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SUMMARY:Small Changes\, Big Results
DESCRIPTION:Making small\, intentional changes in daily habits can lead to significant improvements in personal well-being\, relationships\, and productivity. In this training\, we will identify some simple\, yet powerful shifts that can create big results over time to make life more comfortable and easier. \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/small-changes-big-results/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Training/Live Webinar,Social/Emotional,Staff Development/Training
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SUMMARY:Creating an Inclusive Environment: Understanding and Supporting Different Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:This training equips early childhood educators with the knowledge and strategies around inclusive learning environments that embrace and support differing abilities in early childhood settings. Participants will explore typical signs of developmental delays\, learn how to identify and accommodate varying needs\, and discover ways to foster a culture of belonging. \nTrainers: Andrea Cossey & Mary Kelly\, Infant Early Childhood Mental Health Consultants \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/creating-an-inclusive-environment-understanding-and-supporting-different-disabilities/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Training/Live Webinar,Program Planning,Social/Emotional
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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\, Northern Illinois University Child Development & 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-32/
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:20250510T083000
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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-33/
LOCATION:Dixon YMCA\, 110 Galena Ave\, Dixon\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:CCAP Orientation Requirement,CCAP Training Requirements,CPR and First Aid,Health/Safety,Lee County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T183000
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SUMMARY:An Introduction to Contracts & 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 Providers\, focusing on those in leadership positions \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-policies-for-child-care-centers/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T083000
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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-34/
LOCATION:4-C Office\, McHenry Location\, 667 Ridgeview Dr\, McHenry\, IL\, 60050\, United States
CATEGORIES:CCAP Orientation Requirement,CCAP Training Requirements,CPR and First Aid,Health/Safety,McHenry County
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SUMMARY:An Introduction to the Environment Rating Scales
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. \nTrainer: Barb Christmas\, 4-C Quality Specialist \nAudience: All Providers involved in ExceleRate \n4 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Intermediate \nFee: \n$10 non-refundable and non-transferable fee required to register.
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/an-introduction-to-the-environment-rating-scales-2/
LOCATION:DeKalb First United Methodist Church\, 2400 N Annie Glidden Rd\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60015\, United States
CATEGORIES:DeKalb County,ExceleRate IL Training,Program Planning
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SUMMARY:**CANCELLED** Better Together Learning Collaborative-Nutrition
DESCRIPTION: Better Together Learning Collaboratives bring together Leadership Teams from various ECE programs to learn about healthy habits in ECE settings while sharing experiences with each other and implementing new strategies in their own programs. The Learning Collaborative framework includes Learning Sessions (noted on the table)\, followed by Action Periods where the Leadership Team uses the Go NAPSACC   5-step Improvement Process to assess current program practices\, educate fellow staff and lead staff through a process of change to increase healthy habits. \nRegistrants are a TEAM from the Center (administrator and 1 support staff) or the FCC owner and 1 support staff (if you have). Must be an administrator/ FCC Owner and designated support staff; individuals cannot register/attend. Contact Ann (annw@four-c.org) or Jen (Jennifers@four-c.org) to register or for questions. \nTrainer: Cheryl Joseph\, Professor\, Oakton Community College \nTechnical Assistance Provider: Jennifer Schwartz\, 4-C Training and Technical Assistance Coordinator \n10 Training Hours (and a competency); Level of Learning: Intermediate \nFree Training
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/better-together-learning-collaborative-nutrition/2025-05-17/
CATEGORIES:Health/Safety,McHenry County,Online Training/Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250520T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250520T200000
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SUMMARY:Connecting the Dots: Why Do I Respond the Way I Do? (FAMILY CHILD CARE PROVIDERS ONLY)
DESCRIPTION:In this training we will take a deeper look at how our caregiving style is connected to our teaching style and how it influences our ability to foster meaningful connections with children in our care. We also explore how this impacts our capacity in responding to daily challenges. We are all products of our environment – understanding this helps us to respond in meaningful ways. \nTrainer: Andrea Cossey\, 4-C Infant Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant \nAudience: Family Child Care 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/connecting-the-dots-why-do-i-respond-the-way-i-do-family-child-care-providers-only/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Family Child Care Providers,Online Training/Live Webinar,Social/Emotional
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250528T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250528T203000
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SUMMARY:Advocacy Strategies for Early Childhood Professionals
DESCRIPTION:Early childhood professional play a vital role in shaping systems that impact young children and their families. This training will equip participants with advocacy strategies that center family voice\, address systemic inequities\, and promote trauma-informed\, equity-centered care. Through real world examples and interactive dialogue\, attendees will explore how to engage families as true partners in shaping policies and practice-from the classroom to the community level. Whether you’re new to advocacy or looking to deepen your impact\, this session offers tools to help you champion changes that reflect the lived experiences and wisdom of the families you serve. \nTrainer: Anni Reinking\, Reinking Education Consultants \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/advocacy-strategies-for-early-childhood-professionals/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Training/Live Webinar,Staff Development/Training
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