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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:20230905T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230905T143000
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SUMMARY:Successful Classroom Transitions in the Early Childhood Setting
DESCRIPTION:There is no doubt that transitioning from one activity to another in early childhood classrooms can be challenging. Most  caregivers\, and teachers have experienced times when the children in their care have become upset when asked to switch between different activities. I will provide strategies and some ways to help minimize associated frustrations with a bit of planning and flexibility. \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/successful-classroom-transitions-in-the-early-childhood-setting-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Training/Live Webinar,Social/Emotional
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230905T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230905T143000
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CREATED:20230725T201304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230725T201304Z
UID:10000120-1693917000-1693924200@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:Successful Classroom Transitions in the Early Childhood Setting
DESCRIPTION:There is no doubt that transitioning from one activity to another in early childhood classrooms can be challenging. Most  caregivers\, and teachers have experienced times when the children in their care have become upset when asked to switch between different activities. I will provide strategies and some ways to help minimize associated frustrations with a bit of planning and flexibility. \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/successful-classroom-transitions-in-the-early-childhood-setting/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Curriculum Planning,Online Training/Live Webinar,Social/Emotional
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230828T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230828T200000
DTSTAMP:20260611T063608
CREATED:20230627T154415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T154415Z
UID:10000110-1693245600-1693252800@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:Who Grows Your Garden?: Empowering Healthy Workplace Culture
DESCRIPTION:In this course\, we will discuss workplace culture and how it is cultivated.  What is workplace culture anyway?  What kind of culture does my workplace have?  Can I have a workplace culture if it’s only me?  If I don’t like my workplace culture\, should I just up and leave?  These questions and more will be answered during this interactive\, virtual training. \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/who-grows-your-garden-empowering-healthy-workplace-culture/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Training/Live Webinar,Staff Development/Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230824T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230824T143000
DTSTAMP:20260611T063608
CREATED:20230627T153718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230710T185540Z
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SUMMARY:Biting 101 **Updated Time**
DESCRIPTION:Trying your best to understand the underlying cause of a toddler’s biting will help you develop an effective response. Children bite in order to cope with a challenge or fulfill a need. What does it mean? Understanding child development? How to response? \nTrainer: Marquita Myles\, 4-C Infant Toddler 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/biting-101/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Training/Live Webinar,Social/Emotional
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230803T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230803T143000
DTSTAMP:20260611T063608
CREATED:20230627T153438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T153539Z
UID:10000103-1691065800-1691073000@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:Social and Emotional Development
DESCRIPTION:Social-emotional learning (SEL) is the process of developing the self-awareness\, self-control\, and interpersonal skills that are vital for school\, work\, and life success. People with strong social-emotional skills are better able to cope with everyday challenges and benefit academically\, professionally\, and socially. How do we get there? What are the benefits? \nTrainer: Marquita Myles\, 4-C Infant Toddler 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/social-and-emotional-development/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Training/Live Webinar,Social/Emotional
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230706T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230706T140000
DTSTAMP:20260611T063608
CREATED:20230605T151711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230605T151711Z
UID:10000099-1688646600-1688652000@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:Cool\, Calm\, and Collected: Responding to Challenging Behaviors Instead of Reacting
DESCRIPTION:Challenging or concerning behavior is used to describe behavior that interferes with a person’s daily life.  The more you know about the person (parent and/or kids) with the challenging behavior\, the more likely you are to understand them.  This training covers a variety of topics\, including what may be triggering the problem behavior\, how to improve the parent-child relationship when it becomes strained\, what to do if kids are struggling with behavior in school and how to get professional help if you need it. \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/cool-calm-and-collected-responding-to-challenging-behaviors-instead-of-reacting/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Training/Live Webinar,Social/Emotional
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230613T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230613T200000
DTSTAMP:20260611T063608
CREATED:20230501T163208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230501T163208Z
UID:10000092-1686679200-1686686400@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:Domestic Violence\, Child Abuse\, and Sexual Assault
DESCRIPTION:This training explains the basics of domestic violence\, child abuse and sexual assault.  Participants will learn how domestic violence affects children and how to identify and report child abuse.  Participants will also learn about sexual assault and the rights of sexual assault survivors. \nTrainer: Nia Norris\, Safe Passage\, Director of Prevention and Communication \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/domestic-violence-child-abuse-and-sexual-assault/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:CCAP Training Requirements,Health/Safety,Online Training/Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230606T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230606T200000
DTSTAMP:20260611T063608
CREATED:20230501T163209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230501T163209Z
UID:10000093-1686074400-1686081600@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:No Is A Full Sentence:  Creating and Maintaining Healthy Professional Boundaries in Family Child Care
DESCRIPTION:Having a focus on professional boundaries can feel selfish at first\, but they can help define professional relationships between you and the families you serve.  We will focus on what professional boundaries entail\, how they can get blurred\, and how they are created and maintained over time.  We will also discuss boundary violations and the balance between being a teacher and a member of a shared community with your families. \nTrainer: Jennifer Schwartz\, 4-C Training and Technical Assistance Coordinator \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/no-is-a-full-sentence-creating-and-maintaining-healthy-professional-boundaries-in-family-child-care/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Family Relationships,Online Training/Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230601T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230601T140000
DTSTAMP:20260611T063608
CREATED:20230501T163209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230501T163209Z
UID:10000094-1685622600-1685628000@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:Reading for Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:Reading has a significant number of benefits that can support your mental health\, including reducing stress and improving sleep quality.  Why should we read?  Reading improves emotional intelligence.  A huge role in our mental health is played by our ability to cope with everything that is going on around us. \nTrainer: Marquita Myles\, 4-C Infant Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant \nAudience: All Providers \n1.5 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/reading-for-mental-health/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Training/Live Webinar,Staff Development/Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230524T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230524T213000
DTSTAMP:20260611T063608
CREATED:20230306T155840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230306T155840Z
UID:10000067-1684951200-1684963800@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:Program for Infant Toddler Care (PITC): Module 4 (Culture\, Families\, and Providers)
DESCRIPTION:This training focuses on culture and its implications for families and providers. Participants will learn how family experiences\, knowledge\, and childrearing beliefs and practices can be incorporated into early care and classroom settings. Cultural expectations and biases will be explored\, and participants will have an opportunity to increase their cultural awareness in terms of how their assumptions may affect their interaction with young children and families. Participants will demonstrate their understanding of how family structures\, diversity in social\, cultural\, linguistic\, or religious backgrounds influence family approaches to parenting in children birth to three\, each other\, and the community. Participants will gain and understanding of how relationships among caregivers\, infant/toddlers\, and families can impact other child-family\, child-practitioner\, and practitioner-family relationships.  This is a hybrid training and participants must complete the face to face session and online assessment to receive credit. \nTrainer: Stephanie Bentley\, Infant Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant (IEMHC) \nAudience: All Providers Caring for Infants\, Toddlers\, and Twos \nTraining Hours: 6 hours face-to-face\, 2 hours online assessment; Level of Learning: Intermediate \nFree Training
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/program-for-infant-toddler-care-pitc-module-4-culture-families-and-providers/2023-05-24/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Child Development,Infant/Toddler,Online Training/Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230522T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230522T200000
DTSTAMP:20260611T063608
CREATED:20230329T170843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T170843Z
UID:10000076-1684778400-1684785600@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:Trauma in Early Childhood: How Does It Affect Children In Your Care?
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn about how trauma affects the developing brain. The effect on the brain often reveals how and why a child may react\, or interact\, in a particular way after experiencing trauma.  Caregivers will be involved in a discussion about their knowledge of trauma and how to best support children in their program who may have endured a traumatic response.  Participants must attend both sessions to receive credit. \nTrainer: Andrea Cossey\, 4-C Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant \nAudience: All Providers \n4 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFee: \nNon 4-C Members: $10 \n4-C Members: Free
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/trauma-in-early-childhood-how-does-it-affect-children-in-your-care/2023-05-22/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Training/Live Webinar,Social/Emotional
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230517T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230517T213000
DTSTAMP:20260611T063608
CREATED:20230306T155840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230306T155840Z
UID:10000066-1684346400-1684359000@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:Program for Infant Toddler Care (PITC): Module 4 (Culture\, Families\, and Providers)
DESCRIPTION:This training focuses on culture and its implications for families and providers. Participants will learn how family experiences\, knowledge\, and childrearing beliefs and practices can be incorporated into early care and classroom settings. Cultural expectations and biases will be explored\, and participants will have an opportunity to increase their cultural awareness in terms of how their assumptions may affect their interaction with young children and families. Participants will demonstrate their understanding of how family structures\, diversity in social\, cultural\, linguistic\, or religious backgrounds influence family approaches to parenting in children birth to three\, each other\, and the community. Participants will gain and understanding of how relationships among caregivers\, infant/toddlers\, and families can impact other child-family\, child-practitioner\, and practitioner-family relationships.  This is a hybrid training and participants must complete the face to face session and online assessment to receive credit. \nTrainer: Stephanie Bentley\, Infant Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant (IEMHC) \nAudience: All Providers Caring for Infants\, Toddlers\, and Twos \nTraining Hours: 6 hours face-to-face\, 2 hours online assessment; Level of Learning: Intermediate \nFree Training
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/program-for-infant-toddler-care-pitc-module-4-culture-families-and-providers/2023-05-17/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Child Development,Infant/Toddler,Online Training/Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230515T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230515T200000
DTSTAMP:20260611T063608
CREATED:20230329T170843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T170843Z
UID:10000075-1684173600-1684180800@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:Trauma in Early Childhood: How Does It Affect Children In Your Care?
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn about how trauma affects the developing brain. The effect on the brain often reveals how and why a child may react\, or interact\, in a particular way after experiencing trauma.  Caregivers will be involved in a discussion about their knowledge of trauma and how to best support children in their program who may have endured a traumatic response.  Participants must attend both sessions to receive credit. \nTrainer: Andrea Cossey\, 4-C Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant \nAudience: All Providers \n4 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFee: \nNon 4-C Members: $10 \n4-C Members: Free
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/trauma-in-early-childhood-how-does-it-affect-children-in-your-care/2023-05-15/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Training/Live Webinar,Social/Emotional
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230504T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230504T190000
DTSTAMP:20260611T063608
CREATED:20230329T170311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T170359Z
UID:10000073-1683223200-1683226800@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:Taking Care of You
DESCRIPTION:We are in a moment of time in our profession\, where it can leave us emotionally\, physically\, and mentally bankrupt.  To counter the pressure\, stress\, and chaos around us\, we need to practice healthy\, practical habits and routines of wellness and self-care.  We also need to ruse up to the expectations of taking care of our students and our colleagues\, amidst the challenges of this school season.  Everyone knows how important it is to identify their emotions and learn how to express them appropriately.  During our time together\, we will discuss and teach effective coping strategies. \nTrainer: Marquita Myels\, 4-C Infant/Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant \nAudience: All Providers \n1 Training Hour; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFee: \nNon 4-C Members: $10 \n4-C Members: Free
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/taking-care-of-you/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Training/Live Webinar,Social/Emotional
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.four-c.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/slide_01.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230426T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230426T213000
DTSTAMP:20260611T063608
CREATED:20230207T233919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T015022Z
UID:10000057-1682532000-1682544600@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:Program for Infant Toddler Care (PITC): Module 3--Learning and Development
DESCRIPTION:This session explores brain development\, early learning and language development\, and appropriate curriculum planning for infants and toddlers. PITC’s view of infants as active\, self-motivated learners is explained and the role of caregiver in supporting infants’ desire for exploration is considered. The perspective that is presented can be summed up in the following way: “All children are born wired for feelings and ready to learn” when provided nurturing relationships and a peaceful but engaging environment that supports all learners\, including infants with special needs. Engaging discussion and activities support participant’s learning.  All sessions and online assessment must be completed for credit. \nTrainer: Stephanie Bentley\, Infant/Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant \nAudience: All Providers \nFree Training
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/program-for-infant-toddler-care-pitc-module-3-learning-and-development/2023-04-26/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Infant/Toddler,Online Training/Live Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.four-c.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/stock-baby-drinking-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230419T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230419T213000
DTSTAMP:20260611T063608
CREATED:20230207T233919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T015022Z
UID:10000056-1681927200-1681939800@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:Program for Infant Toddler Care (PITC): Module 3--Learning and Development
DESCRIPTION:This session explores brain development\, early learning and language development\, and appropriate curriculum planning for infants and toddlers. PITC’s view of infants as active\, self-motivated learners is explained and the role of caregiver in supporting infants’ desire for exploration is considered. The perspective that is presented can be summed up in the following way: “All children are born wired for feelings and ready to learn” when provided nurturing relationships and a peaceful but engaging environment that supports all learners\, including infants with special needs. Engaging discussion and activities support participant’s learning.  All sessions and online assessment must be completed for credit. \nTrainer: Stephanie Bentley\, Infant/Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant \nAudience: All Providers \nFree Training
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/program-for-infant-toddler-care-pitc-module-3-learning-and-development/2023-04-19/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Infant/Toddler,Online Training/Live Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.four-c.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/stock-baby-drinking-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230418T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230418T210000
DTSTAMP:20260611T063608
CREATED:20230306T155018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230306T155018Z
UID:10000064-1681840800-1681851600@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:Emergency Preparedness for Child Care Programs
DESCRIPTION:Children and families count on child care providers to be prepared when disasters strike.  This two-part training series will describe recognized child care emergency preparedness standards and discuss how to incorporate them into an emergency plan.  We will identify and discuss emergencies that may affect your program/home.  Ways to support the emotional needs of children and caregivers will be discussed as well as resources available to support child care emergency preparedness.  This training is a two part series with each training being 3 hours long.  You must attend all six hours in order to receive credit. \nTrainer: Maggie Fern\, 4-C Recruitment\, Retention\, Referral\, and Outreach Specialist \nAudience: All Providers \n6 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFee: \nNon 4-C Members: $10 \n4-C Members: Free
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/emergency-preparedness-for-child-care-programs/2023-04-18/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Health/Safety,Online Training/Live Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230413T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230413T193000
DTSTAMP:20260611T063608
CREATED:20230322T154936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230322T154942Z
UID:10000069-1681408800-1681414200@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:Ants In Their Pants
DESCRIPTION:We will define an extra busy child.  Discuss and discover our own learning styles.  We will identify strategies and activities to help with transitions. We will demonstrate the use of busy bags\, boxes and/or folders.  We will discuss the “just right” environment for extra busy children.  We will answer five important questions that help us respond effectively to a child’s behavior. \nTrainer: Marquita Myels\, 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/ants-in-their-pants/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Training/Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230411T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230411T210000
DTSTAMP:20260611T063608
CREATED:20230306T155018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230306T155018Z
UID:10000063-1681236000-1681246800@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:Emergency Preparedness for Child Care Programs
DESCRIPTION:Children and families count on child care providers to be prepared when disasters strike.  This two-part training series will describe recognized child care emergency preparedness standards and discuss how to incorporate them into an emergency plan.  We will identify and discuss emergencies that may affect your program/home.  Ways to support the emotional needs of children and caregivers will be discussed as well as resources available to support child care emergency preparedness.  This training is a two part series with each training being 3 hours long.  You must attend all six hours in order to receive credit. \nTrainer: Maggie Fern\, 4-C Recruitment\, Retention\, Referral\, and Outreach Specialist \nAudience: All Providers \n6 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFee: \nNon 4-C Members: $10 \n4-C Members: Free
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/emergency-preparedness-for-child-care-programs/2023-04-11/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Health/Safety,Online Training/Live Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230405T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230405T200000
DTSTAMP:20260611T063608
CREATED:20230306T150810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230403T135151Z
UID:10000058-1680717600-1680724800@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:**FULL: Registration Closed**  Emotional Intelligence: Why is it so important?
DESCRIPTION:This training will explore Emotional Intelligence-the ability to perceive\, interpret\, demonstrate\, control\, evaluate\, and use emotions to 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 Learning in the 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/emotional-intelligence-why-is-it-so-important/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Training/Live Webinar,Social/Emotional
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230329T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230329T193000
DTSTAMP:20260611T063608
CREATED:20230207T233536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230207T233536Z
UID:10000055-1680112800-1680118200@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:An Early Childhood Professional's Guide to Supporting Children with Autism
DESCRIPTION:This professional development opportunity aims to increase practical knowledge about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Additionally\, the presentation will prepare early child care professionals with resources and supports to utilize working with children with autism. \nTrainer: Anna Cannone\, Clinical Assistant Professor\, Graduate SLP at Northern Illinois University \nAudience: All Providers \nFee: \nNon 4-C Members: $10 \n4-C Members: Free
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/an-early-childhood-professionals-guide-to-supporting-children-with-autism/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Training/Live Webinar,Social/Emotional
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230328T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230328T133000
DTSTAMP:20260611T063608
CREATED:20230314T165222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T165222Z
UID:10000068-1680006600-1680010200@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:Aggressive Behaviors
DESCRIPTION:All behaviors have meaning\, including those that are challenging or aggressive. In this training\, we will discuss the reasons for aggressive behaviors in children\, reflect on how these behaviors affect us\, and strategies to prevent and address aggressive behaviors in the classroom. \nTrainers: Cris Hawk\, Caregiver Connections IEMHC & Marquita Myles\, 4-C Infant Early Mental Health Consultant \nAudience: All Providers \n1 Training Hour; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFee: \nNon 4-C Members: $10 \n4-C Members: Free
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/aggressive-behaviors/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Training/Live Webinar,Social/Emotional
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230316T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230316T200000
DTSTAMP:20260611T063608
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230313T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230313T200000
DTSTAMP:20260611T063608
CREATED:20230207T223553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230207T223553Z
UID:10000049-1678730400-1678737600@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:Domestic Violence\, Child Abuse\, and Sexual Assault: Assistance Through Knowledge
DESCRIPTION:This training explains the basics of how domestic violence affects children and how to identify and report child abuse.  Participants will also learn about sexual assault and the rights of sexual assault survivors. \nTrainer: Nia Norris\, Director of Prevention and Communication\, Safe Passage \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/domestic-violence-child-abuse-and-sexual-assault-assistance-through-knowledge/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:CCAP Training Requirements,Health/Safety,Online Training/Live Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230311T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230311T143000
DTSTAMP:20260611T063608
CREATED:20221219T202756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221219T202923Z
UID:10000039-1678521600-1678545000@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:Strengthening Business Practice for Family Child Care
DESCRIPTION:This training addresses basic concepts in fiscal and operational management of family child care providers. The purpose is to strengthen the family child care provider’s foundational knowledge of fiscal terms\, concepts and practices. 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. This is a 12 hour training that will be broken up into 2 training sessions\, 6 hours each with a 30 minute lunch break. All meetings MUST be attended to receive any credit. The training is geared to Family Child Care Providers ONLY. \nRegistration for this training will be closed on January 19th.   \nTrainer: Nicole Davis\, 4-C Recruitment\, Retention\, and Outreach Specialist \nAudience: Family Child Care Providers \nLevel of Learning: Intermediate; 12 Training Hours \nFee:  \n4-C Members: Free \nNon 4-C Members: $10
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/strengthening-business-practice-for-family-child-care/2023-03-11/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Family Child Care Providers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230223T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230223T183000
DTSTAMP:20260611T063608
CREATED:20230111T174254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230111T174254Z
UID:10000043-1677177000-1677177000@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:The Wheels on the Bus Go Round and Round-The School Age Children Are Here
DESCRIPTION:Does your program provide care for children before and after school\, during school breaks\, and over the summer?  There are many benefits and challenges of caring for school age children but have no fear. It is possible to operate a successful program.  School age children have different needs than our younger children and having a plan is essential to keeping your days successful. Let’s look at the unique challenges you have and create some strategies for supporting the school age children. \nTrainer: Jodi York\, Instructor\, AB Technical College \nAudience: All Providers Caring For School Age Children and Youth \n1.5 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Intermediate \nFee: \nNon 4-C Members: $10 \n4-C Members: Free \n 
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/the-wheels-on-the-bus-go-round-and-round-the-school-age-children-are-here/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Training/Live Webinar,School Age Children & Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230211T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230211T143000
DTSTAMP:20260611T063608
CREATED:20221219T202756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221219T202923Z
UID:10000038-1676102400-1676125800@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:Strengthening Business Practice for Family Child Care
DESCRIPTION:This training addresses basic concepts in fiscal and operational management of family child care providers. The purpose is to strengthen the family child care provider’s foundational knowledge of fiscal terms\, concepts and practices. 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. This is a 12 hour training that will be broken up into 2 training sessions\, 6 hours each with a 30 minute lunch break. All meetings MUST be attended to receive any credit. The training is geared to Family Child Care Providers ONLY. \nRegistration for this training will be closed on January 19th.   \nTrainer: Nicole Davis\, 4-C Recruitment\, Retention\, and Outreach Specialist \nAudience: Family Child Care Providers \nLevel of Learning: Intermediate; 12 Training Hours \nFee:  \n4-C Members: Free \nNon 4-C Members: $10
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/strengthening-business-practice-for-family-child-care/2023-02-11/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Family Child Care Providers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T200000
DTSTAMP:20260611T063608
CREATED:20230111T173348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230111T173348Z
UID:10000042-1675879200-1675886400@www.four-c.org
SUMMARY:Addressing Challenging Behaviors with School Age Children
DESCRIPTION:This training will talk about why children exhibit challenging behaviors and how to address those behaviors when they occur. \nTrainer: Anni Reinking\, Consultant \nAudience: All Providers Caring for School Age Children and Youth \n2 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory \nFee: \nNon 4-C Members: $10 \n4-C Members: Free
URL:https://www.four-c.org/event/addressing-challenging-behaviors-with-school-age-children/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Training/Live Webinar,School Age Children & Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230126T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230126T203000
DTSTAMP:20260611T063608
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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