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 […]
You have the key, so unlock your creativity by planning and scheduling fun, innovative transition activities! Transitioning is one of the most important but, often ignored components of a school age classroom schedule. This interactive workshop will focus on identifying transitions in your daily schedule and exploring some new transition activities your children will enjoy! […]
BSAC (Basic School Age Care) This is a 2 part online course, instructor led. You must attend both sessions at the designated dates and times in order to receive credit for attending. BSAC (Basic School Age Care) is a 5 hour introductory level training event for school age care professionals that are new to the […]
BSAC (Basic School Age Care) 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 following modules: 1) Health, Safety, & Nutrition, 2) Environmental Design, 3) Child/Youth Development 4) Developmentally Appropriate Activities, 5) Guiding Child Behavior, 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 following modules: 1) Health, Safety, & Nutrition, 2) Environmental Design, 3) Child/Youth Development 4) Developmentally Appropriate Activities, 5) Guiding Child Behavior, and 6) Quality School Age Care. […]
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 following modules: 1) Health, Safety, & Nutrition,2) Environmental Design, 3) Child/Youth Development 4) Developmentally Appropriate Activities, 5) Guiding Child Behavior, and 6) Quality School Age Care. This […]
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 following modules: 1) Health, Safety, & Nutrition, 2) Environmental Design, 3) Child/Youth Development, 4) Developmentally Appropriate Activities, 5) Guiding Child Behavior, and 6) Quality School Age Care. […]
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 following modules: 1) Health, Safety, & Nutrition, 2) Environmental Design, 3) Child/Youth Development 4) Developmentally Appropriate Activities, 5) Guiding Child Behavior, and 6) Quality School Age Care. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 following modules: 1) Health, Safety, & Nutrition,2) Environmental Design, 3) Child/Youth Development 4) Developmentally Appropriate Activities, 5) Guiding Child Behavior, and 6) Quality School Age Care. This training […]
New On-Demand Training, hoarding disorder in children Learn something new with us today.. This is a self-paced training. Each participant must have their own email address to register. Instructor: Karen S. Darby, MA, ECMH-E® Director of Learning and Development Southwestern Child Development Commission .2 CEU/2 CHC $15 per person Click Here to register: Register […]
Mind in the Making (MITM), a program created by Families and Work Institute, shares the science of children’s learning through innovative, in-depth training and includes materials geared for action. In 2000, MITM founder Ellen Galinsky began a research journey fueled by a question: How to keep the fire for learning—which every child is born with—lighting […]
Detailed INFO about Training: Please READ !! The Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) in Child Care Training provides early educators with information and tools to prepare for many types of emergencies. The EPR in Child Care Training addresses new NC Child Care Rules on emergency preparedness, current best practice recommendations, and guidance on completing the […]
Playground Safety - Outdoor play encourages movement and physical activity that stimulates 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 […]
When a child uses challenging behaviors at school, parents and teachers need to work together to address the issue. However, when discussing behavior problems parents often feel blamed by the teachers and teachers often feel unsupported by the parents. This session focuses on developing strategies and skills to make these conversations more productive for everyone…especially […]
Stress is a fact of life, no matter your age. Some stress is good for us - it keeps us attentive, sharp, productive, and learning. But Toxic affects brain development and learning in young children, and can have long lasting effects. This session will help participants define stress. We'll look at the long term effects […]
Join us in for this feel-good training to discover new and exciting ways to create a culture of a caring work environment with the people you work with every day. Alanna Hege 2 hours Face to Face Detailed INFO about Training: Please READ !! Your Well Being Matters 9/21/23 6:30-8:30PM First Lutheran Church 320 S. […]
This training focuses on the importance of helping children become more capable of handling life's challenges socially and emotionally as they grow. Children's social and emotional competence is seen in their ability to communicate clearly, recognize and regulate their emotions, establish and maintain relationships with others, and engage in problem solving and conflict resolution. Date […]
The Wisdom of Nature- There is so much more to outdoor play than physical development. Join us to discover a different perspective of all that nature has to offer. The world is a classroom, come experience teaching from Mother Nature’s curriculum. This is a face to face training. Detailed INFO about Training: Please READ !! […]
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 following modules: 1) Health,Safety, & Nutrition, 2) Environmental Design, 3) Child/Youth Development, 4) Developmentally Appropriate Activities, 5) Guiding Child Behavior, and 6) Quality School Age Care. This […]
This seminar is designed for families who want to be more informed as they search for childcare. Parents will learn what steps to take during their childcare search. They will also learn about available community resources, licensing regulations for childcare programs, and key indicators of high quality. This class is for residents of following counties. […]
Join us in developing early number sense with young children in this fun creative training that teaches easy sidewalk or (ground) number sense strategies to help make early math knowledge a whole new adventure. This is a face to face training. Detailed INFO about Training: Please READ !! Stepping into Number Sense with Young Children […]
I just washed my hands, I am willing to bet you did too! Do you wash your hands a lot each day? Probably. If you are a seasoned early care and education professional, you have likely lost track of the number of times you have washed your hands over the course of your career. If […]