Preventing Suspensions and Expulsions
Online WebinarNo one wants to suspend or expel a child from their program. The goal is to find ways to help children to be successful, ensure a safe environment, and help you feel empowered as childcare providers. Together we'll consider the impact of their relationships, environment, schedule, and interactions on children's behavior as well as the […]
**RESCHEDULED DATE** Standard Health Requirements for Children and Child Care Professionals
Online WebinarJoin us as we look at how COVID and the pandemic affected immunization rates. We will review standard health requirements for children and staff in centers and homes, including most current COVID guidelines, physicals, immunizations, and lead exposure. We'll also look deeper at immunizations, reviewing COVID stats, seasonal immunizations like flu and RSV, and why […]
American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric Total
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; […]
Self-Compassion and Mindfulness
Online WebinarExperience the profound effects of cultivating compassion for yourself and others through Mindful Self-Compassion and discover a journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth. We'll look at combining mindfulness with self-compassion to enhance emotional well-being and resilience as well as practical tools and techniques to deal with life's challenges. Trainer: Marquita Myles, 4-C Infant Early Childhood Mental […]
Preventing Suspensions and Expulsions
Online WebinarNo one wants to suspend or expel a child from their program. The goal is to find ways to help children to be successful, ensure a safe environment, and help you feel empowered as childcare providers. Together we'll consider the impact of their relationships, environment, schedule, and interactions on children's behavior as well as the […]
Cool, Calm, and Collected: Responding to Challenging Behaviors Instead of Reacting
Online WebinarChallenging or concerning behavior is used to describe behaviors that interferes with a person's daily life. The more you know about the person (parent and/or kids) with the challenging behavior, the more likely you are to understand them. This training covers a variety of topics, including what may be triggering problem behavior, how to improve […]
Red Flags of Domestic Violence and How to Protect Our Youth
Online WebinarThis training explains the basics of domestic violence, child abuse, and sexual assault. Participants will learn the effects of domestic violence on children and how to identify and report child abuse as well as sexual assault and the rights of sexual assault survivors. Trainer: Beth Ganion, Prevention and Communication Manager, Safe Passage Audience: All Providers 2 Training […]
American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric Total (expires in 2 years)
4-C Office, DeKalb location 444 E Hillcrest Dr, DeKalb, IllinoisAmerican 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 Education Center Audience: All Providers 3 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory […]
Childhood Obesity
Online WebinarThis training will discuss the health issues related to childhood obesity including prevalence, causes, and tips for addressing obesity in children. Trainer: Soula Bahramis, WIC Nutritionist, DeKalb County Health Department Audience: All Providers 1 Training Hour; Level of Learning: Introductory Fee: Non 4-C Members: $10 4-C Members: Free
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 […]
Stewards of Children-Child Abuse Prevention and Education
Online WebinarThis curriculum has been created by the not for profit organization Darkness to Light. It incorporates real life stories with real life people and teaches how to recognize the signs of abuse and neglect, how to respond to disclosures of abuse and what we can do to help prevent victimizations. **Must register by Monday, June […]
Let’s Get Growing
DeKalb County Farm Bureau Sycamore, ILSome are as tiny as the head of a pin, some are just the right size to throw, and some are as big as a baby's head! We eat them, we bury them, and we couldn't survive without them. This training will introduce age-appropriate activities and resources you can use to engage children in the […]