The Faces Behind Our Success
Meet Our Team
Each team member contributes to not only our success, but yours as well!
Tina Abner
Credentialed Trainer/Owner
Tina Abner is the owner of Early Child Training Center and a Kentucky Credentialed Trainer with over 25 years of experience in professional development. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Early Childhood Education from Eastern Kentucky University and brings more than 35 years of experience in the early childhood field.
Her background includes working with Head Start as a Mentor Coach, as well as serving as a CLASS-certified trainer and observer. Tina is also a member of the Early Childhood Community Council and a certified CPR Instructor through the American Heart Association (AHA).
Tina founded Early Child Training Center to fulfill a dream she carried for over 20 years to create an online platform that provides accessible, high-quality training for early childhood professionals. Her work goes far beyond business.
She considers her work as a conduit to demonstrate the love of Jesus Christ to all of her students and customers each and every day. Her heart desires to see positive changes in child care, improved training, better wages, and phenomenal mentorship for the next generation of leaders to come.
Amy Conrad
Credentialed Trainer/CDA
Amy is a Credentialed Trainer with a passion for nurturing the development of children and growing the quality of care they receive. Amy graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Child Development and Family Studies from Eastern Kentucky University. Amy’s journey in the field spans over 27 years.
Amy’s experience encompasses a diverse range of roles, including teaching in both early head start and head start programs, working as a PD Specialist for the Council for Professional Recognition, and many other impactful roles.
Her passion has been to support and mentor early childhood professionals. She has trained countless early childhood educators on a wide array of topics crucial to the field of early childhood. For over two decades, Amy has been a CDA trainer/instructor, guiding and supporting numerous educators on their path to obtaining their CDA and KY. Director’s credentials.
Amy is committed to enhancing the quality of care, educational opportunities, and support available to children, families, educators, and communities.
Chasity Powell
Admin
From the hills of Southeastern Kentucky, where she has built a life enriched by love and family. Chasity is a devoted spouse and a proud parent to four wonderful children. Her educational journey led her to attain a Bachelor’s degree in Human Services and Counseling, reflecting her commitment to understanding and helping others. She is dedicated her career to making a positive impact on others.
Beyond work, her passion for travel, her love of books, and the art of photography have colored the canvas of her life.
In essence, she embodies the values of family, education, and a genuine appreciation for life’s experiences, making myself a well-rounded individual with a heart full of love and a spirit of adventure.