Connecting the Dots: Why Do I Respond The Way I Do?
Online WebinarIn this training, we will take a deeper look at how our caregiving style is connected to our teaching style and how it influences our ability to foster meaningful connections with children in our care. We also explore how this impacts our capacity in responding to daily challenges. We are all products of our environment-understanding […]
Observation and Assessment in Early Childhood
Online WebinarThis training gives teachers skills on how to observe and accurately document information on a child's development. This training will also instruct teachers on how to use this documentation to assess the proper developmental level of a child. Lastly, this training will instruct teachers on how to use this documentation and assessment to make short […]
Circle of Security
Online WebinarCircle of Security-P is a series training consisting of four sessions utilizing an eight-chapter, video, and interactive discussion on an attachment-based approach that helps build caregivers’ capabilities to view young children’s behavior from a secure base and safe haven perspective and then identify children’s needs, challenges, and strengths. This enables caregivers to increase positive attachments […]
An Introduction to Contracts and Policies for Child Care Centers
Online WebinarDo you need to write your first contract and policy for your child care center? Do you have a contract and policy but are wondering if it has everything you need? In this workshop we will identify the difference between contracts and policies, give examples of what goes into contracts and policies, and apply the […]
It’s All STEAM: Learning How STEAM is Involved in All Things We Do
Online WebinarWhat is STEAM you ask? STEAM stands for science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. Spend time learning about different ways to integrate STEAM into your daily activities, highlight social and emotional learning through our STEAM Essentials, and examine the importance of STEAM in the future of our youth. You will walk away with lesson ideas, […]
Circle of Security
Online WebinarCircle of Security-P is a series training consisting of four sessions utilizing an eight-chapter, video, and interactive discussion on an attachment-based approach that helps build caregivers’ capabilities to view young children’s behavior from a secure base and safe haven perspective and then identify children’s needs, challenges, and strengths. This enables caregivers to increase positive attachments […]
Open House and Recruitment Fair
4-C Office McHenry, ILYou're invited to 4-C's Open House and Recruitment Fair Free entry Find out more about the services offered through 4-C and also enjoy games, raffles and good company! Food for purchase available by Big D's Hot Dogs. See you there!
Circle of Security
Online WebinarCircle of Security-P is a series training consisting of four sessions utilizing an eight-chapter, video, and interactive discussion on an attachment-based approach that helps build caregivers’ capabilities to view young children’s behavior from a secure base and safe haven perspective and then identify children’s needs, challenges, and strengths. This enables caregivers to increase positive attachments […]
American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric Total (expires in 2 years)
McHenry County Mental Health Board Crystal Lake, ILAmerican Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED course teaches child care providers critical skills and knowledge needed to respond to and manage illnesses and injuries in a child or infant in the first minutes until emergency services arrives. Trainer: Annie Johnson, Assistant Director, The Growing Place Audience: All Providers 4 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory Free […]
American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric Total (expires in 2 years)
Loveland Community House Dixon, ILAmerican Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED course teaches child care providers critical skills and knowledge needed to respond to and manage illnesses and injuries in a child or infant in the first minutes until emergency services arrives. Trainer: Maria Lombardo, Director, Kishwaukee College Early Learning Center Audience: All Providers 4 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory […]
Circle of Security
Online WebinarCircle of Security-P is a series training consisting of four sessions utilizing an eight-chapter, video, and interactive discussion on an attachment-based approach that helps build caregivers’ capabilities to view young children’s behavior from a secure base and safe haven perspective and then identify children’s needs, challenges, and strengths. This enables caregivers to increase positive attachments […]
American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric Total (expires in 2 years)
Northern Illinois University Child Development and Family Center DeKalb, ILAmerican Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED course teaches child care providers critical skills and knowledge needed to respond to and manage illnesses and injuries in a child or infant in the first minutes until emergency services arrives. Trainer: Amy Lofthouse, Associate Director, Northern Illinois University Child Development and Family Center Audience: All Providers 3 Training Hours; […]