1. 12 Hour Core of Knowledge Training - 12hrs $65 ( $60)

>>>LET'S TALK: SKILLS FOR EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION This 3 hour training is designed to develop and strengthen communication skills in child care professionals working in the field of child care. Those skills can be used to communicate with parents, co-workers and the public. Key strategies and techniques will be introduced to help strengthen providers ability to communicate and listen. Core of Knowledge Content Area: 3 Hours Professionalism... >>>SUPPORTING SOCIAL LEARNING: CREATING CLASSROOMS THAT CARE: This training provides examples from early childhood classrooms to illustrate the four defining features of supportive social learning, an alternative approach to discipline: teachers app...See upcoming training dates >>>

2. 45 Hour Child Growth and Development - 45hrs $400 ( $390)

This course covers the child development half of 90 hours coursework. You will gain a broad overview of the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of the child from birth to age 13. This certification course satisfies half of the MSDE requirement of 90 hours for child care teachers and directors. The price reflects the cost of the course which is $375, plus a $25 registration fee. If you are registering for this course as part of your 90 Hours, please contact the office to receive a discounted price. When taken in conjunction with the 45 Hour Infant/Toddler; 45 Hour Pre-School; or 45 Hour School-Age courses, the cost for this course is discounted to $175. You must ...See upcoming training dates >>>

3. 45 Hour Infant and Toddler Methods and Materials - 45hrs $400 ( $390)

You will gain the skills needed to work with infants and toddlers at home or in a child care center. Topics include growth and development, curriculum planning, goal setting, selection of age-appropriate materials, and methods for infants and toddlers birth to age 2. This certification course satisfies the MSDE requirement of 45 hours of infant-toddler training for child care teachers, directors, and family providers working with infants and toddlers. The price reflects the cost of the course $375 + $25 registration fee. We understand that emergencies come up from time to time. For example, you wake up late, you can't find your keys or your babysitter doesn't show up. If you absolutely...See upcoming training dates >>>

4. 45 Hour Preschool Methods and Materials - 45hrs $400 ( $390)

This course covers the curriculum component for preschool children ages 2-5 and completes the 90 hour coursework. This certification course satisfies half of the MSDE requirement of 90 hours for child care teachers and directors working with preschoolers. You will examine curriculum materials and teaching methods that stimulate children from birth to age 6, and build communication skills to use with parents, co-workers and the public. The price reflects the cost of the course $375 + $25 registration fee. ...See upcoming training dates >>>

5. 45 Hour School Age Methods and Materials - 45hrs $400 ( $390)

This certificate course has been approved by the Maryland State Department of Education to satisfy the curriculum portion (second half of the 90 hours) required for group leaders and directors/coordinators in before/after care group centers and home centers to work with children 5-13 years of age. The price reflects the cost of the course $375 + $25 registration fee. There is a minimum enrollment of 8 students in order for this course to proceed. All classes are non-refundable...See upcoming training dates >>>

6. 45 Hour School Age Methods and Materials Blended - 45hrs $250 ( $250)

Gain the skills necessary to work in school-age child care programs. Topics include curriculum planning, age-appropriate materials, and methods for working with children ages six-13. This certification course satisfies the curriculum half of the MSDE requirement of 90 hours of childcare training for teachers, directors, and coordinators working with school-age children. You must successfully complete all course requirements to receive a certificate. Aligns with MD Staff Credential (proposed) levels 2-4. MSDE Approval number PSO-30299 The class is non-refundable. Cost of the course $225 + $25 registration fee. Can not be combined with other promotions or discounts. There is a minimum enrol...See upcoming training dates >>>

7. 4 Hour Combination Classes (Core of Knowledge Credits in HSN, Curr, CD, Prof, SN) - 4hrs $20 ( $18)

Making Families Welcome This is a 2-hour course that will cover ways that teachers can welcome families in their classroom. This training is best for teachers of children ages 3 to 8 years old and those that are considered to be beginning and intermediate skill levels. Learning Outcome: By the completion of this training, you will be able to: 1) Identify the important role parents and/or family members play in their child’s education. 2) Identify ways to find out what families want for their children from the child care program. 3) Compare and contrast different families’ expectations. 4) Identify comfortable ways to include families in your classroom. 5) Select a variety of ...See upcoming training dates >>>

8. 6 Hour Combination Classes (Core of Knowledge Credits may vary) - 6hrs $35 ( $30)

H&H offers a variety of Core of Knowledge training classes in a 6 hour combination package for only $42 plus a $5 registration! ...See upcoming training dates >>>

9. 6 Hour Medication Administration - 6hrs $80 ( $78)

Gain skills to administer medications safely to children in child care centers and family child care homes. This state-approved curriculum provides 6 clock hours of MSDE Core of Knowledge: Health, Safety and Nutrition and addresses NAEYC standards for program accreditation. Area's reviewed include practices and procedures for administering over-the-counter and prescription medications in accordance with state child care licensing requirements; instruction is provided by qualified health professionals. A Medication Administration handbook is provided in class. Core of Knowledge: 6 clock hrs. HSN. There is a minimum enrollment of 5 students in order for this class to proceed. The class is re...See upcoming training dates >>>

10. 90 Hour Infant and Toddler Training - 45hrs $575 ( $560)

This training consists of the following two 45 hour courses: 45 Hour Child Growth and Development and 45 Hour Infant and Toddlers Methods and Materials. The 45 Hour Child Growth and Development course covers the child development half of 90 hours coursework. You will gain a broad overview of the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of the child from birth to age 13. This certification course satisfies half of the MSDE requirement of 90 hours for child care teachers and directors. The 45 Hour Infant and Toddler Methods and Materials will give you the skills needed to work with infants and toddlers at home or in a child care center. Topics include growth and developme...See upcoming training dates >>>

11. 90 Hour Preschool Training - 90hrs $575 ( $560)

This training consists of the following two 45 hour courses: 45 Hour Child Growth and Development and 45 Hour Preschool Methods and Materials. The 45 Hour Child Growth and Development course covers the child development half of 90 hours coursework. You will gain a broad overview of the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of the child from birth to age 13. This certification course satisfies half of the MSDE requirement of 90 hours for child care teachers and directors. The 45 Hour Preschool Methods and Materials covers the curriculum component for preschool children ages 2-5. You will examine curriculum materials and teaching methods that stimulate children from...See upcoming training dates >>>

12. 90 Hour School Age Child Development and Curriculum - 90hrs $550 ( $525)

This course is overed in a blended version of both online and inclass. The course consists of 36 hours curriculum online, and 54 hours in class on Saturdays and Sundays. The 90 hour School Age methods and materials training meets the Maryland State Department of Education MSDE requirement for School Age teacher in a child care setting. The class teaches curriculum methods for working with children ages 5 years to 12 years old and growth and development for ages birth to 12 years. The class is a 45-hour school age course and a 45 hour growth and development course approved by MSDE, as an online and in class training. ...See upcoming training dates >>>

13. 90 Hour School Age Training - 45hrs $575 ( $560)

This training consists of the following two 45 hour courses: 45 Hour Child Growth and Development and 45 Hour School Age Methods and Materials. The 45 Hour Child Growth and Development course covers the child development half of 90 hours coursework. You will gain a broad overview of the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of the child from birth to age 13. This certification course satisfies half of the MSDE requirement of 90 hours for child care teachers and directors. The 45 Hour School Age Methods and Materials course has been approved by the Maryland State Department of Education to satisfy the curriculum portion (second half of the 90 hours) required for group...See upcoming training dates >>>

14. Addressing Bullying Among School Age Children - 3hrs $30 ( $25)

Bullying is one of the most crucial issues facing our families, schools, communities and society today. It is pervasive in our society, occurring at home, and in schools. Our objectives for this training is to make teachers feel empowered and confident when dealing with the issues of bullying among school age children. Teachers are able to 1. Define bullying and describe its various forms 2. Describe the basic research on bullying’s prevalence, risk factors, and impact on youth involved 3. Describe best practices in bullying prevention and response 4. Identify that bullying is a public health problem and requires a coordinated community response...See upcoming training dates >>>

15. Administring Basic Health and Safety - 3hrs $25 ( $22)

This training provides 3 hours of continued education towards health, safety, supervision of children and nutrition. It does not replace the health and safety class required by the Maryland regulations....See upcoming training dates >>>

16. An Overview to Implementing MSDE Center Based Licensing Regs - 4hrs $37 ( $35)

Be better prepared for your next licensing visit by knowing your regs. This class is designed to review licensing regulations and how they apply to your center. Each student will be given a 52 page inspection report to complete at their Center which reviews every licensing regulation in detail. Core of Knowledge Content Area: 2 Hours Professionalism/2 Hours HSN This course has been approved by MSDE Early Childhood Division approval number CKO-380. Course cost is $32 plus $5 registration. Discounted price for VIP $30 plus $5 registration. Travel fee for onsite training at your location is $50. This fee is waived for VIP members There is a minimum enrollment of 5 students in o...See upcoming training dates >>>

17. Art from the Heart for Preschoolers: Open Ended Art Projects that Build Self-Esteem - 3hrs $29 ( $27)

This is a 3 hour training that shows the value of art and how it expands beyond theories of color and design. In this fun hands on workshop, participants will review and discuss self esteem concepts, and create open ended art projects that can be used to build children self esteem. Core of Knowledge Content Area: 3 Hours Curriculum Course cost is $24 plus $5 registration. Discounted price for VIP $22 plus $5 registration. Travel fee for onsite training at your location is $50. This fee is waived for VIP members This course has been approved by MSDE Early Childhood Division approval number CKO-380. There is a minimum enrollment of 5 students in order for this class to p...See upcoming training dates >>>

18. Basic Health and Safety - 5hrs $40 ( $38)

This state developed curriculum addresses Maryland Child Care Licensing requirements. Key topics for this training include: establishing and maintaining safe, healthy environments, teaching all children and youth safe practices to prevent and reduce injuries, record keeping and policy considerations, identification and reporting of child abuse, neglect and injurious treatment, sanitation practices and appropriate supervision of all children and youth at all times. Approval number CKO-320 Course Cost is $35 + $5 Registration fee. SAVE NOW and become a VIP member for only $10 and get a free 2 hr Online training, free reprint on certificates within the past 4 years, no travel fee for o...See upcoming training dates >>>

19. Basic Health & Safety Training Bring a Friend Promotion - 5hrs $97.5 ( $97.5)

This state developed curriculum addresses Maryland Child Care Licensing requirements. Key topics for this training include: establishing and maintaining safe, healthy environments, teaching all children and youth safe practices to prevent and reduce injuries, record keeping and policy considerations, identification and reporting of child abuse, neglect and injurious treatment, sanitation practices and appropriate supervision of all children and youth at all times. Approval number CKO-320 Course Cost is $97.50 if you Bring a Friend. Minimum of 12 students for class to move forward. No refunds. Payment due in full at time of registration. Lunch is not provided. Options are to...See upcoming training dates >>>

20. Beautiful Junk: Using Recycled Materials in the Classroom - 2hrs $19 ( $17)

This is a 2-hour training designed to help teachers understand how everyday items can be used by children to create an environment that supports their imagination, problem solving, and exploration. Core of Knowledge Content Area: 2 Hours Curriculum This course has been approved by MSDE Early Childhood Division approval number CKO-380. There is a minimum enrollment of 5 students in order for this class to proceed. Course cost is $14 plus $5 registration. Discounted price for VIP $12 plus $5 registration. Travel fee for onsite training at your location is $50. This fee is waived for VIP members...See upcoming training dates >>>

21. Building a Community of Families - 2hrs $10 ( $10)

In this 2 hour training, students will explore the role of the parent and and/or family members in their child’s education. Students will be better able to identify the family’s expectations and compare and contrast them with other families. The students will also strategize ways to include families in the classroom, even when they are not physically present. Core of knowledge areas: 2 Hr. Community...See upcoming training dates >>>

22. Bye-Bye Bullies: Preventing and Addressing Bullying in Early Childhood - 3hrs $26 ( $24)

Bullying is one of the most crucial issues facing our families, schools, communities and society today. It is pervasive in our society, occurring at home, and in schools. Bullying can occur to anyone, even very young children. This 3 hour course will help teachers and caregivers better identify and understand the issue of bullying. It will also help educators develop strategies for addressing, and ultimately preventing, bullying in their classrooms. Core of Knowledge Content Area: 1.5 Hour Curriculum/1.5 Hour HSN This course has been approved by MSDE Early Childhood Division approval number CKO-380. There is a minimum enrollment of 5 students in order for this class to proceed. ...See upcoming training dates >>>

23. Cavity Free Kids - 3hrs $21 ( $19)

Oral Health Education for Infant and Toddlers. Created by Washington Dental Service Foundation. The Cavity Free Kids curriculum presents oral health as an ongoing part of preschool education through: classroom activities that use oral health concepts to meet the requirements of the Child Learning Outcomes (Domain Elements) in language development, literacy, math, science, creative arts, social & emotional development, and approaches to learning and physical health and development parent education materials for use in parent meetings and home visits. Core of Knowledge Content Area: 1 hr CD/ 2 Hours HSN This course has been approved by MSDE Early Childhood Division approval number CKO-3...See upcoming training dates >>>

24. Chef's in the Classroom: Cooking as a Teaching Tool - 3hrs $30 ( $28)

Cooking projects are a great way to teach new vocabulary, practice gross and fine motor skills, and learn math and literacy concepts. This 3-hour training will walk through the necessary steps that a teacher should take when choosing and preparing to do a cooking project in the classroom. Such topics discussed include, but are not limited to: cooking project constraints, special needs modifications for cooking projects, nutrition, and cooking project classroom extensions. The activities described in this training are best suited for toddlers through early school-age children. This training is designed for teachers of all levels from novice to the seasoned veteran. Core of Knowledge Conte...See upcoming training dates >>>

25. Creating the Natural Outdoor Classroom - 2hrs $10 ( $10)

At the end of this 2 hour training, students will be able to create a more natural kind of outdoor environment that includes different colors, sounds, textures, and scents. Students will be able to identify what children might discover, learn, and experience in a natural play environment. Students will also develop a strategy for enlisting family members and staff to create a more natural outdoor learning environment. Core of Knowledge Areas: 2 Hrs. Curriculum...See upcoming training dates >>>

26. Educational Evolution-The History of Early Childhood Education - 3hrs $21 ( $19)

This 3 hr course looks at some of the major influences of early childhood education in the professional field. People and movements from the United States and abroad are put into a historical context and their influence upon early childhood education are discussed in detail. Core of Knowledge Content Area: 3 Hours Child Development This course has been approved by MSDE Early Childhood Division approval number CKO-380. Course cost is $21 plus $5 registration. Discounted price for VIP $19 plus $5 registration. Travel fee for onsite training at your location is $50. This fee is waived for VIP members There is a minimum enrollment of 5 students in order for this class to proceed...See upcoming training dates >>>

27. Emergency and Disaster Preparedness - Online - 6hrs $60 ( $58)

This course provides 6 clock-hours of MSDE-approved training in Emergency and Disaster Preparedness for child care. Become better prepared to keep children safe and secure in the event of emergency or disaster situations. Develop a written emergency plan for your child care setting and plan for the unique needs of children during emergency situations. Bring these items to class for your personal plan: your MSDE child care facility license number, two evacuation locations with address and phone number; family providers should also bring telephone numbers of a neighbor and a substitute. Minimum number of students for class to proceed is 5. Course cost is $55 plus $5 registration. Disco...See upcoming training dates >>>

28. Engaging Indoor Activities for Inclement Weather - 3hrs $34 ( $32)

What do you do with children on inclement weather days? Even on days when children cannot go outside, they must still be engaged all day. This 3-hour training will review the teachable moments that exist on inclement weather days, special considerations in planning for indoor activities as well as how to choose a variety of indoor classroom activities. Participants will get to experience the fun of several indoor activities through hands-on large group activities and small group sessions. This training is designed for novice to intermediate teachers of preschool and school-age children. Core of Knowledge Content Area: 3 Hours Curriculum This course has been approved by MSDE Early Chil...See upcoming training dates >>>

29. Exclusion of children with Fevers from Child Care - 2hrs $19 ( $17)

Core of Knowledge 2 Hours in Health,Safety and Nutrition. Caregivers will learn about the risks of children with fevers and how to handle those situations. Core of Knowledge Content Area: 2 Hours HSN This course has been approved by MSDE Early Childhood Division approval number CKO-380. Course cost is $14 plus $5 registration. Discounted price for VIP $12 plus $5 registration. Travel fee for onsite training at your location is $50. This fee is waived for VIP members There is a minimum enrollment of 10 students in order for this class to proceed. ...See upcoming training dates >>>

30. Family (or Parent) Conferencing: Developing Trust - 2hrs $10 ( $10)

This is a 2-hour training course. This training is a multifaceted approach to family conferencing. During this training, participants will learn effective strategies to use when conferencing with parents and families. Core of Knowledge Content Area: 2 Hours Professionalism This course has been approved by MSDE Early Childhood Division approval number CKO-380 and IACET .2 CEU's There is a minimum enrollment of 6 students in order for this class to proceed. ...See upcoming training dates >>>

31. First Aid and CPR - 4hrs $80 ( $78)

Teachers /Childcare workers have specific concerns and needs when taking a First Aid and CPR training class. All childcare professionals (including home childcare, nannies, daycare centers, etc.) are required to have a current CPR and First Aid certification. This certification normally needs to renewed every 2 years. Our CPR and First Aid programs meets or exceeds all state or county licensing recommendations and/or requirements. We are currently approved by 270 different agencies across the US and have approvals in all 50 states! Our instructors will provide you with more than just the information but will help to instill the confidence that you will be able to handle any emergency. ...See upcoming training dates >>>

32. First Aid & CPR Blended - 4hrs $70 ( $68)

Students will take this First Aid & CPR class 3 hours online and 1 hour in class. After registering, please allow 48 hours to access the online portion. Upon completion of the 3 hours online portion, you will be issued a certificate that you will need to present on the day of the in class in order to complete a drills and skill demonstration. Once the student has successfully completed BOTH the online portion and the in class, including passing the drills and skills demonstration, then they will be issued a valid certification for First Aid & CPR. Teachers /Childcare workers have specific concerns and needs when taking a First Aid and CPR training class. All childcare professionals (incl...See upcoming training dates >>>

33. Floods, Earthquakes, Tornados Oh My...Tips for Helping Children Cope - 2hrs $21 ( $19)

Among the most stressful events are uncontrollable natural disasters that disrupt homes, child care centers, and a family's stable daily routine. Disasters such as fires, floods, hurricanes, tornados, or earthquakes wreak physical as well as emotional havoc. With child care professionals as role models and coaches, children can learn to cope constructively as they face disaster-related fear, insecurity, and confusion. In this training we will review 8 tips that can be used as guidelines in helping children cope with natural disasters. Core of Knowledge Content Area: 2 Hrs HSN. This course has been approved by MSDE Early Childhood Division approval number CKO-380. Course cost is $1...See upcoming training dates >>>

34. Health & Nutrition - 2hrs $10 ( $10)

In this 2 hour training, students will explore six tips to maintaining a hygienic environment. Students will differentiate between cleaning and sanitizing and when to utilize each. The students will then be encouraged to analyze their own environments and cleaning and sanitizing routines to identify ways to improve them and avoid contamination in the classroom. Core of Knowledge Areas: 2 Hr. Health, Safety, & Nutrition...See upcoming training dates >>>

35. Healthy Habits From the Start - 3hrs $19 ( $17)

This 3-hour training will introduce beginning teachers to the connection between nutrition and healthy child growth and development. This training is designed for teachers of young children, ages infant to school age. Teachers will explore ways to address good nutrition in the classroom as well as ways to educate families about the importance of their child's nutrition. Core of Knowledge Content Area: 3 Hours HSN Course ID# H-08102017-01 This course has been approved by MSDE Early Childhood Division approval number CKO-380....See upcoming training dates >>>

36. How Do I Relate and Share Professionally? - 2hrs $19 ( $17)

This is a 2 hour course that will discuss ways in which early childhood professionals can share their ideas and best practices with other childcare professionals. Core of Knowledge Content Area: 2 Hours Professionalism This course has been approved by MSDE Early Childhood Division approval number CKO-380. There is a minimum enrollment of 10 students in order for this class to proceed. Course cost is $14 plus $5 registration. Discounted price for VIP $12 plus $5 registration. Travel fee for onsite training at your location is $50. This fee is waived for VIP members ...See upcoming training dates >>>

37. How To Keep A Healthy Class: Six Tips for Germ Control - 0.3hrs $25 ( $22)

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38. Including All Children and the Americans with Disabilities Act - 3hrs $35 ( $33)

Childcare Professionals will be presented with information, strategies, and resources on how to develop and implement an ECE environment that is inclusive to all children and families. Course can be taught at your location with a minimum of 10 students. Payments are non-refundable Course cost is $30 plus $5 registration. Discounted price for VIP $28 plus $5 registration. Travel fee for onsite training at your location is $50. This fee is waived for VIP members ...See upcoming training dates >>>

39. Introduction to ASQ-3 & ASQ Online - 3hrs $30 ( $28)

The Ages & Stages Questionnaires®, Third Edition (ASQ-3™) pinpoints developmental progress in children between the ages of one month to 5 ½ years. Its success lies in its parent-centric approach and inherent ease-of-use—a combination that has made it the most widely used developmental screener across the globe. Core of knowledge 1.5 Hours COMMUNITY & 1.5 CHILD DEVELOPMENT CKO-380. Course cost is $25 plus $5 registration. Discounted price for VIP $23 plus $5 registration. Travel fee for onsite training at your location is $50. This fee is waived for VIP members Minimum number of students for this class to proceed is 10. ...See upcoming training dates >>>

40. Let's Talk: Skills for Effective Communication - 3hrs $26 ( $24)

This 3 hour training is designed to develop and strengthen communication skills in child care professionals working in the field of child care. Those skills can be used to communicate with parents, co-workers and the public. Key strategies and techniques will be introduced to help strengthen providers ability to communicate and listen. Core of Knowledge Content Area: 3 Hours Professionalism This course has been approved by MSDE Early Childhood Division approval number CKO-380. Course cost is $21 plus $5 registration. Discounted price for VIP $19 plus $5 registration. Travel fee for onsite training at your location is $50. This fee is waived for VIP members There is a minimum...See upcoming training dates >>>

41. Making Families Welcome - 2hrs $19 ( $17)

This is a 2-hour course that will cover ways that teachers can welcome families in their classroom. This training is best for teachers of children ages 3 to 8 years old and those that are considered to be beginning and intermediate skill levels. Core of Knowledge Content Area: 2 Hours Professionalism This course has been approved by MSDE Early Childhood Division approval number CKO-380. Course cost is $14 plus $5 registration. Discounted price for VIP $12 plus $5 registration. Travel fee for onsite training at your location is $50. This fee is waived for VIP members There is a minimum enrollment of 10 students in order for this class to proceed....See upcoming training dates >>>

42. Math in Early Childhood - 3hrs $19 ( $17)

In this 3 hour training, you will learn the foundations and early childhood philosophy of introducing math in early childhood. Develop a technique on how to bring math into your classroom or home in a fun and easy way for children to learn. Core of Knowledge Content Area: 1 Hour Child Development/2 Hours Curriculum This course has been approved by MSDE Early Childhood Division approval number CKO-380. There is a minimum enrollment of 6 students in order for this class to proceed. Course cost is $25 plus $5 registration. Discounted price for VIP $22 plus $5 registration. Travel fee for onsite training at your location is $50. This fee is waived for VIP members...See upcoming training dates >>>

43. More than one Way to Look at it: Types of Early Childhood Education Programs - 3hrs $30 ( $28)

This 3 hour training course introduces many and varied types of early childhood programs that are available today and offers a framework of reference for ways to serve young children and their families. COK 3 Hrs Curr All classes are non refundable unless minimum number of students required is not met. Students at that time will be offered to reschedule or offered a refund. Minimum number of students is 6. Course cost is $25 plus $5 registration. Discounted price for VIP $23 plus $5 registration. Travel fee for onsite training at your location is $50. This fee is waived for VIP members...See upcoming training dates >>>

44. Moving About the Classroom: Effective Transitions for Everyday - 3hrs $30 ( $28)

Lunch is running late, the children have finished the small group activity, what do you do now? Transition activities are helpful and needed tools that teachers can use when children are moving from one activity to another in the classroom. This 3-hour training workshop is designed for beginning and intermediate teachers of preschool-age children and will teach the necessary criteria for choosing appropriate transition activities as well as ways that transition times can be teaching opportunities. Core of Knowledge Content Area: 3 Hours Curriculum This course has been approved by MSDE Early Childhood Division approval number CKO-380. There is a minimum enrollment of 6 students in ...See upcoming training dates >>>

45. Partners in Education: The Family-Teacher Relationship - 3hrs $30 ( $28)

This training course examines the important relationship between the early childhood teacher and the student's family and offers practical suggestions for the development of successful family-teacher relationship. Additionally, the training course addresses changing family demographics and the unique needs of special family populations. Core of Knowledge Content Area: 3 Hrs Curriculum. There is a minimum enrollment of 6 students in order for this class to proceed This course has been approved by MSDE Early Childhood Division approval number CKO-380. Course cost is $25 plus $5 registration. Discounted price for VIP $23 plus $5 registration. Travel fee for onsite training at you...See upcoming training dates >>>

46. Potty Training Made Simple - 2hrs $10 ( $10)

Do you struggle with a classroom of 2-year-olds that aren't yet potty trained? Is your home daycare full of young kids that are not potty trained? Are you having difficulty engaging families in being involved in the potty training process? Well then this is the class for YOU! Students will learn basic strategies to encourage potty training in young children. Students will gain information on how to encourage family engagement. Students will learn how to recognize the indicators that a child is ready for potty training. Potty Training Made Simple will take the MYSTERY out of potty training. 2 Hour HSN. This course has been approved by MSDE Early Childhood Division approval number CKO-380....See upcoming training dates >>>

47. Power of Art: Bldg Self-Esteem & Positive Behavior for ALL Abilities - 3hrs $27 ( $18)

Course Description: The POWER of art expands beyond theories of color and design! In this training, participants will have a better understanding of how the art process can be incorporated in developing a child’s self-esteem. In addition, participants will recognize positive guidance and discipline strategies to use with children of all differing abilities. This includes learning examples of Art Therapy as an effective technique for behavior management when teaching both Typical and A-Typical developing students. Learning Objectives: Participants will be able to : 1. Define and discuss self-esteem 2. Identify the processes of open-ended art concepts 3. List examples...See upcoming training dates >>>

48. Shifting Gears to Positive Discipline - 2hrs $21 ( $19)

This 2 hr training course helps teachers find positive ways to deal with children's negative behaviors on the classroom. The training introduces the idea that shifting gears to positive discipline is a bumpy yet worthwhile journey and encourages teachers to individualize their responses to children. Core of Knowledge Content Area: 2 Hours Child Development This course has been approved by MSDE Early Childhood Division approval number CKO-380. There is a minimum enrollment of 8 students in order for this class to proceed. Course cost is $16 plus $5 registration. Discounted price for VIP $14 plus $5 registration. Travel fee for onsite training at your location is $50. This fee...See upcoming training dates >>>

49. SIDS: Saving Babies: A Change of Position, A Change in Tradition - 2hrs $32 ( $30)

3 hour approved training course is designed to inform providers about the proper care for infants while sleeping. Child care professionals will also learn ways to prevent SIDS. This is an approved MSDE training that meets the requirements for licensing. Core of Knowledge Content Area: 2 Hours HSN This course has been approved by MSDE Early Childhood Division approval number CKO-380. There is a minimum enrollment of 8 students in order for this class to proceed. Course cost is $27 plus $5 registration. Discounted price for VIP $25 plus $5 registration. Travel fee for onsite training at your location is $50. This fee is waived for VIP members...See upcoming training dates >>>

50. Supporting Breastfeeding Practices in Child Care - 2hrs $20 ( $18)

Welcome to “Supporting Breastfeeding in the Child Care Setting.” This 2-hour course will help you better understand the benefits of breastfeeding and how to support mothers who want to continue breastfeeding their children after returning to work or school. In addition you will learn the proper handling, storing, and feeding techniques for breast milk. This course meets the requirements for breastfeeding training for the Maryland State Department of Education. Please be aware that this training counts for 1 hour of Health, Safety, and Nutrition and 1 hour of Community in core of knowledge. Other breastfeeding classes that are less than 2 hours DO NOT count for core of knowledge. Cour...See upcoming training dates >>>

51. Supporting Social Learning: Creating Classrooms that Care - 3hrs $32 ( $30)

This training provides examples from early childhood classrooms to illustrate the four defining features of supportive social learning, an alternative approach to discipline: teachers appreciate all perspectives and include everyone in creating a sense of community, relationships-in-community take precedence over other agendas, teacher sees children as capable of overcoming problems and being socially successful, and teacher enters interactions with a questioning posture and commitment to conversation. Core of Knowledge Content Area: 3 Hours Curriculum This course has been approved by MSDE Early Childhood Division approval number CKO-380. There is a minimum enrollment of 5 student...See upcoming training dates >>>

52. Training Guide for Families from Diverse Language and Cultural Backgrounds - 3hrs $21 ( $19)

This 3 hr training is specifically designed for dealing with families from diverse language and cultural backgrounds, where the parents may be non-English speaking. This Training Guide provides information for these families about child development, health and safety issues, and considerations for choosing quality care for children 0-5 years of age. You will learn how to provide parents with strategies on how to promote their children's development. Core of Knowledge Content Area: 3 Hours Child Development This course has been approved by MSDE Early Childhood Division approval number CKO-380. There is a minimum enrollment of 3-4 students in order for this class to proceed....See upcoming training dates >>>

53. Universal Design and Materials for Children with All Abilities - 2hrs $19 ( $17)

This 2-hour training course is designed to encourage teachers to consider features that make learning materials more appealing to and usable by all children, with or without disabilities. It invites teachers to evaluate learning materials with the criteria for universal design in mind, and to think about ways to adapt learning materials so they are more usable by children with disabilities. Core of Knowledge Content Area: 1 Hour Curriculum/1 Hour Special Needs This course has been approved by MSDE Early Childhood Division approval number CKO-380. Course cost is $14 plus $5 registration. Discounted price for VIP $12 plus $5 registration. Travel fee for onsite training at your loc...See upcoming training dates >>>

54. Using Your Senses to Adapt Environments - 2hrs $10 ( $10)

This is a 2-hour training for beginning and intermediate teachers working with young children birth to age 8. Teachers will analyze the accessibility of their own classroom environments and explore how physical, visual, auditory, and social aspects of the environment impact children's learning and participation. Core of Knowledge Content Area: 1 Hour HSN/1 Hour Special Needs. This course has been approved by MSDE Early Childhood Division approval number CKO-380. There is a minimum enrollment of 6 students in order for this class to proceed. Course cost is $5 plus $5 registration. Discounted price for VIP $5 plus $5 registration. Travel fee for onsite training at your loca...See upcoming training dates >>>