Community Coordinated Child Care

Director Essentials: Managing Confrontations, Conflicts, and Challenging Conversations
2024-03-13 12:30 - 14:30 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Virtual, Virtual
Facilitator Angie Kinser:
Conflict is something most people want to avoid, however, challenges in an early childhood setting are inevitable. While it is a difficult part of the job, situations that involve disagreement and tension offer opportunities for sharing and understanding others’ perspectives. In this training session, participants will learn a three-step approach to managing confrontations, conflicts, and challenging conversations. Participants will learn how a facilitative leadership approach involves seeing these challenges as an opportunity to find resolutions. The training participants will learn strategies to take to be proactive to avoid conflicts and strategies to implement when challenging conversations, and conflicts inevitably arise.
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 5 CC 7 Audience-Directors
2 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.

Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma, Child Physical Abuse, and Safe Sleep
2024-03-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Community Coordinated Child Care (4-C), 908 S. 8th Street, Suite 201, Louisville, KY, 40203, United States
Facilitator : Courtney Pearce
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 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)
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.

Safe and Healthy Children are Ready to Learn
2024-03-09 09:00 - 11:00 | Community Coordinated Child Care (4-C), 908 S. 8th Street, Suite 201, Louisville, KY, 40203, United States
Facilitator: Courtney Pearce
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. Children must also have support for their mental and emotional health, which 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.
Level 1 CDA 1,4 CC 2,6 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)
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.

Enhancing Parent Engagement in Early Childhood Education
2024-03-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Community Coordinated Child Care (4-C), 908 S. 8th Street, Suite 201, Louisville, KY, 40203, United States
Facilitator Angie Kinser:
This training session is for early childhood educators seeking to enhance their skills in engaging and collaborating with parenting adults. The content focuses on engaging families of children aged birth to five and supports Kentucky All-Stars. The training focuses on building effective partnerships between educators and parenting adults to create a supportive and enriching environment for young children’s development.
In this training, educators will understand the importance of parent engagement and recognize parents’ critical role in a child’s early development. The participants will learn practical strategies and tools to enhance engagement with parenting adults to foster collaborative relationships, ultimately contributing to a more holistic and supportive early childhood education experience for children.
**700 family engagement kits are available for providers in Jefferson County who complete the course. Child care providers can get one family engagement kit for each child in their class. These kits are to be given to families for use in at-home learning activities.
This workshop is free thanks to the generous sponsorship by the Ready for K Alliance.
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)
Level 1 CDA 4 CC 6 Audience- All Staff
2 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.

Strengthening Families: Social and Emotional Development
2024-03-05 18:30 - 20:30 | Virtual, Virtual
Facilitator Liz Walker:
This training will help you understand how to support children in learning how to positively interact with others, self-regulate their behaviors, and effectively communicate 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 keeping 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. All classes are on Eastern Standard Time.
Level 2 CDA 4 CC 6 Audience-All
2 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.

Handling Challenging Behaviors by Building Resiliency
2024-02-27 18:30 - 20:30 | Virtual, Virtual
Facilitator: Liz Walker
This training will cover an overview on promoting resilience in children 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 in 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 Regional Collaborative through a grant from the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood.
Level 2 CDA 3 CC 1 Audience- All
2 Credit Hours
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.
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.

Director Essentials: The Power of Human Connection
2024-02-14 12:30 - 14:30 | Community Coordinated Child Care (4-C), 908 S. 8th Street, Suite 201, Louisville, KY, 40203, United States
Facilitator Angie Kinser:
We live in a time when it is easier to hop on a virtual training session or complete an eCourse than to attend in-person training. During the COVID-19 pandemic, we learned and became accustomed to the convenience of attending a training session online, but convenience does not always mean better. There is a power in human connection that cannot be replicated using technology and a laptop or smartphone device. During this session, participants will explore the topic of human connection and the role face-to-face training plays in building resilience. When adults build connection and resiliency, they can then model these skills for children and other adults. Participants will be engaged in various activities that include having conversations that matter. According to Paul J. Meyer, “Communication and human connection is the key to personal and career success.” Are you ready to learn about the power of human connection? Let’s have conversations that matter. Matter to whom? Matters to you.
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)
Level 2 CDA 6 CC 3 Audience-Directors
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.

The Language of Clay
2024-02-10 09:00 - 11:00 | Community Coordinated Child Care (4-C), 908 S. 8th Street, Suite 201, Louisville, KY, 40203, United States
Facilitator: Lisa Branstetter
Young children’s in-depth experiences with the exploration of art materials leads to multiple ways to express their thoughts and ideas. In this training session the participants will take a hands-on approach to discovering the affordances of natural clay. The participants will also learn the three stages of introducing clay to young children.
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)
Level 2 CDA 2 CC 4 Audience- All
2 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.

Playful Communication: Enhancing Language Development through Play-Based Strategies
2024-02-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Community Coordinated Child Care (4-C), 908 S. 8th Street, Suite 201, Louisville, KY, 40203, United States
Facilitator: Angie Kinser
Language and communication development in early childhood is important as it serves as the foundation for a child’s overall cognitive, social, and emotional well-being. In this training, educators will learn how to infuse playfulness into language and communication development. Participants will learn how to create enriching and effective play-based learning experiences and environments to support language and communication development. The training sessions will include a mix of mini-lectures, group discussions, and practical activities. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in hands-on exercises to reinforce their understanding and application of the concepts covered.
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 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)
Level 1 CDA 2 CC 1 Audience- All
2 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.

Orientation For Early Care and Education Professionals
2024-02-03 09:00 - 15:00, 2023-12-09 09:00 - 15:00 | Community Coordinated Child Care (4-C), 908 S. 8th Street, Suite 201, Louisville, KY, 40203, United States
Facilitator : Lisa Branstetter
This mandatory training focuses on Health, Safety, and Sanitation, Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse, and Recommended Practices. This session is required for all childcare employees and must be completed within the first 90 days of employment. Successful completion of this course satisfies the Division of Child Care’s (DCC) new regulatory requirement for each center to ensure that every staff member has received training on first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
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 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)
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.

Building Pre-Literacy Skills in Young Children
2024-02-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Virtual, Virtual
Facilitator: Jennifer Pruitt
Join us as we explore how to create classroom environments that encourage early literacy skills that lead to a love of reading and writing. Young children build their foundation for symbolic thinking from a very early age through pretend play, art, drawing, and constructing. Learn to understand the connection between young children’s natural play and early reading skills. Foster a rich environment of literacy in your preschool classroom.
Level 2 CDA 2 CC 4 Audience- All
2 Credit Hours
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.
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) Module II. Financial Reports and Internal Controls
2024-01-30 18:00 - 2025-01-30 20:00 | Community Coordinated Child Care (4-C), 908 S. 8th Street, Suite 201, Louisville, KY, 40203, United States
Facilitator: Darice Hancock
Strengthening Business Practices for Family Child Care Providers addresses basic concepts in family childcare programs’ fiscal and operational management. This training is grounded in the belief that strong and sustainable childcare businesses can support program initiatives to improve children’s outcomes. In this module, 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 childcare setting and how they can strengthen the fiscal health of your program.
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 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)
Level 2 CDA 5 CC 7 Audience-All
2 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.

Strengthening Families: Concrete Support in Times of Need
2024-01-23 18:30 - 20:30 | Virtual, Virtual
Facilitator Liz Walker:
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, 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 support, and access 211, 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 2 CDA 4 CC 6 Audience-All
2 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.

Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma, Child Physical Abuse, and Safe Sleep
2024-01-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Virtual, Virtual
Facilitator : Courtney Pearce
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.
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.
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
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.
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.

Compassion Fatigue and the Importance of Self Care
2024-01-16 16:30 - 18:30 | Virtual, Virtual
Facilitator: Courtney Pearce
Working with young children is a rewarding career, but teachers also understand that it can be challenging and can lead to stress. Unfortunately, too much stress can negatively impact your role in the classroom 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 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 6 CC 3 Audience-Al
2 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.

Director Essentials: Strategies for Effective Leadership
2024-01-10 12:30 - 14:30 | Virtual, Virtual
Facilitator Angie Kinser:
Effective leadership is one of the strongest predictors of high-quality early childhood programming. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to effective leadership. In this training session, we will examine leadership from five perspectives: leadership as a role, leadership tasks and functions, leadership as a set of skills and competencies, leadership traits and dispositions, and leadership style. We will discuss the link between effective leadership and program quality. Participants will also learn about the importance of identifying values, beliefs, and a shared vision and its impact on effective leadership.
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-Directors
2 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.

Nurturing Social and Emotional Development in Young Children
2024-01-09 18:30 - 20:30 | Virtual, Virtual
Facilitator : Liz Walker
This training aims to equip educators and caregivers with effective strategies to foster healthy social and emotional development in young children in a preschool setting. Participants will gain insights into the importance of emotional intelligence in early childhood and explore practical techniques to create a supportive environment for children to thrive emotionally and socially.
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 3 CC 1 Audience-All
2 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.

Director Essentials: Leading More Engaging and Productive Meetings
2023-12-13 12:30 - 14:30 | Virtual, Virtual
Facilitator Angie Kinser:
Being skilled in facilitating meetings is essential for effective child care program management. Directors use a variety of meetings as a primary mode for communicating information, identifying and solving problems, and decision-making. During this training session, directors will learn practical tips and techniques to help them lead more engaging and productive meetings. We will discuss strategies to effectively facilitate meetings and make the best use of everyone’s time. Participants will learn the essential elements of an effective meeting, different types of meetings, the role group dynamics play, and the importance of evaluating the meeting.
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-Directors
2 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.

The Importance of Nurturing and Responsive Relationships
2023-12-12 16:30 - 18:30 | Virtual, Virtual
Facilitator : Courtney Pearce
In this session, participants will learn and understand the importance of building strong relationships to promote social and emotional development in young children. Participants will engage in mini-lectures and discussion of the foundation of the pyramid model and will brainstorm ways they currently foster strong relationships. Using these supports, participants will identify ways to promote relationships and examine their strengths/weaknesses to create modification plans. Participants will strengthen and gain the skills needed to build strong relationships with the children in their care.
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 3 CC 1,4 Audience-All
2 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.

Anti-Bias Education in Early Childhood Classrooms
2023-12-07 17:30 - 19:30 | Community Coordinated Child Care (4-C), 908 S. 8th Street, Suite 201, Louisville, KY, 40203, United States
Facilitator : Liz Walker
Anti-bias education in early childhood classrooms is critical to promoting social justice and equity in educational settings. This training is designed to help early childhood educators recognize and address the ways in which biases and social settings can impact young children’s learning and development. In addition, educators will learn strategies for creating an anti-bias classroom environment. This will include exploring the importance of promoting diversity and inclusion, developing cultural competence, and creating a sense of belonging for all children in the classroom. Participants will also learn how to address bias when it arises and how to support children who may be experiencing discrimination or exclusion.
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 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)
Level 2 CDA 3 CC 4 Audience-All
2 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.

Handling Difficult Conversations
2023-11-29 18:00 - 20:00 | Community Coordinated Child Care (4-C), 908 S. 8th Street, Suite 201, Louisville, KY, 40203, United States
Facilitator: Darice Hancock
Being an early childhood educator means dealing with lots of tricky talks. The idea of having difficult conversations might sound scary, but don’t worry! With some preparation, you’ll feel more sure of yourself and handle them like a pro. This training will help you develop the skills to address tough conversations quickly and professionally, so you can confidently communicate as a provider.
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)
Level 1 CDA 2 CC 4 Audience- All
2 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.

Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma
2023-11-27 18:00 - 20:00 | Virtual, Virtual
Facilitator : Amanda Masterson
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. All classes are on Eastern Standard Time.
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.

Strengthening Families: Social Connections
2023-11-20 18:30 - 20:30 | Virtual, Virtual
Facilitator Liz Walker:
This session will explore the benefits of social connections for families within your program. When families feel connected and supported, they can ask for help when needed. Friends, family members, neighbors, and community members can provide emotional support, help solve problems, offer parenting advice, and give concrete assistance to parents. Early Child Care Providers play a huge role in providing opportunities to connect parents together to expand their networks. Networks of support are essential to parents and offer opportunities for people to “give back”, an important part of self-esteem, as well as a benefit for the community.
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. All classes are on Eastern Standard Time.
Level 2 CDA 4 CC 6 Audience-All
2 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.

Tools to Promote and Support Your Child Care Program
2023-11-09 12:30 - 14:00 | Virtual, Virtual
Facilitator Robin Schotter:
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 for Kids 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 2 CDA 5 CC 7 Audience – Director, Family Child Care
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.

Director Essentials: Recruiting, Selecting, and Orienting Staff
2023-11-08 12:30 - 14:30 | Virtual, Virtual
Facilitator Angie Kinser:
Finding well-trained and experienced staff is a major challenge yet vital to early childhood program quality and healthy child development. An orientation plan is also key because it helps to make expectations clear, covers the essential aspects of the job and center operations as well as orients the new employee to the center’s mission, vision, and values. During this training session, we will review skills in recruitment, interviewing, screening, selecting, and orienting new teachers. We will discuss manageable, practical, and effective techniques to help directors find the right teachers for their program and how to orient new staff from the start.
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-Directors
2 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.

Extending Math Skills Through Play
2023-11-04 09:00 - 11:00 | Community Coordinated Child Care (4-C), 908 S. 8th Street, Suite 201, Louisville, KY, 40203, United States
Facilitator Courtney Pearce:
In this session, participants will gain the knowledge and skills for creating an environment that is rich in loose parts and open-ended materials that will build early math skills. Participants will learn how to promote and encourage children to think mathematically as they explore loose parts in all areas of the classroom. Participants will learn different mathematical concepts that will extend a child’s math thinking and will learn how these concepts align with the school readiness standards, and how to identify the standards as children play and explore.
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 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)
Level 1 CDA 2 CC 4 Audience- All
2 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.

Creating a Safe Place Using a Conscious Discipline Lens
2023-10-26 16:30 - 18:30 | Virtual, Virtual
Facilitator : Trish Kite-Hannon

This training will dive into creating a Safe Place in the classroom, to provide an opportunity for children to remove themselves from the group in order to become calm, regain composure and maintain control when upset, angry or frustrated. The training will do so by looking at the brain state models through the lens of Conscious Discipline. Conscious Discipline is a self-regulation program that integrates social-emotional learning and discipline.

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 CC 4 Audience-All
2 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.

Creating Harmony: How Music Can Support Social-Emotional Development
2023-10-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Community Coordinated Child Care (4-C), 908 S. 8th Street, Suite 201, Louisville, KY, 40203, United States
Facilitator : Darice Hancock
In this session, participants will explore the powerful connection between music and social-emotional development in the early years. Through hands-on activities, discussions, and practical examples, participants will gain valuable insights and strategies to integrate music into their classrooms, creating joyful and enriching experiences for children while fostering their social and emotional growth.
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 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)
Level 2 CDA 3 CC 4 Audience-All
2 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.

Orientation For Early Care and Education Professionals
2023-10-14 09:00 - 15:00 | Community Coordinated Child Care (4-C), 908 S. 8th Street, Suite 201, Louisville, KY, 40203, United States
Facilitator : Jennifer Pruitt
This mandatory training focuses on Health, Safety, and Sanitation, Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse, and Recommended Practices. This session is required for all childcare employees and must be completed within the first 90 days of employment. Successful completion of this course satisfies the Division of Child Care’s (DCC) new regulatory requirement for each center to ensure that every staff member has received training on first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
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 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)
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.
