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Aggressive Behaviors
Aggressive Behaviors
All behaviors have meaning, including those that are challenging or aggressive. In this training, we will discuss the reasons for aggressive behaviors in children, reflect on how these behaviors affect us, and strategies to prevent and address aggressive behaviors in the classroom. Trainers: Cris Hawk, Caregiver Connections IEMHC & Marquita Myles, 4-C Infant Early Mental […]
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An Early Childhood Professional’s Guide to Supporting Children with Autism
An Early Childhood Professional’s Guide to Supporting Children with Autism
This professional development opportunity aims to increase practical knowledge about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Additionally, the presentation will prepare early child care professionals with resources and supports to utilize working with children with autism. Trainer: Anna Cannone, Clinical Assistant Professor, Graduate SLP at Northern Illinois University Audience: All Providers Fee: Non 4-C Members: $10 4-C Members: Free
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American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric CPR FA AED (expires in 2 years)
American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric CPR FA AED (expires in 2 years)
Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid CPR AED course teaches child-care providers critical skills and knowledge needed to respond to and manage illnesses and injuries in a child or an infant in the first few minutes until emergency medical services arrives. Trainer: Annie Johnson, Assistant Director, The Growing Place Audience: All Providers 4 Training Hours; Level of […]
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**FULL: Registration Closed** Emotional Intelligence: Why is it so important?
**FULL: Registration Closed** Emotional Intelligence: Why is it so important?
This training will explore Emotional Intelligence-the ability to perceive, interpret, demonstrate, control, evaluate, and use emotions to evaluate and use emotions to communicate with and relate to others effectively and constructively. We will dive into your understanding of emotions and how we can support Emotional Learning in the classroom. Trainer: Andrea Cossey, 4-C Early Childhood […]
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Emergency Preparedness for Child Care Programs
Emergency Preparedness for Child Care Programs
Children and families count on child care providers to be prepared when disasters strike. This two-part training series will describe recognized child care emergency preparedness standards and discuss how to incorporate them into an emergency plan. We will identify and discuss emergencies that may affect your program/home. Ways to support the emotional needs of children […]
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Ants In Their Pants
Ants In Their Pants
We will define an extra busy child. Discuss and discover our own learning styles. We will identify strategies and activities to help with transitions. We will demonstrate the use of busy bags, boxes and/or folders. We will discuss the “just right” environment for extra busy children. We will answer five important questions that help us […]
**New Training!** The New Professional’s Quick Start Guide to the CCR&R System
**New Training!** The New Professional’s Quick Start Guide to the CCR&R System
Most new early childhood professionals came to their job because they like children and 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 thin that their […]
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Emergency Preparedness for Child Care Programs
Emergency Preparedness for Child Care Programs
Children and families count on child care providers to be prepared when disasters strike. This two-part training series will describe recognized child care emergency preparedness standards and discuss how to incorporate them into an emergency plan. We will identify and discuss emergencies that may affect your program/home. Ways to support the emotional needs of children […]
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Program for Infant Toddler Care (PITC): Module 3–Learning and Development
Program for Infant Toddler Care (PITC): Module 3–Learning and Development
This session explores brain development, early learning and language development, and appropriate curriculum planning for infants and toddlers. PITC’s view of infants as active, self-motivated learners is explained and the role of caregiver in supporting infants’ desire for exploration is considered. The perspective that is presented can be summed up in the following way: “All […]
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American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric CPR FA AED (expires in 2 years)
American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric CPR FA AED (expires in 2 years)
Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid CPR AED course teaches child-care providers critical skills and knowledge needed to respond to and manage illnesses and injuries in a child or an infant in the first few minutes until emergency medical services arrives. Trainer: Annie Johnson, Assistant Director, The Growing Place Audience: All Providers 4 Training Hours; Level of […]
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American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric CPR FA AED (expires in 2 years)
American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric CPR FA AED (expires in 2 years)
Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid CPR AED course teaches child-care providers critical skills and knowledge needed to respond to and manage illnesses and injuries in a child or an infant in the first few minutes until emergency medical services arrives. Trainer: Amy Lofthouse, Associate Director, Northern Illinois University Child Development and Family Center Audience: All Providers […]
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Program for Infant Toddler Care (PITC): Module 3–Learning and Development
Program for Infant Toddler Care (PITC): Module 3–Learning and Development
This session explores brain development, early learning and language development, and appropriate curriculum planning for infants and toddlers. PITC’s view of infants as active, self-motivated learners is explained and the role of caregiver in supporting infants’ desire for exploration is considered. The perspective that is presented can be summed up in the following way: “All […]
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American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric CPR FA AED (expires in 2 years)
American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric CPR FA AED (expires in 2 years)
Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid CPR AED course teaches child-care providers critical skills and knowledge needed to respond to and manage illnesses and injuries in a child or an infant in the first few minutes until emergency medical services arrives. Trainer: Maria Lombardo, Director, Kishwaukee Early Childhood Learning Center Audience: All Providers 4 Training Hours; Level […]