟 Track Two, guided by the dynamic Arielle Brandt, offers a bit more breathing room, wrapping up in just two and a half weeks.

Whichever path you choose, you'll be nurtured by experienced trainers and supported every step of the way. Let’s grow your future together. 🌸

Watch & Gro: How It Works

Not sure what to expect? Watch this short video to see how our training process works, what makes us different, and how we help you get certified faster — with the support you deserve every step of the way.

✨ Ready to grow with us? Press play!

✨ Or view our open courses!

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Why We Gro

At The Gro Academy, we grow confident, capable early childhood educators through expert-led, accelerated training that inspires, empowers, and makes a difference—starting day one.

Ignite young minds and shape the future—discover how quality early childhood education makes a lasting impact and how you can be a part of it.

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