Online Training/Live Webinar
Learning Through Play
Online WebinarThere is nothing more universal than play because it can be done by any child, anywhere in the world. Learning fuels curiosity, sparks creativity, and inspires a lifelong love of learning. As children play, they develop all kinds of skills that will help them thrive today-and prepare them for a healthier, happier future. Trainer: Marquita Myles, […]
Fear and Anxiety in Young Children
Online WebinarLearn to help children who are exhibiting fears, worries, and anxiety. Learn how to be a supportive caregiver while regulating yourself and not pushing a child too far, but balancing the need to challenge them into some uncomfortable situations. Trainer: Andrea Cossey, 4-C Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant Audience: All Providers 2 Training Hours; Level of […]
Language Development Birth Through Five
Online WebinarTraining will cover language development milestones and "red flags" associated with delayed language acquisition. Strategies will be explained on how to facilitate language development. If you have specific examples of challenges you are having including children who are non-verbal, please send them to annw@four-c.org so they can be forwarded to the presenter prior to the training. […]
Self-Care: Your Wellbeing Matters
Online WebinarAs Early Childhood Educators, you often engage in caring for others and often neglecting to take care of yourself. This foundational wellness training will help you cultivate wellness as a way of being. We will explore strategies that will support you in cultivating self-care as a lifestyle. Trainer: Andrea Cossey, 4-C Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant […]
What Does the Suspension and Expulsion Law Really Mean?
Online WebinarWhile the Illinois Suspension and Expulsion Bill has been around for many years, there are still questions in the field. In this training, we will discuss the Bill's intention, what it says, and how we use it in practice. Come with questions and experiences! You are welcome to send questions ahead of time to annw@four-c.org and […]
It Takes A Village To Raise A Child: Effectively Connecting With Parents and Families
Online WebinarSchools and families have essential roles to play in promoting children's positive development and academic performance. When parents and educators work together as partners, they create important opportunities for children to develop social, emotional, and academic competencies. Trainer: Marquita Myles, 4-C Infant Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant Audience: All Providers 2 Training Hours; Level of Learning: […]
Biting 101
Online WebinarTrying your best to understand the underlying cause of a toddler’s biting will help you develop an effective response. Children bite in order to cope with a challenge or fulfill a need. What does it mean? Understanding child development? How to respond? Trainer: Marquita Myles, 4-C Infant Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant Audience: All Providers 2 Training […]
Program for Infant Toddler Care (PITC): Module 1: Social-Emotional Growth & Socialization
Online WebinarSocial-Emotional Growth and Socialization explores topics on social-emotional development in the first three years, temperaments of children and caregivers, socialization, guidance and discipline, environments, and gaining an understanding of children's behavior. Training will begin with an overview of the basic concepts of early social-emotional growth and socialization and their application to the group care context. […]
Program for Infant Toddler Care (PITC): Module 1: Social-Emotional Growth & Socialization
Online WebinarSocial-Emotional Growth and Socialization explores topics on social-emotional development in the first three years, temperaments of children and caregivers, socialization, guidance and discipline, environments, and gaining an understanding of children's behavior. Training will begin with an overview of the basic concepts of early social-emotional growth and socialization and their application to the group care context. […]
Communicating Through Behaviors
All behavior has meaning. Many times the challenge is interpreting what children are trying to communicate through their behaviors. During this training we will explore the meaning behind the behavior, as behavior is the most common way that children communicate their emotions, wants, and needs to adults. It is our responsibility to support and guide […]
Big Changes, Big Emotions, Big Behaviors
Online WebinarEarly childhood educators are experiencing changes and reflecting on child behavior since COVID. In this session, we will talk about the behavior challenges and changes in the classroom since COVID and ways to address these changes through strategies and changed mindsets. Trainer: Dr. Anni Reinking, Lead at Reinking Education Consulting Audience: All Providers Fee: Non 4-C Members: […]
Understanding Children’s Temperament
Temperament is the way children respond to the world. It influences the way children handle emotions, regulate behavior, feel around new people, and adapt to new situations. You can nurture a child's development by using strategies that suit their temperaments. Nevertheless, the behavioral adjustment of young children depends a lot upon the interaction between their […]