Supporting LGBTQ+ Young People
Online WebinarThis training will support an introductory understanding of various gender and sexual identities for young people whose identity development includes connection to LGBTQ+ identities. The training will be both informative and conversational, and will make room to challenge outdated or problematic understandings of gender and sexuality. The goal is to increase individual capacity for understanding […]
The New Professional’s Quick Start Guide to the CCR&R System
Online WebinarMost new early childhood professionals came to their job because they like children and they want to have an impact with their development. But many of the first steps for a new hire in the field are met with paperwork, setting up training accounts, understanding safe systems, etc. Also, many managers are stretched so thin […]
Program for Infant Toddler Care (PITC): Module 2: Group Care
Group care introduces special considerations in caring for infants and toddlers and six program policies that support the development of emotionally secure relationships and mental health in the group care setting. An overview of the content of Module 2 explores the ideas of primary care, well-designed learning environments, positive impact of responsive caregiving routines, and […]
American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED (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 & Family Center Audience: All Providers 3 Training Hours; […]
Program for Infant Toddler Care (PITC): Module 2: Group Care
Group care introduces special considerations in caring for infants and toddlers and six program policies that support the development of emotionally secure relationships and mental health in the group care setting. An overview of the content of Module 2 explores the ideas of primary care, well-designed learning environments, positive impact of responsive caregiving routines, and […]
American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED (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 […]
Transforming the Difficult Child
Online WebinarDuring this workshop, providers will gain knowledge about utilizing the Nurtured Heart Approach created by Howard Glasser. The Nurtured Heart Approach is used in a variety of settings and can be utilized by childcare providers. The essence of the Approach is a set of core methodologies originally developed for working with the most difficult children. […]
Moving Past Welcoming To…Belonging
Online WebinarAs Early Childhood Educators you have a great deal of experience when it comes to welcoming children and families. However, if we strive for family partnerships how can we move beyond just welcoming them into our program. How can we ensure that we are working towards creating an authentic sense of belonging for children and […]
Circle of Security -Parenting and Caregiving-Abbreviated: Increasing Positive Attachment in Child Care
Online WebinarThis series consists of four training sessions utilizing an eight chapter reading, video, and interactive discussion on an attachment approach that helps build caregivers' capabilities to view young children's behavior from a secure base and safe haven perspective and then identify the child's needs, challenges, and strengths. This enables caregivers to increase positive attachments with […]
An Introduction to Contracts and Policies for Child Care Centers
Online WebinarDo you need to write your first contract or policy for your Center? Do you have an existing contract or policy but are wondering if it has everything you need? In this training we will identify the difference between contracts and policies, give examples of what goes into them and apply the information to new […]
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 Childhood Center Audience: All Providers 4 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory […]
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 […]