102 W. 3RD ST., SUITE 750
WINSTON-SALEM, NC 27101
PHONE: (336) 245-4900
TOLL-FREE: (800) 937-7610
FAX: (336) 608-4352
We are excited to invite you to join us for a day full of fun and appreciation as we celebrate the service you provide to the children and families of […]
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. Presenters: Donna Bell and LaVonya Washington Cost: $65.00 (MUST […]
Strategies will be discussed on how to talk with young children appropriately as they become more aware of their bodies and its parts. Part of developing this "body consciousness" includes the potty training process. Presenter: Melinda McCullen, Region 10 Infant Toddler Specialist Cost: None Credit Hours: 2 To register: call (336)786-1880 *All trainings will be […]
Be Active Kids is focused on providing physical activities that are developmentally appropriate for infants to five year olds. Strategies will be presented which promote increased physical activity of young […]
Do you align your lesson plans with Foundations? Are you intentional in planning activities? Do you need help connecting the goals and indicators to the activities you've created? Attend this learning event to discover Foundations as a helpful tool for creating developmentally appropriate activity and lesson plans. Leave knowing how to use children's preferences while […]
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. This course is designed to teach participants the knowledge and skills needed to give immediate care to […]
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 […]
This training will discuss Infant Toddler Safe Sleep and risk reduction in child care for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. Presenter: Vanessa Sawyer-Wilson Cost: None Credit Hours: 2
State mandated safe sleep training for child care providers working with infants. Required every 3 years. Health & Safety - Topic 10 Presenter: Joan Coiro, NCPK/CCR&R Coordinator Cost: $0 Credit Hours: 2 To register: Call (336)786-1880
This training will help participants understand the observation process and screening tool for a child who may have special needs. They will be able to identify the benefits of and challenges to early childhood inclusion. This training will also equip caregivers with the necessary skills to partner with parents/guardians of children with special needs, the […]
Participants will learn how a responsive caregiver can help the youngest of our children form secure attachments, learn to navigate feelings and emotions, and begin to develop self-regulation and social skills, the building blocks for future learning. This training provides information that supports the ITERS-R subscales: Listening and Talking and Interactions. (DCDEE 3, 7) Presenter: […]
Everyone needs practical strategies and materials to help with challenging behavior in young children (especially those that research has shown to be highly effective). This training walks participants through The Teaching Tools for Young Children with Challenging Behavior resource (known as TTYC). This tool is packed with strategies based on Positive Behavior Support and the […]
Come find out all about the Environmental Rating Scale, how to score, how to use additional notes, dig deeper into the meaning of indicators. Great for those who are preparing for their ERS assessment or just need a refresher. Class is limited to 25 participants. Facilitators: Gina Collins/Alanna Hege Credit Hours: 2 Cost: $5.00 For […]
Instructor will discuss the importance of reporting all the details in your Incident Report. Presenter: Tammy Burcham, Child Care Consultant Cost: $0 Credit Hours: 2 To register: Call (336)786-1880
EPR in Child Care is an in-person training. It has two separate face-to-face training sessions (2 hours each) and a one-hour assignment between sessions. Session one covers planning and preparing for emergencies in early care and education settings, including an overview and introduction to the online EPR plan template. After session one, participants will be […]
First everything is “mine”, then children learn to take turns, and eventually they learn to share. For infants and toddlers this learning happens through relationships and includes developing a sense of self, a sense of self with others, and learning about feelings. All children need an emotionally secure environment that supports healthy development in this […]
The new 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 […]
The training provides up to-date information regarding rules and regulations of playground safety, all of which was provided by the DCDEE. Early Childhood providers will not only be able to provide a safe outdoor learning environment for children, they will also be able to create an environment that meets the necessary requirements put in place […]
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. Presenters: Donna Bell and LaVonya Washington Cost: $65.00 Registration […]
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, […]
Participants are invited to come and make fun, summer crafts with other early childhood professionals. Be prepared to share your favorite summer ideas. All materials will be provided. Presenter(s): Emily Norman Cost: $5 Credit Hours: 2 *All trainings will run from approximately 6:30-8:30pm unless otherwise noted. A non-refundable $5 registration fee is required for all […]
Participants will be able to identify North Carolina Foundations for Early Learning and Development (NC FELDS/Foundations) by name, explain the structure by which the expectations are organized, and identify for what age groups they are written. Demonstrate how Foundations reflects what is known about childhood development. Explain that goals for any age level describe expectations […]
This class is designed to cover some of the new required health and safety topics. The topics covered are Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases; Administration of Medication; Prevention of and Response to Emergencies Due to Food and Allergic reactions; Prevention of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and Use of Safe Sleep Practices; and Prevention of […]
"A classroom that is physically active is a healthier, happier classroom." Join us as we learn to create a healthier environment where all participants win. "Be Active" a physically active training that inspires you to get up, get moving, get healthier and have fun doing it. Facilitator: Alanna Hege Credit Hours: 3 Cost: $10.00 For […]
Topics to be discussed include: Support Services Provided by the CDSA What will Services look like in your classroom What is Routines Based Intervention Key Elements of Coaching IFSP Teaming Referral Process Presenters: Tiffany Van Newkirk, Director CDSA MA, ITFS & Julie Cooke, CDSA BS, ITFS, EISC Cost: $0 Credit Hours: 2 To register: Call […]
