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WINSTON-SALEM, NC 27101
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The ability of early childhood program administrators to apply leadership experience, knowledge, and skills is key to the success of the child care program. Administrators need access to formal instructional […]
The Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED course incorporates the latest science and teaches students to recognize and care for a variety of first aid emergencies such as burns, cuts, scrapes, sudden illnesses, head, neck, back injuries, heat and cold emergencies and how to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies to help victims of any age […]
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 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, […]
The Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED course incorporates the latest science and teaches students to recognize and care for a variety of first aid emergencies such as burns, cuts, scrapes, […]
Meets DCDEE safe sleep training for teachers and/or administrators while working with infants. Participants will learn about best practices and receive information how to create a safe sleep policy, how to use waivers, hear updated research about SIDS, and local health and safety resources as well as learn what to do if you come upon […]
Do you need some new and fresh ideas for your classroom? Join us to see and experience new activities for your classroom. Presenter: Erin Beck Contact Hours: 5 CEU / 5 DCDEE Hours Fee: $25.00 Instructions: Advance payment is required. If paying with cash please bring the exact amount to the SSDC office. If a […]
Have you ever wondered why young children may get bored by the end of the week on the theme you focus your lessons on? Do they become disengaged at times in the themes you chose to teach? Maybe you need to choose concepts to teach rather than themes. Intrigued? Come to this session and find […]
Does hearing the word ITERS make you feel anxious? If so this workshop is for you! Learning the scale for the big day is one thing, but maintaining that high level of quality every day is what it’s really about. You will have opportunity to ask questions and get ready to return to your program […]
What does the word “curriculum” mean to you? If teaching skills and planning projects are the first ideas that come to mind, then this workshop will open your eyes to a new way of thinking about infant-toddler “curriculum”. Infant and toddler teachers spend a large part of the day engaged in routine caregiving responsibilities. These […]
Settle in for an hour of mindful movement that includes stretching, strengthening and relaxing for your body and your mind. This class is perfect for those who are brand new to yoga and looking for a way to add some self-care into their day 1 hr. Please bring a mat or towel. Presenters: Whitney Brooks, […]
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification and First Aid Certification are required certifications for every family child care provider and recommended for most child care center staff. After completing this session, participants should be able to conduct both CPR and First Aid techniques on infants, children and adults Location Forsyth Co. Emergency Services Bldg 911 East 5th […]
The outdoor learning environment offers a sense of freedom for children. Caregivers are in a unique position to utilize the outdoor environment to promote development and learning. This training will cover the state required procedures for regulated childcare facilities to plan, operate, and maintain a safe and healthy outdoor play environment for your children. Presenter: […]
Simplify the process of lesson planning by learning about and applying an integrated approach to early learning that benefits all young children. Participants will practice applying the knowledge and skills gained to create lesson plans that incorporate literature- based and music-driven interactive and engaging activities that support and address early learning goals found in the […]
Find out how to prevent fires and the correct course of action to take in case of a fire. 1.5 hrs. Presenters: Shane Draughn Cost: $5.00 Instructions: Advance payment is required. If paying with cash please bring the exact amount to the SSDC office. Checks should be written to SSDC. If a training states “pay […]
Childcare providers learn how to develop and have in place a plan on how centers or family childcare will handle various situations like: emergencies, accidents, administering medications, and precautions to take while planning fieldtrips. This training will guide providers to help ensure the protection of children in their care. 2.0 DCD credit hrs. Presenter: Laura […]
At the end of this session; participants will be able to identify speech and language developmental milestones from birth-age 5, describe the “red flags” for speech and language delays, describe the referral process and benefits of early intervention speech therapy services and establish talking points for discussion with parents of children who may be at […]
In early childhood classrooms, children are just beginning to learn patterns of social acceptance and rejection. As a teacher of young children, how can you assist a child who is the victim of bullying? This workshop will address the definition of a bully, how to recognize the characteristics of a bully, and how to handle […]
Effective communication and responsiveness are key components in developing a nurturing strong relationship between young children and the early childhood professionals who educate them, especially for those children who are nonverbal. Research confirms that children gain control of their hands far before they have control of their expressive language. As early as 8 months of […]
At the end of this session; participants will be able to identify and describe 3 key points to Powerful Interactions, demonstrate how to make Powerful Interactions happen, and explain why and how Powerful Interactions are important. 2 hrs. Presenters: Michaela Greene, MS, CCC-SLP The Speech Center Cost: $5.00 Instructions: Advance payment is required. If paying […]
Learning new skills is hard, and when you’re a preschooler every skill is new. Learning to manage your own behavior can be the hardest skill of all. Teaching self-management can be an intensive process, but it’s a skill that is crucial to kindergarten readiness. When children can navigate the classroom with minimal adult assistance, they […]
Having discipline issues in your classroom? Can’t figure out why? Learning about the Love Languages of Children can help! Presenter: Erin Beck Contact Hours: 5 CEU / 5 DCDEE Hours Fee: $25.00 Instructions: Advance payment is required. If paying with cash please bring the exact amount to the SSDC office. If a training states “pay […]
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, […]
This is a required class for FCCH operators, center infant teachers and administrators. It must be renewed every three years. The importance of being prepared to prevent Sudden Infant Death Syndrome will be discussed. Presenter: Rodd Smith Meeting Room 2 located in the 1st building on your left For details, link here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/its-sids-tickets-37874881791
Very young children are able to think, attend and remember, but their thinking, attending and memory are very reactive. Children need to be able to face the challenges of a changing, demanding and unpredictable world. To succeed in this arena, they will require problem-solving and decision –making skills to meet unexpected problems with the ability […]
