In this VIRTUAL training you will learn how children use many different kinds of behavior as they grow and test their skills. Some of these behaviors, although appropriate for their developmental age, are still very challenging for teachers. This session focuses on understanding when children can be expected to acquire certain social-emotional skills and guides participants toward understanding, respecting and responding to developmentally appropriate behaviors.

The content in this module will describe strategies for building and sustaining positive relationships and communicating with families.

Basic School Age Care (BSAC) is a 5-hour introductory level training event for school age care professionals that are new to the field. This training is required by the NC DCDEE for school age care professionals working in licensed programs, but is a great training for new staff in any afterschool program setting.

 Join us as we explore the interplay of language and relationships in early childhood education! This course focuses on the types of interactions that enhance language and communication development in children from birth to age three. Participants will explore techniques and strategies to promote meaningful exchanges between adults and children. We will highlight the pivotal role that positive and responsive relationships play in nurturing essential early language skills.

Brushing is Fun, Start by Age 1 (1 Hr): This training combines early oral best proactives and sanitation guidelines giving early care and education programs the information they need to establish a toothbrushing routine in the classroom. Appropriate target audiences include childcare providers, administrators, caregivers, educators and staff.

Calling All Smile Crusaders: Dental Health Training (1 Hr): This training discusses the importance of teaching young children and their families about how good oral health habits, from the eruption of the very first little tooth, can establish a lifetime of dental health.

Join us as we explore the interplay of language and relationships in early childhood education! This course focuses on the types of interactions that enhance language and communication development in children from birth to age three. Participants will explore techniques and strategies to promote meaningful exchanges between adults and children. We will highlight the pivotal role that positive and responsive relationships play in nurturing essential early language skills.

This is a VIRTUAL (DCDEE) required training for child care administrators, covers common playground hazards and safety practices.