Upcoming Online Trainings
Contact Abbie Bibb, Training Coordinator, at abbie@mochildcareaware.org with any questions.
** Registration for training sessions listed below closes at 5:00pm the day before the training is scheduled to be held.
Get Curious! Not Furious! Part 1 – Managing Classroom Behaviors
Get Curious! Not Furious! Part 1 – Managing Classroom Behaviors is designed to give child care educators knowledge of classroom behavior and temperament traits in children. In addition, this curriculum provides practical and easy-to-use tools for working with a variety of temperaments and behaviors as well as classroom guidance and management practices.
CDA Subject Area III
Monday, March 20th 6:30pm – 9:00pm
*When registering for Part 1 on March 20th, you are also registering for Part 2 on March 30th
Get Curious! Not Furious! Part 2 – Classroom Management and Guidance
Get Curious! Not Furious! Part 2 – Classroom Management and Guidance is designed to give child care educators knowledge of classroom management and guidance in early childhood education settings. In addition, this curriculum provides practical and easy-to-use tools for working with a variety of temperaments and behaviors as well as classroom guidance and management practices.
CDA Subject Area III
Thursday, March 30th 6:30pm – 9:00pm
*When registering for Part 1 on March 20th, you are also registering for Part 2 on March 30th
March 6th – March 12th
Guiding Children’s Behavior (EC 5)
In Child Safety & Routine Care, you will learn: The steps in proper handwashing; To identify the steps in proper diapering procedure; How to identify readiness signs of toilet learning; The definition of SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) and identify behaviors that increase the risk of it; The elements and be able to discuss the safe sleep policy.
CDA Subject Areas II & III
Wednesday, March 8th 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Strong Family, Strong Children (SEFL 3)
In Social and Emotional Foundations for Learning: Strong Families, Strong Children, you will learn: How to define the benefits of strong family relationships and to identify and define each of the 5 Protective Factors.
CDA Subject Area III
Saturday, March 11th 9:30am – 11:30am
March 13th – March 19th
Relationships are Key (SEFL 1)
Relationships are the foundation of who we are and our connection to humanity. As infants, our relationships with adults taught us how to interact with others, our perceived value to others, and how to react to stressful situations. Relationships are Key will look at the importance of relationships to young children and how, as educators, we can build and strengthen relationships with the children in our classrooms to form a firm foundation by which all other skills are built.
CDA Subject Area III
Monday, March 13th 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Routines, Rituals, & Schedules (EC 7)
Why is it important to have a daily schedule? How do routines and rituals fit into your schedule? By understanding the importance of the child’s needs and interests when developing a daily schedule, transitions and activities are much easier. There are key differences between routines, rituals, and schedules that are important for each child and that support social and emotional development. Fit us in your schedule and join us for Routines, Rituals, & Schedules!
CDA Subject Area I
Tuesday, March 14th 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Promoting Cultural Awareness (EC 17)
When attending Promoting Cultural Awareness, educators will learn to define what influences culture, define the 3 A's of Communication, and how to utilize them in their work with children. We will also be diving into what culturally responsive teaching is and how to apply the principle within the classroom.
CDA Subject Area IV
Wednesday, March 15th 6:30pm – 8:30pm
March 20th - March 26th
Healthy Eating (EC 14)
During this Healthy Eating training, educators will learn the role that nutrition plays in promoting wellness in children and be able to identify basic guidelines of nutritious meals. Educators will also learn strategies to promote nutrition and healthy eating practices with families.
CDA Subject Areas I & V
Wednesday, March 22nd 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Creative Development in Children (EC 11)
While attending Creative Development, you will learn the importance of creativity in a child's development and three essential parts of promoting creative development in children. Each attendee will create one activity to use in the classroom that promotes creativity.
CDA Subject Area II
Thursday, March 23rd 6:30pm – 8:30pm
March 27th – March 31st
Playing with a Purpose (EC 6)
Play is learning for everyone. A child’s day-to-day life is centered around play. Do you find yourself wondering why play is so important to a child’s development? Different types of play offer diverse developmental benefits to each child. Exercise developmentally appropriate practices by identifying different ways to support play in your classroom, and to help each child meet challenging and achievable learning goals through Playing with a Purpose.
CDA Subject Area I
Tuesday, March 28th 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Strategies for Teaching Social and Emotional Skills (SEFL 5)
The challenging part of implementing strategies for teaching children social and emotional skills is that what may work one day with one child may not work the next day, and what is effective for Miguel is not effective for Daisy. One size does not fit all. This training will provide calming strategies and strategies for teaching children about emotions, empathy, and building friendships.
CDA Subject Area III
Wednesday, March 29th 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Safe Environments (EC 4)
We know one of your top priorities is safety for all children in your care. Proper documentation, policies, and procedures are essential to ensure safety. How often do you practice safety drills? Are you looking for different ways to document injuries inside your child care program and how to best notify families? Is it time for you to renew your First Aid Kit, and do you want to ensure that the proper items are included? Join us for Safe Environments to learn more.
CDA Subject Areas I & V
Thursday, March 30th 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Funded by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education – Office of Childhood
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