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. […]
The New Professional’s Quick Start Guide to the CCR&R System
4-C Office, DeKalb location 444 E Hillcrest Dr, DeKalb, IllinoisMost 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 […]
**RECENTLY ADDED** American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED (expires in two years)
4-C Office, McHenry Location 667 Ridgeview Dr, McHenry, IL, United StatesAmerican 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: Jennifer Schwartz, 4-C Training and Technical Assistance Coordinator Audience: All Providers 4 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory […]
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. […]
American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED (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 Early Childhood Learning Center Audience: All Providers 4 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]