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SUMMARY:An Introduction to Contracts and Policies for Child Care Centers
DESCRIPTION:Do you need to write your first contract or policy for your Center? Do you have an existing contract or policy but are wondering if it has everything you need? In this training we will identify the difference between contracts and policies\, give examples of what goes into them and apply the information to new contracts and policies. \nTrainer: Maggie Fern\, 4-C Resource\, Referral\, & Outreach Specialist \nAudience: All Center Providers\, including Center Leadership \n2 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFee: \nNon 4-C Members: $10 \n4-C Members: Free
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/an-introduction-to-contracts-and-policies-for-child-care-centers-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Training/Live Webinar,Program Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231212T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231212T203000
DTSTAMP:20260525T023446
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SUMMARY:What Does the Suspension and Expulsion Law Really Mean?
DESCRIPTION:While the Illinois Suspension and Expulsion Bill has been around for many years\, there are still questions in the field.  In this training\, we will discuss the Bill’s intention\, what it says\, and how we use it in practice.  Come with questions and experiences! You are welcome to send questions ahead of time to annw@four-c.org and they will be forwarded to the trainer. \nTrainer:  Dr. Anni Reinking\, Lead at Reinking Education Consulting \nAudience: All Providers \n2 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFee: \nNon 4-C Members: $10 \n4-C Members: Free
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/what-does-the-suspension-and-expulsion-law-really-mean/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Family Relationships,Online Training/Live Webinar,Program Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231021T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231021T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T023446
CREATED:20230829T203020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T203020Z
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SUMMARY:An Introductions to the Environmental Rating Scales (including ECERS-3)
DESCRIPTION:This training is for center-based programs and family child care providers and offers an overview of the Environment Rating Scales.  The Environment Rating Scales are user-friendly assessment tools that measure the quality of the learning environment for infants through school-age children.  After completing this training\, participants will be able to use the tool(s) for program self-assessment and improvement planning.   Enrollment is limited to 25. Registration is done in consultation with Quality Specialist for priority. \nTrainer: Stephanie Bentley\, Infant Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant \nAudience: All Providers \n4 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Intermediate \nFee: $10 non-refundable and non-transferrable fee required to register.
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/an-introductions-to-the-environmental-rating-scales-including-ecers-3/
LOCATION:Shah Center\, McHenry\, 4100 W Shamrock Lane\, McHenry\, IL\, 60050\, United States
CATEGORIES:ExceleRate IL Training,McHenry County,Program Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230914T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230914T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T023446
CREATED:20230725T161943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230725T161947Z
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SUMMARY:An Introduction to Contracts and Policies for Family Child Care Providers
DESCRIPTION:Do you need to write your first contract and policy for your family child care program? Do you have a contract and policy but are wondering if it has everything you need? In this workshop we will identify the difference between contracts and policies\, give examples of what goes into contracts and policies\, and apply the information to new or current contracts and policies. \nTrainer: Maggie Fern\, 4-C Recruitment\, Retention\, Referral & Outreach Coordinator \nAudience: Family Child Care Providers \n2 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFee: \nNon 4-C Members: $10 \n4-C Members: Free
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/an-introduction-to-contracts-and-policies-for-family-child-care-providers/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Family Child Care Providers,Online Training/Live Webinar,Program Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230413T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230413T193000
DTSTAMP:20260525T023446
CREATED:20230413T222809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T222902Z
UID:10000086-1681408800-1681414200@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:**New Training!**  The New Professional's Quick Start Guide to the CCR&R System
DESCRIPTION:Most new early childhood professionals came to their job because they like children and want to have an impact with their development. But many of the first steps for a new hire in the field are met with paperwork\, setting up training accounts\, understanding safe systems\, etc.  Also\, many managers are stretched thin that their time for hands-on help with these tasks is limited.  This training will assist both the new staff and managers in completing parts of this onboarding process.  Participants will learn about Gateways\, the why and how\, and actually walk through the process of setting up and account and learning how to use it to manage professional development requirements. We will look at scholarship assistance through Gateways and ECACE as well as review required trainings and how to self-report them.  Finally\, we will review the supports available through 4-C.  **Participants are encouraged to bring their personal laptops to practice as they are learning** \nTrainer: Maggie Fern\, 4-C Recruitment\, Retention\, Referral\, and Outreach Specialist \nAudience: All New Staff and Management Teams \nFee: \nNon 4-C Members: $10 \n4-C Members: Free
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/the-new-professionals-quick-start-guide-to-the-ccrr-system/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:DeKalb County,Program Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230323T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230323T193000
DTSTAMP:20260525T023446
CREATED:20230207T233130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230207T233130Z
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SUMMARY:Navigating in the Early Childhood System for New Center Hires and New Home Care Providers
DESCRIPTION:Most new early childhood professionals came to their job because they like children and want to have an impact with their development. But many of the first steps for a new hire in the field are met with paperwork\, setting up training accounts\, understanding safe systems\, etc.  Also\, many managers are stretched thin that their time for hands-on help with these tasks is limited.  This training will assist both the new staff and managers in completing parts of this onboarding process.  Participants will learn about Gateways\, the why and how\, and actually walk through the process of setting up and account and learning how to use it to manage professional development requirements. We will look at scholarship assistance through Gateways and ECACE as well as review required trainings and how to self-report them.  Finally\, we will review the supports available through 4-C.  **Participants are encouraged to bring their personal laptops to practice as they are learning** \nTrainer: Maggie Fern\, 4-C Recruitment\, Retention\, Referral\, and Outreach Specialist \nAudience: All New Staff and Management Teams \nFee: \nNon 4-C Members: $10 \n4-C Members: Free
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/navigating-in-the-early-childhood-system-for-new-center-hires-and-new-home-care-providers/
LOCATION:4-C Office\, DeKalb location\, 444 E Hillcrest Dr\, DeKalb\, Illinois\, 60115
CATEGORIES:DeKalb County,Program Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230316T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230316T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T023446
CREATED:20230207T232509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230207T232509Z
UID:10000053-1678989600-1678996800@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:Intentional Onboarding of New Staff
DESCRIPTION:As a center director\, manager\, or home care owner who onboards new staff\, it is important that an intentional and standard system is followed to ensure all staff receive the same information.  In this training\, we will go over important pieces of onboarding including getting to know your new staff member\, providing information about your facility\, and creating a sense of belonging from the initial meeting. These\, pls more\, will create a sense of belonging which is one of the most important tenets of onboarding staff and getting them to stay with your organization. \nTrainer: Anni Reinking\, Owner\, Reinking Education Consulting \nAudience: Directors\, Assistant Directors\, Managers\, Home Care Owners\, Administrators \n2 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFee: \nNon 4-C Members: $10 \n4-C Members: Free
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/intentional-onboarding-of-new-staff/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Training/Live Webinar,Program Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230126T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230126T203000
DTSTAMP:20260525T023446
CREATED:20221128T165833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221128T165838Z
UID:10000031-1674757800-1674765000@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:Tax and Recordkeeping for Family Child Care Providers
DESCRIPTION:Does keeping up with current tax laws as it relates to self-employed business practices seem overwhelming? Learn what it means to be self-employed\, how to trace income and expenses\, and what business expenses can be deducted. Gain other useful resources for tax planning. \nTrainer: Mike Allen\, Certified Public Accountant \nAudience: All Family Child Care Providers \n2 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFee: \nNon 4-C Members: $10 \n4-C Members: Free
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/tax-and-recordkeeping-for-family-child-care-providers/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Family Child Care Providers,Program Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230105T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230105T193000
DTSTAMP:20260525T023446
CREATED:20221128T170333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221128T170352Z
UID:10000032-1672941600-1672947000@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:Building Together: Leveraging Community for Greater Equity...New Birth to Five Initiatives in Illinois
DESCRIPTION:What does reimagining a more equitable Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) system look like?  Who should be involved? Come learn about Birth to Five Illinois\, which has been given the task to create a statewide regional infrastructure that will allow more input from communities in the development of policies and funding priorities!  ECEC providers are an integral part of the community with an important voice in this work! Join us for an overview of Birth to Five Illinois\, the work we are doing in our region\, and ways we can build our community voice. \nTrainers: Samantha McDavid\, Birth to Five Illinois Regional Council Manager & Gretchen Sprinkle\, Family and Community Engagement Specialist\, Birth to Five Illinois \nAudience: All Providers \n2 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFee: \nNon 4-C Members: $10 \n4-C Members: Free \n 
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/building-together-leveraging-community-for-greater-equity-new-birth-to-five-initiatives-in-illinois/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Training/Live Webinar,Program Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221117T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221117T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T023446
CREATED:20220926T173454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221019T184913Z
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SUMMARY:**RESCHEDULED** The Importance of Block Play
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever heard someone say\, “All they ever want to do is play in the block center!” Well\, I have some news for you about the block center that might just surprise you. Instead of trying to figure out how to get children out of the block center\, let’s discuss how different types of learning takes play through block play and why it is so important.  Overlapping learning for developmental domains is easy when you have a well-developed block area.  Block play provides children with three-dimensional creativity and problem-solving development.  We will jump into teaching strategies and have you prepared for hours of extended play in the block center. \nTrainer: Jodi York\, Instructor for AB Tech Community College \nAudience: All Providers \n1.5 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFee: \n4-C Members: Free \nNon 4-C Members: $10
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/the-importance-of-block-play/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Curriculum Planning,Program Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221110T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221110T203000
DTSTAMP:20260525T023446
CREATED:20220926T181247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220926T181250Z
UID:10000021-1668105000-1668112200@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:An Introduction to Contracts and Policies for Family Child Care
DESCRIPTION:Contracts and policies can be two of the most important documents to have in a program. Family child care providers who enforce well written contracts and policies may find they are able to eliminate potential conflicts with parents. This informative training will be a stepping stone for family child care providers looking to start or improve their contracts and policies. \nTrainer: Nicole Davis\, 4-C Recruitment\, Retention\, and Outreach Coordinator & Teams Lead \nAudience: All Family Child Care Providers \n2 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFee: \nNon 4-C Members: $10 \n4-C Members: Free
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/an-introduction-to-contracts-and-policies-for-family-child-care/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Training/Live Webinar,Program Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221105T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221105T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T023446
CREATED:20220926T180147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220926T180152Z
UID:10000017-1667637000-1667651400@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:An Introduction to the Environment Rating Scales
DESCRIPTION:An Introduction to The Environment Rating Scales (ERS) \nThis training is for center-based programs and family child care providers and offers an overview of the Environment Rating Scales.  The Environment Rating Scales are user-friendly assessment tools that measure the quality of the learning environment for infants through school-age children.  After completing this training\, participants will be able to use the tool(s) for program self-assessment and improvement planning. \nExceleRate Required Attendees: All Circles of Quality: Administrator\, plus 1 teacher per classroom \nMaximum Attendance: 25 (prioritization will be determined in consultation with Quality Specialist) \n\nWe ask that currently you prioritize meeting the “50% of staff criteria” (stated above) rather than enrolling all staff (for example\, maybe beginning with all Lead Teachers). We will exercise the right to limit the number of staff at any one training from one center or home. This practice will allow more providers to meet the requirement.  We will offer this training regularly\, rotating locations\, so provider needs will be met.\n\nLevel of Learning: Intermediate \nTrainer: Barb Christmas\, 4-C Quality Specialist \nAudience: All Providers \nFee: $20 non-refundable and non-transferrable fee required to attend
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/an-introduction-to-the-environment-rating-scales/
LOCATION:Rock River Center\, Oregon\, 810 S 10th Street\, Oregon\, Illinois\, 61061
CATEGORIES:ExceleRate IL Training,Program Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220906T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220906T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T023446
CREATED:20220922T172039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T172052Z
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SUMMARY:Strengthening Business Practice for Centers
DESCRIPTION:The Strengthening Business Practices for Centers training addresses basic concepts in fiscal and operational management of child care programs. The purpose of this training is to strengthen childcare provider’s foundational knowledge of fiscal terms\, concepts\, and practices. It encourages providers to realize the importance of fiscal planning to the sustainability of their business operations. It provides tips and best practices in fiscal\, organizational\, and financial goals and human resource documents in order to help break down the fiscal processes into manageable steps. \nThis is a 13 hour training that will be broken up into 4 training parts (September 6\, 13\, 21\, & 28)  All four meetings MUST BE attended to receive ANY credit. \nTrainer: Nicole Davis\, 4-C Recruitment\, Retention & Outreach Coordinator & Teams Lead \nAudience: Center Administration & Center Staff working with fiscal and operational management \n13 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Intermediate \nFree Training \nRegistration Deadline: August 16\, 2022 (this allows time to get training manuals to participants)
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/strengthening-business-practice-for-centers/
LOCATION:4-C Office\, McHenry\, IL
CATEGORIES:McHenry County,Program Planning
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