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

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

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

Creating a Sensory Friendly Environment
2022-06-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Shively Learning Academy, 1800 Neville Drive, Louisville, KY, 40216
Environmental spaces do more than speak, they load our bodies and minds with sensory information. In this training session, we will learn how the complexity, familiarity, flow, and intensity of the classroom settings affects children’s (and adults) behaviors and emotions.
Level 2 CDA 2, 3 CC 4 Audience-All
2 Credit Hours
Notice: This is an in person class.
Location: Shively Learning Academy
(located within the Associates in Pediatric Therapy – Dixie Highway building)
1800 Neville Drive Louisville, KY 40216

Directors Roundtable – The Importance of Self-Reflection in Your Professional Growth
2022-06-15 12:30 - 14:30 | KY
Self-Awareness is understanding your own needs and goals, strengths and areas for growth. In this session, participants will learn some reflective practices to better understand their role as directors in not only shaping those they manage, but in shaping themselves in their own professional growth throughout their career.
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 6 CC 3 Audience-Directors
2 Credit Hours

Nurturing Budding Social-Emotional Development in Busy Babies and Toddlers!
2022-06-18 09:30 - 12:30 | Virtual, Virtual
Strong, positive relationships help children develop trust, empathy, compassion and a sense of right and wrong. Starting from birth, babies learn who they are by how they are treated. Loving relationships provide young children with a sense of comfort, safety and confidence. They teach young children how to form friendships, communicate emotions and deal with challenges. This three hour session aims to increase early childhood professionals’ understanding and knowledge of social-emotional development from birth to three years old. By the end of the session, you will have increased knowledge and skills in nurturing the social-emotional developmental needs of young infants and toddlers.
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 3 CDA 3, 7, 8 CC 1 Audience-All
3 Credit Hours

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

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

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

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

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

Handling Difficult Conversations
2022-07-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Virtual, Virtual
A family child care provider’s life is full of challenging verbal communications. While the thought of having difficult conversations might be daunting, by preparing for them, you’ll be confident to handle them in a timely and professional manner.
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-Family Child Care
2 Credit Hours

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

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

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

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

Tools to Promote and Support Your Child Care Program
2022-08-25 12:30 - 14:00 | Virtual, Virtual
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 – Director, Family Child Care

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

Community of Practice: Emergent Curriculum & Your Teaching Journey
2022-09-08 09:30 - 11:30 | St. Joseph Children’s Home Child Development Center, 2823 Frankfort Ave., Louisville, KY, 40206, United States
Six-month Community of Practice
September 2022 – March 2023
Day and Time: Second Thursday of the month 9:30-11:30 am
Location: St. Joseph Children’s Home Child Development Center 2823 Frankfort Ave. Louisville, KY 40206 (map)
ECE-TRIS credit approved
Cost: Free

Description: This six-part community of practice will offer insights and inspiration into how learning begins and continues throughout one’s teaching journey. Early childhood educators need mentors-to cheer them on in their professional work and to help them remember the joys and inspirations in our field. Join the monthly in-person Emergent Curriculum Community of Practice to find a mentor or be a mentor! This Community of Practice is an invitation to think deeply and perhaps differently about curriculum and lesson planning from infancy through the pre-k years. These sessions aim to tackle the tough stuff of teaching. Over the next six months we will explore how play promotes learning for young children, how reflection changes the teaching experience, and how to implement emergent curriculum and authentic assessment in your early childhood settings. Wherever you are on your teaching journey, there will be a place for your growth, contribution, and collaboration within our community. This Community of Practice will be facilitated in collaboration with Cathy Ross and Lisa Branstetter. To learn more about this track and register, please contact Cathy Ross at cathy-ross@4cforkids.com.
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.

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

Introduction to the Social/Emotional Pyramid Model for Infants and Young Children
2022-09-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Virtual, Virtual
In this session, educators will learn how to promote healthy development by working to support social emotional wellness in all young children. We will discuss how to prevent the occurrence or escalation of social/emotional problems in children at-risk, identifying and working to remediate problems that surface, and, when necessary, referring children and their families to appropriate services
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 Audience-Infant/Toddler, Family Child Care
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.

Community of Practice: Learning in Bloom
2022-09-15 12:30 - 14:30 | KY
Six-month Community of Practice
September 2022 – March 2023
Day and Time: Third Thursday of the month 12:30-2:30 pm
Location: Hybrid (virtual and in person sessions)
ECE-TRIS credit approved
Cost: Free

Description: Are you interested in being outside in a natural setting with children and not sure where to start? If so, this might be the perfect professional development for your teaching journey. This nature-rich Community of Practice will support educators in developing, planning, and executing a more holistic way of being with children in in the indoor and outdoor classroom setting. As we move through the seasons, learn how the changing setting provides new opportunities for learning and exploration. In this COP, resources (natural materials and teacher resources) will be offered to participants to support their time with children in nature. To learn more about this track and register, please contact Liz Walker at Liz-Walker@4cforkids.com.
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.

Family Child Care Community of Practice: The Power of Teacher-Child Interactions
2022-09-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Virtual, Virtual
Six-month Community of Practice
September 2022 – March 2023
Day and Time: Second Tuesday of the month 6:00-8:00 pm*
Location: Virtual
ECE-TRIS credit approved
Cost: Free

Description: Every day you interact with children. Your decisions about what to say and do make a difference in their lives. You can enhance children’s learning and your effectiveness as a teacher if your “everyday” interactions become intentional and purposeful. We will discuss what powerful interactions are and how to use them, the steps to creating powerful interactions, and the benefits they have for everyone. This monthly Community of Practice is designed specifically for Family Child Care providers. This Community of Practice will be facilitated in collaboration with Darice Hancock and Trish Kite-Hannon. To learn more about this track and register, please contact Darice Hancock at Darice-Hancock@4cforkids.com.
Thank you to our sponsors at the Prichard Committee for making this a free opportunity for our early childhood community.
*The first COP session will be on the Third Tuesday of the month on September 20.

Director Essentials – Inspiring Your Staff with a Common Vision
2022-09-21 12:30 - 14:30 | Virtual, Virtual
Engaged leadership is what truly leads to a passionate, engaged staff. In this session we will discuss the role of the director in inspiring and fostering a common vision for a program which can ultimately lead to quality growth and transformation. Our goal as directors is to create vibrant learning communities where all teachers, children, and families can thrive!
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.

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

From Parents to Partners: A Family-Centered Approach
2022-09-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Virtual, Virtual
In this training session educators will focus on thinking of parents as partners in their centers. When early child care professionals see families as partners, educators and parents can work towards goals and milestones for optimal development. Participants will gain knowledge of the importance of being in a strong, positive relationship with families and how families have a primary role in child care center decisions.
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 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.

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

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

Director Essentials: Infusing Your Center with Positive Energy
2022-10-12 12:30 - 14:30 | Virtual, Virtual
Positive energy is vital to creating and sustaining learning communities that allow children and teachers to thrive. It is essential that directors understand that the culture and climate they create in their centers is a crucial component of their work. Join us to discuss ways to stop negativity in its tracks and create a positive space for all to learn and grow.
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.

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