Strengthening Families: Social and Emotional Competence of Children
2022-04-11 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | KY
This training will help you understand how to support children in learning how to positively interact with others, self-regulating their behaviors, and effectively communicating their feelings – all of which have positive impacts on their relationships with family members, other adults, and peers. Challenging behaviors or delayed development can create extra stress for families, so early identification and support for both parents and the child are critical to keep children on track. It’s never easy to start these conversations, and it can be hard to find the right resources. Join 4-C to discover some talking points, local resources, and more! By the end of the session, you will feel more confident in understanding social-emotional development, and in your ability to refer families to needed resources as challenges arise.
This workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Kosair Charities Face It Movement.
Notice: This is an online class. Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer, phone, or tablet.
Level 3 CDA 3, 4 CC 6 Audience-All
2 Credit Hours

Orientation
2022-04-16 09:00 - 15:30 | KY
This six hour professional development workshop provides overviews of child abuse/neglect, developmentally appropriate practices, and health & safety practices. It is required of all new child care staff within the first 90 days of hire.
Notice: This is an in person class. A 30 minute lunch break will be provided. Lunch is on your own.
Location: South Central Library (7300 Jefferson Blvd. Louisville, KY 40219)
This workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Jefferson County Community Early Childhood Council through a grant from the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood.
Level 1 CDA 1,2,3,8 CC 1,2,4 Audience-All
6 Credit Hours

Handling Challenging Behaviors by Building Resiliency
2022-04-19 17:30 - 20:00 | KY
This training will cover an overview of behaviors, resiliency, and strategies to use in the classroom to assist with decreasing challenging behaviors. After discussing common challenging behaviors that take place in early childhood classrooms, participants will have the opportunity to participate in group discussions about strategies to support those children and the classroom. These topics will lead to deeper learning on how identifying behaviors and using effective and consistent strategies will foster connections and lead to regulation and resiliency.
This workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Jefferson County Community Early Childhood Council through a grant from the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood.
Notice: This is an online class. Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer, phone, or tablet. All classes are on Eastern Standard Time.
Level 3 CDA 3 CC 1 Audience-All
2.5 Credit Hours

Understanding the Preschool Environment as the “Third Teacher” from a Reggio Perspective
2022-04-25 18:00 - 20:00 | KY
In this training, we will take an in-depth look at the classroom environment from the lens of the child. The teachers will get a new understanding of how their classroom environments play a significant role as an educator for enhancing the children’s day to day learning.
Notice: This is an online class. Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer, phone, or tablet. All classes are on Eastern Standard Time.
Level 2 CDA 1 CC 4 Audience- Preschool, Family Child Care
2 Credit Hours

Joys of Teaching Community of Practice: Promoting a Culture of Self-Care by Building Resilience, Before, During and After a Crisis!
2022-04-27 16:30 - 18:30 | KY
Joys of Teaching Community of Practice Session 4: Promoting a Culture of Self-Care by Building Resilience, Before, During and After a Crisis!
Taking care of yourself is an important part of being a caregiver. It can be challenging to prioritize time for yourself when you have so many other things in your life to tend too and COVID-19 only magnified this existing challenge. If you are not feeling well, healthy, and nurtured, your stress and fatigue can impact others including the children in your care and your colleagues. It can be easy to forget that adults influence the climate in their classrooms and contribute greatly to the school culture. With some intention and best practices, even the most stressful situations can be managed by adults to ensure that the school environment is one of peace and safety where all can thrive. This session will introduce educators to the concept of healthy stress, unhealthy stress and chronic stress. Not all stressful events lead to harmful outcomes including COVID-19. During our two hours together we will explore practices that reduce stress and build resilience. In addition we will discuss research on COVID-19 and how vulnerable populations experience adversity at higher rates due to COVID-19. Resilience is one way we can combat the impact COVID-19 continues to have on our children, families and friends. Resilience is not a trait we are born with or without, it is a skillset we can develop by focusing on the following six areas: self-awareness, self-regulation, mental agility, strengths of character, connection and optimism. Resilience is one small way we can buffer stress and create classroom climates that are rooted in social-emotional learning. This session will provide folks with lots of opportunity to chat about what works for them with regard to self-care and identify many ways in which they can cultivate their skills of resilience.
The Joys of Teaching Community of Practice will meet monthly on the fourth Thursday from 4:30-6:30 pm EST through June 2022. The cost is free. Each COP is approved for 2 hours of ECE-TRIS credit.
For more information on our Communities of Practice, go to www.4cforkids.org/training/communities-of-practice
For a downloadable flyer, click here.
COPs in 2022 are being planned as virtual events with the potential for in person opportunities in the future.
Thank you to our sponsors at the Lift a Life Foundation and Metro United Way for making this a free opportunity for our early childhood community.
Notice: This is an online class. Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the session. This session will be conducted via Zoom, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer, phone, or tablet. All classes are on Eastern Standard Time.
Level 3 CDA 5, 6 CC 3 Audience-All
2 Credit Hours

Strengthening Families: Concrete Support in Times of Need
2022-05-05 18:00 - 20:00 | KY
Promoting strong, healthy family relationships provides far-reaching benefits that go beyond the family itself. Healthy families lead to healthy children, communities and economic prosperity. Strengthening Families Concrete Support in Times of Need will help you connect families to resources in times of need. Every family, at some point, needs support. “A time of need” can be described as the birth of a child, supporting a child with special needs, choosing the right center or school for the family needs, trauma, mental illness, violence or poverty. This session aims to educate providers on how to strengthen the family’s ability to access services and advocate for their needs. By the end of the session providers will know how to direct families to early intervention supports, and access 211 which is the Louisville, KY based essential community services hotline. Lastly, after attending this session you will be able to leverage the natural strengths of a family by asking powerful positive questions upon enrollment that foster deep connections from the start!
This workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Kosair Charities Face It Movement.
Notice: This is an online class. Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer, phone, or tablet.
Level 3 CDA 4 CC 6 Audience-All
2 Credit Hours

The Joys of Teaching Community of Practice: Partnering with Families by using Strengthening Families Approach!
2022-05-12 16:30 - 18:30 | KY
Joys of Teaching Community of Practice Session 4: Partnering with Families by using Strengthening Families Approach!
Families are the expert on their child! Join our monthly, Joys of Teaching Community of Practice to discuss how we can strengthen our partnerships with families by using the KY Strengthening Families Framework. The more you know and understand about the environment, culture, and everyday experiences of the children and families, the easier it will be to build genuine connections with families and work together to support their children. By the end of the session, you will become aware of the Strengthening Families framework including the six KY protective factors and learn how to create environments that are inclusive of families and their culture.
The Joys of Teaching Community of Practice will meet monthly on the fourth Thursday from 4:30-6:30 pm EST through June 2022. The cost is free. Each COP is approved for 2 hours of ECE-TRIS credit.
For more information on our Communities of Practice, go to www.4cforkids.org/training/communities-of-practice
For a downloadable flyer, click here.
COPs in 2022 are being planned as virtual events with the potential for in person opportunities in the future.
Thank you to our sponsors at the Lift a Life Foundation and Metro United Way for making this a free opportunity for our early childhood community.
Notice: This is an online class. Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the session. This session will be conducted via Zoom, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer, phone, or tablet. All classes are on Eastern Standard Time.
Level 3 CDA 4 CC 6 Audience-All
2 Credit Hours

Understanding Nature as a Path to Math
2022-05-16 18:00 - 20:00 | KY
In this training session the educators will learn to embed mathematical concepts in their day to day life in their classrooms and curriculum. Children are drawn to the natural world and organic materials. The educators will learn to look closely at how children have an innate desire to learn math concepts and how to use materials from nature to develop and enhance their mathematical learning. Participants must complete a written assignment to receive the full 3 hours of credit.
This workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Jefferson County Community Early Childhood Council through a grant from the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood.
Notice: This is an online class. Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer, phone, or tablet. All classes are on Eastern Standard Time.
Level 2 CDA 2 CC 4 Audience-All
3 Credit Hours (with completion of written assignment)

Nature & Inquiry Community of Practice: Taking it Outside!
2022-05-19 12:30 - 14:30 | KY
Nature & Inquiry Community of Practice Session 5: Taking it outside!

This training is to help educators to think about how children can use outside as a platform for learning. In this session, educators will explore what an outdoor classroom can offer children v/s inside a classroom. Teachers will go in-depth about how to recognize the different types of learning that happens in a natural environment. When the environment is set up with intentionality children are able to understand what the environment is telling them to do. In addition practitioners will brainstorm ideas on how they can offer and/or enhance their outdoor space that facilitates learning just like a typical classroom that supports curiosity, imagination, and interactions with peers.
The Nature & Inquiry Community of Practice will meet monthly on the third Thursday from 12:30-2:30 pm EST through June 2022. The cost is free. Each COP is approved for 2 hours of ECE-TRIS credit.
For more information on our Communities of Practice, go to www.4cforkids.org/training/communities-of-practice.
For a downloadable flyer, click here.
COPs in 2022 are being planned as virtual events with the potential for in person opportunities in the future.
Thank you to our sponsors at the Lift a Life Foundation and Metro United Way for making this a free opportunity for our early childhood community.
Notice: This is an online class. Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the session. This session will be conducted via Zoom, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer, phone, or tablet. All classes are on Eastern Standard Time.
Level 3 CDA 3 CC 1, 4 Audience-All
2 Credit Hours

Learning to use Ages and Stages Questionnaires as a tool for family engagement! (Preschool)
2022-05-21 09:00 - 12:00 | Main Library, 301 York St., Louisville, KY, 40203
Ages & Stages Questionnaires®, Third Edition (ASQ®-3) is a developmental screening tool designed for use by early educators. ASQ®-3 relies on parents as experts, is easy-to-use, family-friendly and creates the snapshot needed to catch delays and celebrate milestones. The purpose of this training is to provide educators with the knowledge to fill out a developmental screener known as ASQ 3. When the educators learn how to use the ASQ 3 they will discover the value it has to ensure proper development and a way to engage in dialogue with families. Engaging in conversation teachers will provide information to help guide parents in filling out the screener for their child. Educators will also gain skills to help families to understand how to use the ASQ 3 and how it will support development of their child. In addition participants will learn where to turn to if a child has a developmental delay and how to communicate concerns with families in respectful ways! This session will focus on preschool aged children.
Level 3 CDA 4, 7 CC 1, 5 Audience-All
3 Credit Hours
Notice: This is an in person class.
Location: Main Library
301 York St. Louisville, Kentucky 40203
This workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Jefferson County Community Early Childhood Council through a grant from the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood.

Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma
2022-05-23 18:00 - 20:00 | KY
This training was designed for child care providers and staff on recognition and prevention Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma. Participants will learn the early signs of maltreatment and the various injuries and conditions that may result from vigorous shaking, slamming or impacting the head of an infant or young child. They will also be provided tools for dealing with a crying infant and ways to share information with parents to prevent abuse from occurring. Training objectives are to review the statistics of abusive head trauma; to define and describe abusive head trauma and its associated injuries; to discuss risk factors and prevention, and to understand the outcomes for victims.
Notice: This is an online class. Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer, phone, or tablet.
Licensed and Certified Child Care providers are now required to obtain a minimum of 1.5 clock hours of training every 5 years in the area of Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma.
Level 1 CDA 1 CC 2,4 Audience-All
2 Credit Hours
This workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Jefferson County Community Early Childhood Council through a grant from the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood.

The Hundred Languages of Children
2022-05-26 18:00 - 20:00 | KY
Participants will explore the Reggio Emilia concept of “the hundred languages of children” by exploring materials and engaging in small group discussion about how to provide opportunities for children to express themselves through different art media and play invitations in the classroom. Children are naturally creative beings and deserve to learn and express themselves in multiple ways!
Notice: This is an online class. Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer, phone, or tablet. All classes are on Eastern Standard Time.
Level 2 CDA 2 CC 4 Audience- All
2 Credit Hours

Supporting STARS Series: Family Engagement - Good beginnings never end!
2022-06-02 18:00 - 20:00 | KY
We all know that when families are involved in a child’s learning process, the child does better mentally and physically, today and tomorrow. That is why family engagement is a big component to the Early Childcare profession. Family engagement activities have many benefits that support the center, child, family, and community. When Family engagement activities are implemented they can be used as a great starting point to build relationships with families in a meaningful way that will support child development but, it doesn’t end there!. Knowing how to work with families from a strength based approach can have very effective results that will have lasting impact on children and their families that will create strong communities.
This workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Jefferson County Community Early Childhood Council through a grant from the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood.
Notice: This is an online class. Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer, phone, or tablet. All classes are on Eastern Standard Time.
Level 3 CDA 4 CC 6 Audience-All
2 Credit Hours

Orientation
2022-06-07 18:30 - 2022-06-09 20:30 | KY
This six hour professional development workshop provides overviews of child abuse/neglect, developmentally appropriate practices, and health & safety practices. It is required of all new child care staff within the first 90 days of hire. This class will be taught in two 2-hour zoom classes with homework in between for a total of 6 hours of content. You must be able to participate in both classes (Tuesday, June 7 6:30 – 8:30 PM and Thursday, June 9 6:30 – 8:30 PM) and complete the required assignment to receive credit for this class.
This workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Jefferson County Community Early Childhood Council through a grant from the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood.
Notice: This is an online class. Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer, phone, or tablet. All classes are on Eastern Standard Time.
Level 1 CDA 1,2,3,8 CC 1,2,4 Audience-All
6 Credit Hours

Parks and Play Day!
2022-06-11 10:00 - 12:30 | KY
Communities of Practice Session 6: Parks and Play Day!
Parks, Play, and Parents is a highly interactive in-person session delivered at Broad Run Park. During this session, participants will explore the power of play by investigating the park and engaging in hands-on learning. During our time together we will reflect upon the importance of play in our lives and learn how to share the value of play with parents. The participants will engage in nature observations and explore the park with guides to discover firsthand the benefits nature can add to your life! By the end of the session, early childhood professionals will know how to plan for outdoor adventure and play-based experiences with families in their care and community!
Our Communities of Practice have been meeting monthly since January 2022. This professional development opportunity is the culminating event for our spring 2022 Communities of Practice. The cost is free. Each COP is approved for 2 hours of ECE-TRIS credit.
Location: Broad Run Park, Ogle Foundation Woodland Pavilion, 11551 Bardstown Rd. Louisville, KY 40291
Broad Run Park, Woodland Pavilion
For more information on our Communities of Practice, go to www.4cforkids.org/training/communities-of-practice
Thank you to our sponsors at the Prichard Committee for making this a free opportunity for our early childhood community.
All classes are on Eastern Standard Time.
Level 3 CDA 3, 4 CC 1, 6 Audience-All
2.5 Credit Hours

Building Healthy Minds and Bodies through Nutrition
2022-06-20 18:00 - 20:00 | KY
Child nutrition and the meals we serve are important as the foundation for growing strong minds and bodies! This session will explain the new changes to the Kentucky licensing regulations that went into effect in 2021 regarding child care meals and nutrition requirements. We will also explore the best practices around serving meals and menu planning.
This workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Jefferson County Community Early Childhood Council through a grant from the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood.
Notice: This is an online class. Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer, phone, or tablet. All classes are on Eastern Standard Time.
Level 1 CDA 1 CC 2 Audience-All
2 Credit Hours

When Childhood Anxiety Leads to Challenging Behaviors
2022-06-23 18:00 - 20:00 | KY
Sometimes anxiety can be very confusing to notice in a classroom that is often filled with busy children and sometimes it is not. We all have witnessed children going through separation anxiety, but are there more types of anxiety that you should know about? This training will go over specific details that will help educators notice what anxiety can look like in children and strategies that can help the child cope. Understanding the different types of anxiety can also help families understand when to seek professional help and when extra support is needed.
This workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Jefferson County Community Early Childhood Council through a grant from the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood.
Notice: This is an online class. Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer, phone, or tablet. All classes are on Eastern Standard Time.
Level 3 CDA 2 CC 1 Audience-All
2 Credit Hours

Offering Authentic Materials and Loose Parts
2022-07-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Virtual, Virtual
Discover how to invite children to play with engaging materials and become an intentional observer. This session will focus on selecting materials for your classroom using an enhanced view of children. Children deserve the opportunity to explore and create with rich and meaningful materials. Learn how to integrate loose parts into all areas of the classroom.
Notice: This is an online class. Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer, phone, or tablet. All classes are on Eastern Standard Time.
Level 1 CDA 2 CC 4 Audience-All
2 Credit Hours

Strengthening Families - Parental Resilience
2022-07-12 18:30 - 20:30 | Virtual, Virtual
This training will go in depth about building parental resilience, which is one of the 6 protective factors of the Kentucky Strengthening Families model. Strengthening Families is a strength-based approach that guides us in working with families to support the development of the family and child. Everyone experiences stress from time-to-time. Resilience is an attribute that helps us manage stressful situations. When families are resilient, it can help ensure that they are on a trajectory of healthy, positive outcomes. When educators understand the effects of stress on a family unit, they will be able to understand how to support children and families for optimal outcomes.
This workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Kosair Charities Face It Movement.
Notice: This is an online class. Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer, phone, or tablet.
Level 3 CDA 4 CC 6 Audience-All
2 Credit Hours

Supporting STARS Series: Emergent Curriculum in Early Childhood Settings
2022-07-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Virtual, Virtual
Early childhood professionals will learn strategies to implement Emergent Curriculum by being introduced to the five-step cycle: observe, reflect, respond, interpret, and plan. By the end of the session the educators will be able to design experiences and offer invitations to play that are tailored to the needs of the children using loving observation and authentic assessment.
This workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Jefferson County Community Early Childhood Council through a grant from the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood.
Notice: This is an online class. Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer, phone, or tablet. All classes are on Eastern Standard Time.
Level 2 CDA 7 CC 4 Audience-Infant/Toddler, Preschool, Family Child Care
2 Credit Hours

The Science of Sleep
2022-08-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Shively Learning Academy, 1800 Neville Drive, Louisville, KY, 40216
Learn about the basic science of sleep and its effect on a child’s growing brain and body. Discover how to set up your classroom environment to encourage a calm and restful naptime.
Level 2 CDA 1, 2 CC 1, 4 Audience-All
2 Credit Hours
Notice: This is an in person class.
Location: Shively Learning Academy
1800 Neville Dr, Louisville, KY 40216. (Map)
By attending a professional development opportunity, you are entering an area where photography, audio and video recording may occur. Your presence at the event constitutes your consent to be photographed, filmed, and/or otherwise recorded and to the release of any and all recorded media of your appearance, voice, and name for any purpose in connection with 4-C and our partners including use on websites, in social media, news and advertising. By registering for the event, you agree that you have read and consent to this release. If you do not agree to the foregoing, please inform your trainer at the time of the event.

Strengthening Business Practices (Mini-Series) Session 1: Budgets, Projections, and Planning
2022-08-13 10:00 - 13:00 | Virtual, Virtual
The Strengthening Business Practices for Child Care Programs training series addresses basic concepts in fiscal and operational management of center-based child care programs. These trainings are grounded in the belief that strong and sustainable child care businesses can support program initiatives aimed at improving outcomes for children. This session will focus on budgeting, planning, and projections specifically for child care businesses. Learn the value of developing a budget and how to use it for decision-making throughout the year. We will discuss how to project business costs and to plan strategically for future goals.
Strengthening Business Practices is an online series. In registering for this class, you are registering for the entire four-part series. We will meet once a month for four months. Participation in all four sessions is required.
Session 1: Saturday, August 13 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Zoom)
Session 2: Saturday, September 10 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Zoom)
Session 3: Saturday, October 8 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Zoom)
Session 4: Saturday, November 12 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Zoom)
This workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Jefferson County Regional Collaborative through a grant from the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood.
Notice: This is an online class. Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer, phone, or tablet. All classes are on Eastern Standard Time.
Level 2 CDA 5 CC 7 Audience-All
3 Credit Hours (12 Credit Hours for the entire 4-part series)

Orientation for Early Care and Education Professionals
2022-08-20 09:00 - 15:30 | KY
This six hour professional development workshop provides overviews of child abuse/neglect, developmentally appropriate practices, and health & safety practices. It is required of all new child care staff within the first 90 days of hire.
Notice: This is an in person class. A 30 minute lunch break will be provided. Lunch is on your own.
Location: South Central Library
7300 Jefferson Blvd. Louisville, KY 40219 (map)
This workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Jefferson County Regional Collaborative through a grant from the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood.
Level 1 CDA 1, 2, 3, 8 CC 1, 2, 4 Audience-All
6 Credit Hours
By attending a professional development opportunity, you are entering an area where photography, audio and video recording may occur. Your presence at the event constitutes your consent to be photographed, filmed, and/or otherwise recorded and to the release of any and all recorded media of your appearance, voice, and name for any purpose in connection with 4-C and our partners including use on websites, in social media, news and advertising. By registering for the event, you agree that you have read and consent to this release. If you do not agree to the foregoing, please inform your trainer at the time of the event.

Health and Well-Being - Because Safe, Healthy Children are Ready to Learn
2022-08-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Virtual, Virtual
Physical health and well-being are dependent upon children and families having access to nutritious food, shelter, and resources. Children need access to places to play and exercise to be healthy. Furthermore, preschoolers and school aged children must also have support for their mental and emotional health. This includes helping them to build secure identities, engage in responsive relationships and feel loved and respected. Traumatic and stressful childhood experiences can place children at great risk for emotional and mental health challenges that can last a lifetime. It is vital that early educators understand how to support children who are dealing with distressing moments in their lives. This session will give educators an introduction into how to offer concrete support in times of need, provide guidance on what trauma is and is not, and offer play as the solution for healing, health, and connection.
This workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Jefferson County Regional Collaborative through a grant from the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood.
Notice: This is an online class. Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer, phone, or tablet. All classes are on Eastern Standard Time.
Level 1 CDA 1, 4 CC 2, 6 Audience-All
2 Credit Hours

Naturally Inclusive Activities for All Children
2022-08-30 18:30 - 20:30 | Virtual, Virtual
Nature is a necessity. Research tells us that we are happier, healthier, more socially engaged and more creative when nature is a part of our daily lives. These benefits apply to all ages and abilities. This session will go in depth about offering physical activities for children with special needs in the outdoor world. Understanding how to offer activities for children with different abilities are essential in offering inclusive nature-based spaces.
This workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Jefferson County Regional Collaborative through a grant from the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood.
Notice: This is an online class. Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer, phone, or tablet. All classes are on Eastern Standard Time.
Level 2 CDA 2 CC 1 Audience-All
2 Credit Hours

Strengthening Business Practices (Mini-Series) Session 2. Financial Reports and Internal Controls
2022-09-10 10:00 - 13:00 | Virtual, Virtual
Strengthening Business Practices for Child Care Programs training series addresses basic concepts in fiscal and operational management of center-based child care programs. These trainings are grounded in the belief that strong and sustainable child care businesses can support program initiatives aimed at improving outcomes for children. In this session, we will discuss financial reports and identify ways to help you better manage your program’s finances. We will also identify what internal controls are in a child care setting and how they can strengthen the fiscal health of your program.
Strengthening Business Practices is an online series. In registering for this class, you are registering for the entire four-part series. We will meet once a month for four months. Participation in all four sessions is required.
Session 1: Saturday, August 13 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Zoom)
Session 2: Saturday, September 10 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Zoom)
Session 3: Saturday, October 8 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Zoom)
Session 4: Saturday, November 12 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Zoom)
This workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Jefferson County Regional Collaborative through a grant from the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood.
Notice: This is an online class. Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer, phone, or tablet. All classes are on Eastern Standard Time.
Level 2 CDA 5 CC 7 Audience-All
3 Credit Hours (12 Credit Hours for the entire 4-part series)

Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma
2022-09-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Virtual, Virtual
This training was designed for child care providers and staff on recognition and prevention Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma. Participants will learn the early signs of maltreatment and the various injuries and conditions that may result from vigorous shaking, slamming or impacting the head of an infant or young child. They will also be provided tools for dealing with a crying infant and ways to share information with parents to prevent abuse from occurring. Training objectives are to review the statistics of abusive head trauma; to define and describe abusive head trauma and its associated injuries; to discuss risk factors and prevention, and to understand the outcomes for victims.
Notice: This is an online class. Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer, phone, or tablet.
Licensed and Certified Child Care providers are now required to obtain a minimum of 1.5 clock hours of training every 5 years in the area of Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma.
Level 1 CDA 1 CC 2,4 Audience-All
2 Credit Hours
This workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Jefferson County Regional Collaborative through a grant from the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood.
By attending a professional development opportunity, you are entering an area where photography, audio and video recording may occur. Your presence at the event constitutes your consent to be photographed, filmed, and/or otherwise recorded and to the release of any and all recorded media of your appearance, voice, and name for any purpose in connection with 4-C and our partners including use on websites, in social media, news and advertising. By registering for the event, you agree that you have read and consent to this release. If you do not agree to the foregoing, please inform your trainer at the time of the event.

Orientation for Early Care and Education Professionals
2022-10-04 18:30 - 2022-10-06 20:30 | Virtual, Virtual
This six hour professional development workshop provides overviews of child abuse/neglect, developmentally appropriate practices, and health & safety practices. It is required of all new child care staff within the first 90 days of hire. This class will be taught in two 2-hour zoom classes with homework in between for a total of 6 hours of content. You must be able to participate in both classes (Tuesday, October 4, 6:30 – 8:30 PM and Thursday, October 6, 6:30 – 8:30 PM) and complete the required assignment to receive credit for this class.
This workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Jefferson County Community Early Childhood Council through a grant from the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood.
Notice: This is an online class. Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer, phone, or tablet. All classes are on Eastern Standard Time.
Level 1 CDA 1,2,3,8 CC 1,2,4 Audience-All
6 Credit Hours
By attending a professional development opportunity, you are entering an area where photography, audio and video recording may occur. Your presence at the event constitutes your consent to be photographed, filmed, and/or otherwise recorded and to the release of any and all recorded media of your appearance, voice, and name for any purpose in connection with 4-C and our partners including use on websites, in social media, news and advertising. By registering for the event, you agree that you have read and consent to this release. If you do not agree to the foregoing, please inform your trainer at the time of the event.

Using the Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ-3) Developmental Screening Tool
2022-10-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Community Coordinated Child Care (4-C), 908 S. 8th Street, Suite 201, Louisville, KY, 40203, United States
Participants will be introduced to the ASQ-3 (Ages & Stages Questionnaire) as a developmental screening tool to be used with families and within the classroom. The focus will be on the purpose and benefits of using a developmental screener as a tool for recognizing children’s developmental milestones, as well as an indication of when referrals or early interventions may be needed. Learn how the ASQ-3 is structured and scored, as well as how to use the screening data to partner with parents and guide them through the referral process if necessary.
Level 2 CDA 7 CC 5 Audience-All
2 Credit Hours
Notice: This is an in person class located at 4-C’s new office!
Location: Community Coordinated Child Care (4-C)
908 S. 8th Street, Suite 201, Louisville, KY 40203 (Map)
This workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Jefferson County Regional Collaborative through a grant from the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood.
By attending a professional development opportunity, you are entering an area where photography, audio and video recording may occur. Your presence at the event constitutes your consent to be photographed, filmed, and/or otherwise recorded and to the release of any and all recorded media of your appearance, voice, and name for any purpose in connection with 4-C and our partners including use on websites, in social media, news and advertising. By registering for the event, you agree that you have read and consent to this release. If you do not agree to the foregoing, please inform your trainer at the time of the event.

Strengthening Business Practices (Mini-Series) Session 3. Marketing Your Program
2022-10-15 10:00 - 13:00 | Virtual, Virtual
Strengthening Business Practices for Child Care Programs training series addresses basic concepts in fiscal and operational management of center-based child care programs. These trainings are grounded in the belief that strong and sustainable child care businesses can support program initiatives aimed at improving outcomes for children. In this session, we will identify ways to market your program.
Strengthening Business Practices is an online series. In registering for this class, you are registering for the entire four-part series. We will meet once a month for four months. Participation in all four sessions is required.
Session 1: Saturday, August 13 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Zoom)
Session 2: Saturday, September 10 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Zoom)
Session 3: Saturday, October 15 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Zoom)
Session 4: Saturday, November 12 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Zoom)
This workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Jefferson County Regional Collaborative through a grant from the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood.
Notice: This is an online class. Please make sure you include a valid email address when registering and that you have internet and email access at the time of the training. This training will be conducted via Zoom, and you will be required to participate via video and audio through a computer, phone, or tablet. All classes are on Eastern Standard Time.
Level 2 CDA 5 CC 7 Audience-All
3 Credit Hours (12 Credit Hours for the entire 4-part series)
