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…

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: 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  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:  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…