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SUMMARY:**CANCELLED** Strengthening Business Practices for Child Care 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.  Participants must attend all sessions to receive credit. \n**Registration Deadline: January 3\, 2024** \nTrainer: Rochelle Golliday\, ITN Trainer \nAudience: All Center Leadership \n13 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Intermediate \nFree Training
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/strengthening-business-practices-for-child-care-centers/2025-02-18/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Training/Live Webinar,Program Planning
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SUMMARY:American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric Total
DESCRIPTION:American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED course teaches child care providers critical skills and knowledge needed to respond to and manage illnesses and injuries in a child or infant in the first minutes until emergency services arrives. \nTrainer: Amy Lofthouse\, Associate Director\, NIU Child Development and Family Center \nAudience: All Providers \n3 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFree Training
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/american-heart-association-heartsaver-pediatric-total-8/
LOCATION:Northern Illinois University Child Development and Family Center\, DeKalb\, IL
CATEGORIES:CCAP Orientation Requirement,CCAP Training Requirements,CPR and First Aid,DeKalb County,Health/Safety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T180000
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DTSTAMP:20260418T173038
CREATED:20241204T170532Z
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SUMMARY:**CANCELLED** Strengthening Business Practices for Child Care 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.  Participants must attend all sessions to receive credit. \n**Registration Deadline: January 3\, 2024** \nTrainer: Rochelle Golliday\, ITN Trainer \nAudience: All Center Leadership \n13 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Intermediate \nFree Training
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/strengthening-business-practices-for-child-care-centers/2025-02-11/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Training/Live Webinar,Program Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T123000
DTSTAMP:20260418T173038
CREATED:20241223T214648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241223T214648Z
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SUMMARY:American Heart Association Heartsaver Pedatric Total
DESCRIPTION:American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED course teaches child care providers critical skills and knowledge needed to respond to and manage illnesses and injuries in a child or infant in the first minutes until emergency services arrives. \nTrainer: Annie Johnson\, Assistant Director\, The Growing Place \nAudience: All Providers \n4 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFree Training
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/american-heart-association-heartsaver-pedatric-total/
LOCATION:McHenry County Mental Health Board\, Crystal Lake\, IL
CATEGORIES:CCAP Orientation Requirement,CCAP Training Requirements,CPR and First Aid,Health/Safety,McHenry County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T180000
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CREATED:20241223T215040Z
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SUMMARY:Reality Bites
DESCRIPTION:Biting is inevitable and common among children under the age of three. It is important to understand the developmental reasons for biting in order to prevent it and deal with it when it happens.  Dealing with biting in group care calls on a variety of strategies to prevent and discourage biting and to promote pro-social behavior.  Through discussions\, you will have the opportunity to explore your own emotions and work on practical solutions to decrease this challenging behavior. \nTrainer: Marquita Myles\, 4-C Infant Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant \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/reality-bites/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Infant/Toddler,Online Training/Live Webinar,Social/Emotional
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CREATED:20241204T170532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T203927Z
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SUMMARY:**CANCELLED** Strengthening Business Practices for Child Care 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.  Participants must attend all sessions to receive credit. \n**Registration Deadline: January 3\, 2024** \nTrainer: Rochelle Golliday\, ITN Trainer \nAudience: All Center Leadership \n13 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Intermediate \nFree Training
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/strengthening-business-practices-for-child-care-centers/2025-02-04/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Training/Live Webinar,Program Planning
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UID:10000527-1738398600-1738413000@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric Total
DESCRIPTION:American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED course teaches child care providers critical skills and knowledge needed to respond to and manage illnesses and injuries in a child or infant in the first minutes until emergency services arrives. \nTrainer: Maria Lombardo\, Director\, Kishwaukee College Early Learning Center \nAudience: All Providers \n4 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFree Training
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/american-heart-association-heartsaver-pediatric-total-7/
LOCATION:Loveland Community House\, Dixon\, IL
CATEGORIES:CCAP Orientation Requirement,CCAP Training Requirements,CPR and First Aid,Health/Safety,Ogle County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T180000
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UID:10000521-1737655200-1737662400@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:Understanding and Building Support for Sensory Processing Needs in Your Classroom
DESCRIPTION:When a student is exhibiting challenging behaviors in the classroom\, it is important to consider whether the root cause is related to their sensory processing needs\, meaning it is more “sensory” than purely “behavioral”.  Difficulties with sensory input can often manifest as behavioral issues; therefore\, addressing sensory needs any be the key to managing behavior effectively This training explores ways to perform your observation and identify moments where we can help children who are struggling. \nTrainer: Marquita Myles\, 4-C Infant Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant \nAudience: All Providers \n2 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFee: \n4-C Members: Free \nNon 4-C Members: $10
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/understanding-and-building-support-for-sensory-processing-needs-in-your-classroom/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Training/Live Webinar,Social/Emotional
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250301T123000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T010603Z
UID:10000535-1737534600-1740832200@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric Total (expires in 2 years)
DESCRIPTION:American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED course teaches child care providers critical skills and knowledge needed to respond to and manage illnesses and injuries in a child or infant in the first minutes until emergency services arrives. \nTrainer: Annie Johnson\, Assistant Director\, The Growing Place \nAudience: All Providers \n4 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFree Training
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/american-heart-association-heartsaver-pediatric-total-expires-in-2-years-27/
LOCATION:McHenry County Mental Health Board\, Crystal Lake\, IL
CATEGORIES:CCAP Orientation Requirement,CCAP Training Requirements,CPR and First Aid,McHenry County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250121T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250121T200000
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CREATED:20241204T165942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T165942Z
UID:10000520-1737482400-1737489600@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:Emotional Intelligence
DESCRIPTION:This training will explore emotional intelligence\, which is the ability to perceive\, interpret\, demonstrate\, control\, evaluate\, and use emotions to communicate with and relate to others effectively and constructively.  We will dive into your understanding of emotions and how we can support emotional intelligence in the classroom. \nTrainer: Andrea Cossey\, 4-C Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant \nAudience: All Providers Caring for Infants\, Toddlers\, Twos\, and Preschoolers \n2 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFee: \n4-C Members: Free \nNon 4-C Members: $10
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/emotional-intelligence/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Training/Live Webinar,Social/Emotional
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250116T180000
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SUMMARY:Tax and Recordkeeping for Family Child Care
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 track income and expenses\, and what business expenses can be deducted. Gain other useful resources for tax planning. \nTrainer: Mike Allen\, CPA \nAudience: All Family Child Care Providers \n1.5 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFee: \n4-C Members: Free \nNon 4-C Members: $10 \n 
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/tax-and-recordkeeping-for-family-child-care/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Training/Live Webinar,Program Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250115T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250115T210000
DTSTAMP:20260418T173038
CREATED:20241204T165217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T165221Z
UID:10000517-1736964000-1736974800@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric Total (expires in 2 years)
DESCRIPTION:American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED course teaches child care providers critical skills and knowledge needed to respond to and manage illnesses and injuries in a child or infant in the first minutes until emergency services arrives. \nTrainer: Amy Lofthouse\, Associate Director\, NIU Child Development and Family Center \nAudience: All Providers \n3 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFree Training
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/american-heart-association-heartsaver-pediatric-total-expires-in-2-years-26/
LOCATION:Northern Illinois University Child Development and Family Center\, DeKalb\, IL
CATEGORIES:CCAP Orientation Requirement,CCAP Training Requirements,CPR and First Aid,DeKalb County,Health/Safety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T123000
DTSTAMP:20260418T173038
CREATED:20241204T165108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T165115Z
UID:10000516-1736584200-1736598600@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric Total (expires in 2 years)
DESCRIPTION:American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED course teaches child care providers critical skills and knowledge needed to respond to and manage illnesses and injuries in a child or infant in the first minutes until emergency services arrives. \nTrainer: Annie Johnson\, Assistant Director\, The Growing Place \nAudience: All Providers \n4 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFree Training
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/american-heart-association-heartsaver-pediatric-total-expires-in-2-years-25/
LOCATION:McHenry County Mental Health Board\, Crystal Lake\, IL
CATEGORIES:CCAP Orientation Requirement,CCAP Training Requirements,CPR and First Aid,Health/Safety,McHenry County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250109T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250109T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T173038
CREATED:20241204T165424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T165518Z
UID:10000518-1736445600-1736452800@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:Uncovering the Roots of Challenging Behavior
DESCRIPTION:Children exhibit behaviors that providers define challenging even at an early age\, especially when they interfere with their daily lives.  To help understand behavior from infancy through school-age\, this training will explore the causes\, concerns\, and questions that arise.  Adults must be ready to engage\, connect\, become curious\, and respond positively.  By exploring and collaborating with young children early on\, we can help them develop powerful alternatives to communicate their needs and develop appropriate skills. \nTrainer: Marquita Myles\, 4-C Infant Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant \nAudience: All Providers \n2 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFee: \n4-C Members: Free \nNon 4-C Members: $10
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/uncovering-the-roots-of-challenging-behavior/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Training/Live Webinar,Social/Emotional
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250106T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250106T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T173038
CREATED:20241211T170810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T204331Z
UID:10000526-1736186400-1736193600@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:**CANCELLED** An Introduction to Contracts and Policies for Child Care Centers
DESCRIPTION:Do you need to write your first contract and policy for your child care center? 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\, and Outreach Specialist \nAudience: Child Care Center Leadership \n2 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Intermediate \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-4/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Training/Live Webinar,Program Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250104T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250104T123000
DTSTAMP:20260418T173038
CREATED:20241204T164947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T164951Z
UID:10000515-1735979400-1735993800@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric Total (expires in 2 years)
DESCRIPTION:American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED course teaches child care providers critical skills and knowledge needed to respond to and manage illnesses and injuries in a child or infant in the first minutes until emergency services arrives. \nTrainer: Maria Lombardo\, Director\, Kishwaukee College Early Learning Center \nAudience: All Providers \n4 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFree Training
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/american-heart-association-heartsaver-pediatric-total-expires-in-2-years-24/
LOCATION:Loveland Community House\, Dixon\, IL
CATEGORIES:CCAP Orientation Requirement,CCAP Training Requirements,CPR and First Aid,Health/Safety,Lee County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241218T210000
DTSTAMP:20260418T173038
CREATED:20241031T134403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T134407Z
UID:10000512-1734544800-1734555600@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric Total
DESCRIPTION:American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED course teaches child care providers critical skills and knowledge needed to respond to and manage illnesses and injuries in a child or infant in the first minutes until emergency services arrives. \nTrainer: Amy Lofthouse\, Associate Director\, NIU Child Development and Family Center \nAudience: All Providers \n3 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFree Training
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/american-heart-association-heartsaver-pediatric-total-6/
LOCATION:Northern Illinois University Child Development and Family Center\, DeKalb\, IL
CATEGORIES:CCAP Orientation Requirement,CCAP Training Requirements,CPR and First Aid,DeKalb County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241216T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241216T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T173038
CREATED:20241031T135920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T135920Z
UID:10000514-1734372000-1734379200@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:Self-Compassion in Self-Care
DESCRIPTION:Early Childhood educators face unique challenges such as emotional exhaustion\, stress and burnout due to the demanding nature of working with young children\, often in environments that require high levels of patience\, care and emotional energy. Self-compassion training can offer tools to help educators manage these stressors in a healthy sustainable way. \nTrainer: Andrea Cossey\, 4-C Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant \nAudience: All Providers \n2 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Intermediate \nFee: \nNon 4-C Members: $10 \n4-C Members: Free
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/self-compassion-in-self-care/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Training/Live Webinar,Social/Emotional,Staff Development/Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241214T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241214T123000
DTSTAMP:20260418T173038
CREATED:20241031T134150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T134150Z
UID:10000511-1734165000-1734179400@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric Total
DESCRIPTION:American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED course teaches child care providers critical skills and knowledge needed to respond to and manage illnesses and injuries in a child or infant in the first minutes until emergency services arrives. \nTrainer: Maria Lombardo\, Director\, Kishwaukee College Early Learning Center \nAudience: All Providers \n4 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFree Training
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/american-heart-association-heartsaver-pediatric-total-5/
LOCATION:Loveland Community House\, Dixon\, IL
CATEGORIES:CCAP Orientation Requirement,CCAP Training Requirements,CPR and First Aid,McHenry County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T123000
DTSTAMP:20260418T173038
CREATED:20241031T134019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T134019Z
UID:10000510-1733560200-1733574600@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric Total
DESCRIPTION:American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED course teaches child care providers critical skills and knowledge needed to respond to and manage illnesses and injuries in a child or infant in the first minutes until emergency services arrives. \nTrainer: Annie Johnson\, Assistant Director\, The Growing Place \nAudience: All Providers \n4 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFree Training
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/american-heart-association-heartsaver-pediatric-total-4/
LOCATION:McHenry County Mental Health Board\, Crystal Lake\, IL
CATEGORIES:CCAP Orientation Requirement,CCAP Training Requirements,CPR and First Aid,McHenry County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T193000
DTSTAMP:20260418T173038
CREATED:20241031T135733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T140334Z
UID:10000513-1733421600-1733427000@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:Navigating Stressors in Child Care
DESCRIPTION:A career in child care can be highly rewarding\, but it can also be stressful. Despite exposure to illness\, physically demanding work\, and lower wages\, child care providers bring passion and enthusiasm to the classroom every day. Managing your work-related stress begins with understanding the sources of your stress. To address stress in your job\, you must understand where it comes from so you can take steps to address it. If you find yourself in a stressful situation in the future\, you will already have a plan in place. \nTrainer: Marquita Myles\, 4-C Infant Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant \nAudience: All Providers \n1.5 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFee: \nNon 4-C Members: $10 \n4-C Members: Free
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/navigating-stressors-in-child-care/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Training/Live Webinar,Social/Emotional
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241123T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241123T123000
DTSTAMP:20260418T173038
CREATED:20241010T142511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T142517Z
UID:10000509-1732350600-1732365000@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric Total (expires in 2 years)
DESCRIPTION:American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED course teaches child care providers critical skills and knowledge needed to respond to and manage illnesses and injuries in a child or infant in the first minutes until emergency services arrives. \nTrainer: Maria Lombardo\, Director\, Kishwaukee College Early Learning Center \nAudience: All Providers \n4 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFree Training
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/american-heart-association-heartsaver-pediatric-total-expires-in-2-years-23/
LOCATION:4-C Office\, DeKalb location\, 444 E Hillcrest Dr\, DeKalb\, Illinois\, 60115
CATEGORIES:CCAP Orientation Requirement,CCAP Training Requirements,CPR and First Aid,DeKalb County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241119T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241119T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T173038
CREATED:20240729T162335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T174311Z
UID:10000386-1732039200-1732046400@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:RESCHEDULED:  Family Fellowship: Engaging in Genuine Partnerships
DESCRIPTION:Family partnerships in early childhood education need to be ongoing\, reciprocal\, respectful\, and inclusive. These partnerships can support a child’s well-being and educational progress and benefits both teachers and families alike. In this training\, we will discuss the importance of family partnerships and how it benefits children\, families\, and teachers. We will also learn how to encourage genuine partnerships and share successes and challenges to discover how to best support children and families. \nTrainer: Jennifer Schwartz\, 4-C Training and Technical Assistance Coordinator \nAudience: All Providers \nLevel of Learning: Intermediate; 2 Training Hours \nFee: \nNon 4-C Members: $10 \n4-C Members: Free
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/family-fellowship-engaging-in-genuine-partnerships/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Family Relationships,Online Training/Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241116T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241116T123000
DTSTAMP:20260418T173038
CREATED:20241001T182307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T182307Z
UID:10000505-1731745800-1731760200@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric Total (expires in 2 years)
DESCRIPTION:American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED course teaches child care providers critical skills and knowledge needed to respond to and manage illnesses and injuries in a child or infant in the first minutes until emergency services arrives. \nTrainer: Maria Lombardo\, Director\, Kishwaukee College Early Learning Center \nAudience: All Providers \n4 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFree Training
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/american-heart-association-heartsaver-pediatric-total-expires-in-2-years-22/
LOCATION:Loveland Community House\, Dixon\, IL
CATEGORIES:CCAP Orientation Requirement,CCAP Training Requirements,CPR and First Aid,Lee County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241113T210000
DTSTAMP:20260418T173038
CREATED:20241001T182146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T152408Z
UID:10000504-1731520800-1731531600@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric Total (expires in 2 years)
DESCRIPTION:American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED course teaches child care providers critical skills and knowledge needed to respond to and manage illnesses and injuries in a child or infant in the first minutes until emergency services arrives. \nTrainer: Maria Lombardo\, Director\, Kishwaukee College Early Learning Center \nAudience: All Providers \n3 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFree Training
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/american-heart-association-heartsaver-pediatric-total-expires-in-2-years-21/
LOCATION:Northern Illinois University Child Development and Family Center\, DeKalb\, IL
CATEGORIES:CCAP Orientation Requirement,CCAP Training Requirements,CPR and First Aid,DeKalb County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T173038
CREATED:20241001T183102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T183102Z
UID:10000508-1731434400-1731441600@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:Mindful Movement in the Classroom
DESCRIPTION:During this interactive training we will focus on practical strategies for cultivating a more mindful classroom. The workshop will assist teachers/caregivers in creating a space that supports teacher and student well-being. This training will give you easy to use mindful movement techniques for yourself and your classroom. \nTrainer: Andrea Cossey\, 4-C Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant \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/mindful-movement-in-the-classroom-3/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:CCAP Training Requirements,Health/Safety,Online Training/Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T123000
DTSTAMP:20260418T173038
CREATED:20241001T181957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T182018Z
UID:10000503-1731141000-1731155400@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric Total (expires in 2 years)
DESCRIPTION:American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED course teaches child care providers critical skills and knowledge needed to respond to and manage illnesses and injuries in a child or infant in the first minutes until emergency services arrives. \nTrainer: Annie Johnson\, Assistant Director\, The Growing Place \nAudience: All Providers \n4 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFree Training
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/american-heart-association-heartsaver-pediatric-total-expires-in-2-years-20/
LOCATION:McHenry County Mental Health Board\, Crystal Lake\, IL
CATEGORIES:CCAP Orientation Requirement,CCAP Training Requirements,CPR and First Aid,McHenry County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241106T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241106T203000
DTSTAMP:20260418T173038
CREATED:20241001T182906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T182906Z
UID:10000507-1730917800-1730925000@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:Intentional Teaching: Supporting Language and Concept Development
DESCRIPTION:Intentional teaching does not happen by chance. As Early Childhood Professionals\, we thoughtfully plan and implement our practices based on our knowledge of child development and what we know about each of the individual children we serve. During this session\, we are going to focus on the development of young through daily conversations\, interactions and play experiences. \nTrainer: Cheryl Joseph\, Associate Professor of ECE\, Oakton College \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/intentional-teaching-supporting-language-and-concept-development/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Curriculum Planning,Online Training/Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241105T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241105T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T173038
CREATED:20241001T182710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T182710Z
UID:10000506-1730829600-1730836800@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: Maggie Fern\, 4-C Recruitment\, Retention\, and Outreach Specialist \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-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Family Child Care Providers,Online Training/Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241030T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241030T203000
DTSTAMP:20260418T173038
CREATED:20240903T145141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T155910Z
UID:10000501-1730313000-1730320200@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:Choose It\, Use It: Great Circle Time Picks
DESCRIPTION:Why is Circle Time important? What do we already know about Circle Time? Circle Time is valuable in a variety of ways:  it builds relationships\, builds a sense of community in the classroom\, provides an avenue to share ideas\, engage in conversation\, offers a time to listen to others and develop skills as members of a social group.  Joins us as we talk about offering successful Circle Time activities as well as things to avoid. \nTrainer: Cheryl Joseph\, Associate Professor of Early Childhood Education\, Oakton College \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/choose-it-use-it-great-circle-time-picks/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Curriculum Planning,Online Training/Live Webinar,Program Planning
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