Community Coordinated Child Care

Nature & Inquiry Community of Practice: Reconnecting our Connection to Nature
2022-01-20 12:30 - 14:30 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | KY
Nature & Inquiry Community of Practice Session 1: Reconnecting our Connection to Nature
When educators have a better understanding of the connection that they already have to the Earth, they can gain an appreciation for allowing children to have access to nature. This session will discuss why it is important to reconsider nature’s role in child development and the outcomes of when it’s forgotten, or overlooked as an frivolous extension of play and not learning.
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 2 CDA 2 CC 1 Audience-All
2 Credit Hours

Supporting STARS Series: Observing and assessing! Mastering the process of child assessment using a Creative Curriculum Framework
2022-01-22 10:00 - 12:00
All child assessment starts with understanding how children learn and develop. Participants will be introduced to the principles of child growth and development and will work to apply the assessment cycle throughout the session. Learn the four step assessment cycle; step one, observe children often, and in appropriate context, step two, analyze the observations, and make choices for how to respond, step three, evaluate the observation using child growth and development principles, step four, summarize, plan and communicate. After attending the session, the educators will be able to observe, analyze, and evaluate using a developmental appropriate framework which will allow the educator to plan for the individual needs of the child. These essential skills will allow educators to assess children. This session is appropriate for toddler and preschool educators who use a child-assessment tool. All participants will be asked to observe their children in advance of the session, and bring their detailed observations to the session for a reflective exercise. The participants will also be expected to read a short piece of text prior to the session titled: Learn to See Childhood as a Time to Construct Meaning which emphasizes the significance of observation and learning with children.
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. This class includes a pre-work assignment. You complete the assignment prior to class to receive full credit. All classes are on Eastern Standard Time.
Level 3 CDA 7, 8 CC 1, 5 Audience-All
3 Credit Hours

Joys of Teaching Community of Practice: Making the Most of Interactions!
2022-01-27 16:30 - 18:30
Joys of Teaching Community of Practice Session 1: Making the Most of Interactions!
Positive teacher-child relationships are essential to supporting children’s development, because they influence a child’s emotional, cognitive, and social development. Positive teacher to child interactions create secure relationships and support children with establishing healthy peer to peer friendships. Join this Community of Practice to learn how engaging in one on one, face to face interactions build stronger and healthier brains.
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 2, 3 CC 1, 3 Audience-All
2 Credit Hours

School Readiness Series - Social and Emotional Development - The Nature Way!
2022-01-31 18:00 - 20:00
Have you noticed how eager children are to go outside? Children naturally want to be outside. So, why not encourage more play outside when there are so many benefits beyond the frivolous thoughts of outdoor play? This training will focus on understanding the importance of how nature allows children experiences that support their social and emotional development. In addition, educators will gain a better understanding on how to see children use nature as an important factor for self regulation through small group and large group play.
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, 3 CC 4 Audience-All
2 Credit Hours

FREE First Aid/CPR/AED/Epi-Pen/Blood Borne Pathogen
2022-02-01 19:00 - 21:00, 2022-03-01 19:00 - 21:00
Free First Aid/CPR, Epi-Pen, AED and Blood Borne Pathogen trainings are being offered the first Tuesday of the month at 7:00 PM. The majority of class content will be offered via Zoom (with a face to face test out required). More information on the class schedule and test outs can be found by going to SKILLS TO SAVE LIVES https://freecprky.com
No pre-registration required. Join the class by clicking on the Zoom link below at the scheduled time. All classes are on Eastern Standard Time.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88519012942?pwd=[REDACTED]
This class is also offered on demand as a work at your own pace training module. For a full list of training options, go to https://freecprky.com.

An Emergent Curriculum for Emerging Learners
2022-02-07 18:00 - 20:00
Are you fascinated by children’s thinking? Do you want to become more equitable in your practice? If you answered yes to one of the questions then this training is just for you! This session will encourage teachers to explore more of the ideas that are provoked by children. When children learn what they want to learn about, they find their love for learning. This training will explore many different ways that educators can achieve a curriculum that supports all emerging learners in the class. Reflection will also be used to facilitate discussion and to get educators thinking of how to use children’s interest as a part of the curriculum while offering equitable practices.
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, 3 CC 4 Audience-All
2 Credit Hours

School Readiness Series - Approaches to Learning
2022-02-08 18:00 - 20:00
Cognitive and higher order thinking refers to a child’s ability to solve problems, approach learning and learn about how things affect each other. Children approach learning differently based upon temperament, prior experiences and relationships. During the two hour session, participants will discuss what the three types of temperament are and how temperament impacts a child’s approach to learning. All participants are expected to read an article in advance of the session related to temperament and complete a brief assessment. This required pre-work will provide participants with one hour of additional credit. Through discussions and videos, participants will learn how to create meaningful play-based experiences that foster many different approaches to learning. Lastly, the session will provide access to current research which emphasizes the significance that relationships play with regard to a child’s development. By the end of the session participants will be able to identify components of cognitive development, plan experiences that foster higher order thinking and engage in powerful interactions which foster a love for learning!
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 1, 2 CC 1, 4 Audience-Infant/Toddler, Preschool
3 Credit Hours (with completed pre-work)

Tools to Promote and Support Your Child Care Program
2022-02-10 12:30 - 14:00, 2022-04-14 12:30 - 14:00
Discover new tools to help your child care program thrive. Learn how to access and use the Kentucky Shared Services platform, which is specifically designed for child care providers, including tools for marketing, free job postings, family resources, and templates for policies, handbooks, communications…and more!
This free workshop is sponsored by The Kosair Charities Face It Movement. All participants will receive a free membership to Kentucky Shared Services.
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.
Credit Hours 1.5
Level 3 CDA 5 CC 7 Audience-D, Family Child Care

Family Child Care Community of Practice: Promoting Family Involvement
2022-02-15 18:00 - 20:00
Family Child Care Community of Practice Session 2: Promoting Family Involvement
Successful early childhood education depends on relationships and collaborations with children’s families and communities. For this reason, it is critical to establish positive partnerships with children’s families and to include families in the childcare setting. This COP will help identify ways to establish and maintain positive relationships with children’s families. This COP is for in-home child care providers only.
The Family Child Care Community of Practice will meet monthly on the third Tuesday from 6:00-8:00 pm EST. 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 more information on Family Child Care, go to www.4cforkids.org/for-providers/family-child-care-homes
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 Prichard Committee 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-Family Child Care
2 Credit Hours

Directors Roundtable – The Impact of the Pandemic on Children & Families
2022-02-16 12:30 - 14:30
Join us as we discuss the impact that the pandemic has had on the children and families that we serve. How do fear and anxiety manifest in young children’s behavior? How have children adapted? Will the coronavirus isolation have a lasting impact as a traumatic experience? Join us through Zoom to discuss these questions and how to provide support systems moving forward.
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 3, 4 CC 1, 6 Audience-Directors
2 Credit Hours

Nature & Inquiry Community of Practice: Green Spaces in an Urban Setting
2022-02-17 12:30 - 14:30
Nature & Inquiry Community of Practice Session 2: Green Spaces in an Urban Setting
Dive deep into children’s rights to play and how to support nature play in an urban setting. During brainstorming sessions, participants will use a risk management protocol to think about the barriers that they have to access nature and what would it take to mitigate risk. Participants will also reimagine their playground and what could be done to allow more natural material for the children to use in their play and the importance of green spaces.
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 1 CC 4 Audience-All
2 Credit Hours

The Building Blocks for Early Literacy
2022-02-22 18:00 - 20:00
Learn to deepen the connection between young children’s natural play and early reading skills. Foster a rich environment of literacy in your preschool classroom. Discuss examples of how young children build the foundation for symbolic thinking through pretend play, art, drawing, and construction and how these are essential pre-reading skills. Discover new ways to bring more literacy opportunities into your 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 2 CDA 2 CC 4 Audience-All
2 Credit Hours

Joys of Teaching Community of Practice: Nurturing child growth and development by understanding play!
2022-02-24 16:30 - 18:30
Joys of Teaching Community of Practice Session 2: Nurturing child growth and development by understanding play!
Play belongs at the core of all early classrooms! Everyone has creative potential, and each individual, child and adult, has a developmental need to express creativity. Join this community of practice to discuss how you can promote play and creative expressions within your learning environments. During this session, teachers will explore how play promotes development and is a natural way to form relationships with others. By observing children in play, educators can learn more about children, their interests and current developmental needs. This session will offer insights into observing children’s eagerness to learn. By the end of the session, participants will know that development occurs in an orderly sequence, involves the individual rates of the person developing and is influenced by the environment.
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 1, 8 CC 1, 4 Audience-All
2 Credit Hours

Supporting STARS Series: Family Engagement - Good beginnings never end!
2022-02-26 10:00 - 12:00
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

Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma
2022-02-28 18:00 - 20:00
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

Orientation
2022-03-07 18:30 - 2022-03-09 20:30
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 (Monday, March 7 6:30 – 8:30 PM and Wednesday, March 9 6:30 – 8:30 PM) and complete the required assignment to receive credit for this class.
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

Come on and Let's Play!
2022-03-10 18:00 - 20:00
Play is the foundation of learning and should be considered when creating experiences for children. In this session, educators will engage in a reflective dialogue of case study scenarios. Through discussion, teachers will gain the perspective of how children learn best through play. Participants will also be able to obtain skills that will help them in their classroom to offer rich play experiences that will support every child’s development. Understanding how to set up play experiences that engage children, could also help with children who become bored easily and could benefit from more complex play.
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, 3 CC 4 Audience-Infant/Toddler, Preschool, Family Child Care, Director
2 Credit Hours

Family Child Care Community of Practice: Troublesome Times and Transitions
2022-03-15 18:00 - 20:00
Family Child Care Community of Practice Session 3: Troublesome Times and Transitions
How do you manage behaviors and smoothly move from one activity to the next? Join us to share your ideas and learn lots of new ways to navigate through the most difficult times. This COP is for in-home child care providers only.
The Family Child Care Community of Practice will meet monthly on the third Tuesday from 6:00-8:00 pm EST. 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 more information on Family Child Care, go to www.4cforkids.org/for-providers/family-child-care-homes
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 Prichard Committee 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 1, 5 CC 4 Audience-Family Child Care
2 Credit Hours

Nature & Inquiry Community of Practice: How children's natural selection of play supports social and emotional development
2022-03-17 12:30 - 14:30
Nature & Inquiry Community of Practice Session 3: How children’s natural selection of play supports social and emotional development
Learn how nature can support children’s social and emotional development and how children will naturally select materials that support their learning. Nature can lend itself to children who need to calm down and support self regulation. When using nature as a self regulation tool, children can develop a deep connection that can be used as a way to connect and disconnect when needed.
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 2, 3 CC 4 Audience-All
2 Credit Hours

School Readiness Series - Playing with Language and Communication!
2022-03-19 10:00 - 12:00
Language and communication skills start developing before a child enters into this world and consist of more than merely words spoken. Language and communication can be described as all the different ways a child understands and communicates with the world. This two hour session will provide educators with the developmental framework necessary to nurture communication and language. Educators will be asked to explore children’s storybooks in advance of the session and will receive one hour of additional credit. After exploring and selecting a storybook, the educators will be asked to reinterpret or express the book using gestures, symbolic representation, rhythms or more with their class and will share this experience with others. This rich experience will provide ideas, strategies and knowledge on how to nurture a child’s love for language and communication. By the end of the session, the participants will know how the domain of language and communication is related to other areas of development and what they can do as educators to create daily experiences that foster language and communication skills by using books and print in meaningful ways.
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, 8 CC 1, 4 Audience-Infant/Toddler, Preschool, Family Child Care
2 Credit Hours

Directors Roundtable – The Importance of Self-Care for Directors
2022-03-23 12:30 - 14:30
Being a child care center director can be challenging and can lead to stress. Unfortunately, too much stress can negatively impact the staff that you lead as well as the children and families in your care. Together we will explore the differences between healthy and unhealthy stress and learn some strategies to reduce stress & fatigue, set priorities and take care of YOU.
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 5 CC 7 Audience-Directors
2 Credit Hours

Joys of Teaching Community of Practice: Observing, planning, and creating meaningful learning!
2022-03-24 16:30 - 18:30
Joys of Teaching Community of Practice Session 3: Observing, planning, and creating meaningful learning!
Observation is a choice and requires interpretation! Join this community of practice to discover the skills of observing with joy! Observation involves being specific, noticing details, describing the details of the tone or mood within the observation. All observations have a beginning, middle and end and occur within the context of a relationship. During this session, educators will explore how observing children allows adults to become more aware of the child and their unique way of noticing, playing and growing. This type of observation allows educators to not only notice the children’s skills and knowledge but also their thinking or ideas. By the end of the session, educators will know how, where and why to observe and will have some simple next steps for making learning visible.
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 2, 3 CC 4, 5 Audience-All
2 Credit Hours

When Childhood Anxiety Leads to Challenging Behaviors
2022-03-29 18:00 - 20:00
Sold Out –
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, there more 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

Preventing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect
2022-04-07 18:00 - 20:00
This training will focus on understanding and recognizing the signs of child abuse and neglect, including Shaken Baby Syndrome. Learn what actions are required of child care providers in reporting suspected abuse.
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

Strengthening Families: Social and Emotional Competence of Children
2022-04-11 18:00 - 20:00
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

Family Child Care Community of Practice: Play Beyond the Playground
2022-04-12 18:00 - 20:00
Family Child Care Community of Practice Session 4: Play Beyond the Playground
It can be challenging to take young children outside—from naps to mealtimes and sunscreen to mittens, a trip outdoors might feel like too much hassle. Additionally, play outside may seem unruly, overwhelming, or lacking in learning opportunities. But outdoor play is worth the time and effort. This COP is for in-home child care providers only.
The Family Child Care Community of Practice will meet monthly on the third Tuesday from 6:00-8:00 pm EST. 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 more information on Family Child Care, go to www.4cforkids.org/for-providers/family-child-care-homes
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 Prichard Committee 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 2 CDA 1, 2 CC 2 Audience-Family Child Care
2 Credit Hours

Orientation
2022-04-16 09:00 - 15:30
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
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
