Socio-pedagogical educators and teachers in ECEC services: what is the initial and in service training for professional competencies

In response to the scenario of national and European political and pedagogical debate, with the introduction and progressive system setting of D.Lgs. n.65 of 2017 born in Italy the integrated system of education and education services 0-6 which is a crucial moment for the education sector of first and second childhood. The quality of services is closely linked to the professionalism of SP (Socio-Pedagogical) educators and teachers, who must have solid pedagogical and methodological preparation to respond to children's needs and development rhythms. Specific and coherent initial training coupled with continuing training processes enables professionals to competently address educational challenges and adapt to educational policies and changes in family needs. What are the professional skills essential for educational practice for socio-pedagogical educators and teachers in ECEC (Early Childhood Education and Care) services 0-6? And how did they build and consolidate their competencies? The proposed exploratory survey addresses SP educators and teachers in service on the national territory to investigate the issue of the construction of professional profiles in real contexts through the administration of a questionnaire to educational professionals in ECEC services. The study is formulated according to mixed survey processes and aims to initiate a reflection on training experiences that contribute to the development of professionalism. This contribution aims to present the research design and preliminary results of questionnaire administration.