Upcoming Online Trainings
Contact Abbie Bibb, Training Coordinator, at abbie@mochildcareaware.org with any questions
Social & Emotional Foundations for Learning (SEFL)
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.
Wednesday, April 13th 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.
Saturday, April 16th 9:30am – 11:30am
The Importance of Self Care (SEFL 6)
Caring for and educating young children is very rewarding yet very hard work. Most days, you are exhausted at the end of the day when it is time to take on the responsibilities of your personal life. For all the support and care you give each day to the children and families, you need to care for yourself. You cannot pour into others from an empty cup. During this session, we will look at the importance of self-care and why resilience in adults is key to caring for young children. We will discuss strategies to build your resiliency and keep your cup full to pour into others.
Thursday, April 21st 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.
Monday, April 25th 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Basic Knowledge Curriculum: Early Childhood (BKC EC)
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.
Thursday, April 14th 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Supervision of Young Children Part 1* (EC 21)
Do you know the foundations of quality supervision? In part 1 of Supervision of Young Children, we will explore the building blocks and strategies of supervision to ensure proper supervision for all children in your care. We will also look at why maintaining correct staff/child ratios are key. Exceptional supervision of our youngest children is essential to their safety. Join us as we work to keep Missouri’s Children safe!
Monday, April 18th 6:30pm – 8:30pm
*Part 2 coming Thursday, April 28th 6:30pm – 8:30pm!
Physical Development (EC 8)
In Physical Development, you will learn the milestones for fine and gross motor development in children two years old through five years old. This training will provide different ways to maintain a classroom that will enhance fine and gross motor development while identifying adaptations to physical motor activities and interactions to support diverse needs and abilities.
Tuesday, April 19th 6:30pm – 8:30pm
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.
Thursday, April 21st 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.
Saturday, April 23rd 9:30am – 11:30am
Emergency Planning (EC 19)
Emergency Planning will equip you with the knowledge you need to plan for any type of emergency, including intruders, earthquakes, missing, lost, or abducted children. Discover ways to keep children calm and engaged during an emergency. Set your child care program up for success through emergency planning and by knowing how to outline your emergency procedure when onboarding new staff. Are you prepared?
Tuesday, April 26th 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.
Tuesday, April 26th 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!
Wednesday, April 27th 6:30pm – 8:30pm
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.
Wednesday, April 27th 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Supervision of Young Children Part 2 (EC 22)
What does providing successful supervision look like in your classroom? In part 2 of Supervision of Young Children, we will examine the keys to successful supervision and learn to identify strategies for successful supervision of young children. Do you know what to do if a child elopes – a child voluntarily leaves the program without your knowledge - or goes missing while in your care? Don’t miss out on this training to learn more!
Thursday, April 28th 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Family and Community Engagement (EC 16)
What does providing successful supervision look like in your classroom? In part 2 of Supervision of Young Children, we will examine the keys to successful supervision and learn to identify strategies for successful supervision of young children. Do you know what to do if a child elopes – a child voluntarily leaves the program without your knowledge - or goes missing while in your care? Don’t miss out on this training to learn more!
Saturday, April 30th 9:30am – 11:30am
Basic Knowledge Curriculum: Infant & Toddler (BKC IT)
Supporting the Development and Well-Being of Infants and Toddlers (IT 5)
How do you affect the healthy brain development of infants and toddlers? This workshop will share the five Rs: how relationships, routines, respect, repetition, and responsive interactions influence a child’s developing brain. Did you know that infants and toddlers are affected by stress too? Learn how you can support the well-being and mental health of these youngest children.
Wednesday, April 13th 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Developmentally Appropriate Practices for Infants and Toddlers (IT 1)
Are you delivering high-quality infant and toddler care in your classroom, center, or family child care home? How do you know? From this workshop, you will learn the importance of developmentally appropriate practices with infants and toddlers and the ten components related to high-quality child care. You will learn how to reinforce the healthy development of infants and toddlers through consistent routines, primary caregivers, and responsive care. After this workshop, you will know what it means to provide high-quality, inclusive care for our youngest children.
Saturday, April 23rd 11:30am – 1:30pm
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