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WINSTON-SALEM, NC 27101
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What comes to mind when you hear the words professional development? Do you have a Professional Development Plan? Do you need a Professional Plan? All great questions, and professional development can help you gain knowledge and skills and advance in your career and comes in a variety of formats. Professional development plans can help you […]
This learning event is approved by the NC DCDEE and meets many requirements for the health and safety trainings. BSAC (Basic School Age Care) is a 5 hour introductory level […]
Teaching infants and toddlers to use sign language allows them to see, feel, and hear language. Participants will learn the benefits of using sign language with infants and toddlers, how to use some basic sign language, and identify strategies for implementing sign language in their classroom environment. (DCDEE 3, 7) Melinda McCullen Infant Toddler Specialist […]
Outdoor play encourages movement and physical activity that is stimulating for children’s development and learning. The Playground safety training addresses playground safety hazards, playground supervision, maintenance, general upkeep of the outdoor area, and age and developmentally appropriate playground equipment. This training offers a practical and educational interpretation of North Carolina Child Care Commission’s playground safety […]
Major Component of the Curriculum for Infants and Toddlers What does the word "curriculum" mean to you? If teaching skills and planning projects are the first ideas that come to mind, this training event will open your eyes to a new way of thinking about the infant-toddler "curriculum." Infant and toddler teachers spend a large […]
New Online format! Outdoor play encourages movement and physical activity that is stimulating for children’s development and learning. The Playground safety training addresses playground safety hazards, playground supervision, maintenance, general upkeep of the outdoor area, and age and developmentally appropriate playground equipment. This training offers a practical and educational interpretation of North Carolina Child Care […]
** ITS-SIDS Training, it may not be taken virtually if it is the first time attending this training. It can only be taken virtually if the training is being renewed after three years. This required training explains all the parts of North Carolina’s SIDS Law. Participants will review information about when and how to use […]
Online format IT SIDS certification Health and Safety training! This required training explains all the parts of North Carolina’s SIDS Law. Participants will review information about when and how to use the approved waivers, how to best place a baby in bed to sleep, and other “Best Practice” recommendations. During the workshop, participants will […]
Introduction to Cultural Competence: Awareness of Children from diverse backgrounds — including children of color, children in families of lower socioeconomics, and children of marginalized groups are being cared for and educated in our early childhood programs. We know that we need to provide learning experiences that reflect the cultural backgrounds of all children, which […]
The purpose of this workshop is to provide a training on how quality care is found based on state regulation, observation, human intuition, and the safety/comfort of a facility based on a child’s needs. During this training we will be discussing what the 1–5-star rating scale means. The growth and development of your child and […]
BSAC ( Basic School Age Care) is a 5 hour introductory level training event for school age care professionals that are new to the field. The training includes the follow modules: Health & Safety Environmental Design Child/Youth Development Developmentally Appropriate Activities Guiding Child Behavior Quality School Age Care This training is required by the NC […]
Developmentally Appropriate Behavior: But I'm supposed to act like this! In this training we will learn how imagination fosters cognitive and social development. We will explore how to raise children to reach their highest intellectual and social/emotional potential. In early childhood education, critical thinking skills and creative problem-solving abilities are goals for children's development. We […]
Online format Early Care and Education: Settings as it relates to developmental delays We know that monitoring and screening in early childhood early care and education settings is critical to identifying children at risk for developmental delays. What is less known is how programs use developmental monitoring and screening tools and ways caregivers talk with […]
This required training explains all the parts of North Carolina’s SIDS Law. Participants will review information about when and how to use the approved waivers, how to best place a baby in bed to sleep, and other “Best Practice” recommendations. During the workshop, participants will get the needed information to create a Safe Sleep Policy, […]
Online format IT SIDS certification Health and Safety training! For new participates and renewal of certification. This required training explains all the parts of North Carolina’s SIDS Law. Participants will review information about when and how to use the approved waivers, how to best place a baby in bed to sleep, and other “Best Practice” […]
Major Component of the Curriculum for Infants and Toddlers What does the word "curriculum" mean to you? If teaching skills and planning projects are the first ideas that come to mind, this training event will open your eyes to a new way of thinking about the infant-toddler "curriculum." Infant and toddler teachers spend a large […]
Online format IT SIDS certification Health and Safety training! For new participates and renewal of certification. This required training explains all the parts of North Carolina’s SIDS Law. Participants will review information about when and how to use the approved waivers, how to best place a baby in bed to sleep, and other “Best Practice” […]
New Online format! EPR is a required Health and Safety Training Emergency Preparedness is essential when providing quality early care. Administrators and teachers need pre-planned strategies to address situations that require immediate attention. This learning session provides information and policies to prepare early educators for different types of emergencies Presenter: Laura Brown, Early Education Coach […]
Outdoor play encourages movement and physical activity that is stimulating for children’s development and learning. The Playground safety training addresses playground safety hazards, playground supervision, maintenance, general upkeep of the outdoor area, and age and developmentally appropriate playground equipment. This training offers a practical and educational interpretation of the North Carolina Child Care Commission’s playground […]
Online format IT SIDS certification Health and Safety training! For new participates and renewal of certification. This required training explains all the parts of North Carolina’s SIDS Law. Participants will review information about when and how to use the approved waivers, how to best place a baby in bed to sleep, and other “Best Practice” […]
This training is geared towards informing, assessing, and providing strategies to support the skill of deep breathing and making a connection to help children learn how to calm. Participants will assess their own responses and reactions in relation to deep breathing by creating an environment that naturally promotes this crucial skill to early social-emotional development. […]
For new participates and renewal of certification. This required training explains all the parts of North Carolina’s SIDS Law. Participants will review information about when and how to use the approved waivers, how to best place a baby in bed to sleep, and other “Best Practice” recommendations. During the workshop, participants will get the needed […]
The environment a teacher creates, paired with her knowledge of the children in her care, can prevent many challenging behaviors in young children. Teachers who create positive social environments find that children more easily develop the social-emotional skills they need to succeed. This session focuses on modifications teachers can make in six key areas of […]
For new participates and renewal of certification. This required training explains all the parts of North Carolina’s SIDS Law. Participants will review information about when and how to use the approved waivers, how to best place a baby in bed to sleep, and other “Best Practice” recommendations. During the workshop, participants will get the needed […]
This Event is Free – 4 Contact Hours Smart Start of Davidson County is excited to invite you to join us for a morning full of fun and appreciation as we celebrate the service you provide to the children and families of Davidson County! This conference has something just for you. We will offer stimulating […]