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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.

Week of October 3rd - 9th 

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

Monday, October 3rd 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.

CDA Subject Area VIII

Tuesday, October 4th 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

Wednesday, October 5th 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, October 6th 6:30pm – 8:30pm

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.

CDA Subject Area III

Saturday, October 8th 9:30am – 11:30am

Week of October 10th - 16th

Creating a Socially and Emotionally Aware Classroom (SEFL 4)

What does a socially and emotionally aware classroom look like? In this training, we will examine some of the components of a socially and emotionally aware classroom. We will discuss temperament and strategies to engage children. In addition, emotional literacy is key to a socially and emotionally aware classroom. We will define emotional literacy and how to best develop it within your classroom.

CDA Subject Area III

Monday, October 10th 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 Areas I

Monday, October 10th 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!

CDA Subject Area I

Tuesday, October 11th 6:30pm – 8:30pm
*Part 2 Scheduled for October 25th at 6:30pm!

Positive Interactions with Children (EC 1)

Does your child care program foster critical and creative thinking? Are you able to identify adult behavior that leads to sensitive, respectful adult-child interactions? Positive Interactions with Children outlines the importance of caring for children based on positive, warm, and nurturing relationships. Support early development and learning by understanding the benefits children receive through positive interactions.  

CDA Subject Area III

Wednesday, October 12th 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

Thursday, October 13th 6:30pm – 8:30pm

An Introduction to Homelessness in Early Childhood (EC 20)

In An Introduction to Homelessness in Early Childhood, we will define the basics of homelessness related to early childhood. We will examine the federal definition of homelessness, review the data, and discuss the effects of being homeless on young children.

CDA Subject Area I

Saturday, October 15th 9:30am – 11:30am

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.

CDA Subject Area I

Saturday, October 15th 11:30am – 1:30pm

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