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Through supportive relationships, infants and toddlers develop a sense of trust, learn how to interact with others, and how to eventually express empathy. Strong, nurturing relationships are key to healthy development for infants and toddlers. This professional development event will explore social emotional development within the context of relationships. Participants will learn how the process […]
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 […]
Designed for Family Child Care Home Providers as they begin their journey, steering them to tell their stories, maneuvering through financial matters, guiding insights to regulations, and the importance of self-care. Presented by Southwestern Child Development Center 2 hr. class Cost $15.oo
Developmentally Appropriate Behavior: But, I’m supposed to act like this! 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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” […]
Suspension and expulsion from child care can have long-lasting negative effects on both children and families. It is the intent of the NC DCDEE to severely limit the use of these exclusionary practices in early childhood education programs. This informational meeting will acquaint facility administrators/owners with NC's new Suspension/Expulsion Policy, explore the importance of promoting […]
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 […]
Fire Safety Trainer: Shane Draughn Once you buy ticket; you will receive an email and click "View the Event" to view training, etc. YOU MUST TAKE THIS TRAINING BY September 15 , 2022. The next training available will not be until October 2022. This is an on demand training so you take it at your […]
Learn to prevent, Recognize, & React Responsibly To Child Sexual Abuse We have experienced a lot since COVID and focused on our families. Now it’s time for us to focus on YOU. This training will allow you to deepen your knowledge of self-care as well as the roots of how we respond to self-care. You […]
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” […]
ITS SIDS -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 […]
: Participants will receive an overview of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) giving them the knowledge to identify SIDS risk factors and describe ways to reduce the risk of SIDS in child care. The national standards for sleep safety will be presented and resources will be shared for both child care providers and parents. Topics include […]
FLIP IT® is a strategy anyone can use to address a challenging behavior. It is a simple, kind, strength-based, commonsense and effective four step process embodied in the FLIP IT mnemonic: F -Feelings, L -Limits, I -Inquiries, and P -Prompts. FLIP IT transforms best practice into a strategy that is easy to remember, applicable in […]
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 […]
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 […]
Participants will become certified in Red Cross approved basic adult, child, and infant CPR and First Aid. The primary purpose of this training is to help participants recognize and respond appropriately to cardiac, breathing, and first aid emergencies. The training is designed to teach participants the knowledge and skills needed to give immediate care to […]
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 […]
This training is geared towards informing, assessing, and providing strategies to support the skill of deep breathing and making the 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. […]
ITS SIDS -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 […]
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 online EPR Plan. The EPR Plan template […]
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” […]
