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…

Facilitator: Liz Walker 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…

Facilitator Liz Walker: This training aims to empower educators to create nurturing and authentic experiences for young children. Participants will gain a deep understanding of authenticity in early childhood, along with practical strategies that fosters children's internal drive for development.  In this training you will discover techniques for incorporating play, creativity, and curiosity into your…

Facilitator Lisa Branstetter: Sleep is one of the best things you can do for your overall health and well-being. Together we will explore and learn about the physical, mental, and emotional benefits of getting a healthy night's sleep. We will learn about the benefits of quality sleep and the impact of chronic sleep loss on…