What this is
The Children's Needs Card Official Introductory Course — STEP is an online training program that teaches adults how to understand and respond to children's emotional needs using a specialized card-based tool. Participants learn to identify the underlying feelings driving children's behavior and develop more effective communication strategies. The session is delivered live via Zoom and combines theoretical child psychology foundations with hands-on practice using the Children's Needs Card system. It is a structured, interactive educational workshop aimed at parents, educators, and childcare professionals seeking practical skills for better child engagement.
Who should go
This course is ideal for parents, teachers, nursery workers, childcare professionals, and anyone who works closely with children and wants to deepen their understanding of child psychology. The online format makes it accessible for busy professionals who cannot attend in-person training. Expect an interactive session with opportunities to practice the card-based techniques in real time. Make sure you have a stable internet connection, a quiet space, and a device with a working camera and microphone before joining the Zoom session.
Good to know
Registration and payment are handled online prior to the session — check the event page for the booking link, and confirm whether foreign credit cards are accepted at checkout. The course is conducted via Zoom, so you will receive a meeting link by email after registering; check your spam folder if it does not arrive. As this is a live interactive workshop, participants are expected to have their cameras on and engage with the card-based exercises. The session is likely conducted in Japanese, so non-Japanese speakers should confirm language availability before booking. Arrive in the Zoom room a few minutes early to avoid disrupting the session once it begins.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.