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…

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…

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.…

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…

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…