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Art for All Seasons
Date:
8/21/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Reno
Time:
6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Trainer Name:
Karen Mack
Location:
University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Location Address:
5305 Mill Street, Reno, Washoe
Phone
: (775) 784-4848
No Charge
Registration Info:
Registration deadline is day of workshop.
Core Knowledge Area:
Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary:
This training will focus on seasonal art activities not tied to traditional holidays, and the importance of the process of doing art. We will learn the stages of creativity and how to encourage and develop creativity. This training is hands-on.
Director's Series: What's the Scoop? The Nuts & Bolts of Quality Newsletters
Date:
8/21/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Trainer Name:
Ronald Barakat
Location:
Child Care and Development Program
Location Address:
2500 W. Washington Avenue, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Shirley Stewart
Phone
: (702) 387-5437
No Charge
Registration Info:
Registration begins June 24, 2008.
Core Knowledge Area:
Management & Administration
Training Summary:
What is a newsletter? What goes into a newsletter? Why should I write a newsletter? Join the fun and gain answers to these questions, including steps, tips and the how to’s of writing newsletters.
Ages and Stages II
Date:
8/21/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
1:00 PM-3:00 PM
Trainer Name:
Raquel De Forest
Location:
UNLV Child Care and Development Program
Location Address:
2500 W. Washington Avenue, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Child Care and Development Program
Phone
: (702) 387-0985
No Charge
Registration Info:
Registration deadline is day of class.
Core Knowledge Area:
Human Growth and Development
Training Summary:
In Ages & Stages II, the development of children 5-8 years old will be discussed. All areas of development will be covered: gross and fine motor, social & emotional, language, etc. The students will be provided with a packet of resources to use in their classrooms.
Signs and Symptoms of Illness
Date:
8/21/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Trainer Name:
Therese Connolly
Location:
Child Care and Development Program
Location Address:
2500 W. Washington Ave, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Shirley Stewart
Phone
: (702) 387-5437
Cost
: $5.00
Registration Info:
Registration deadline is 2 days prior to date of event.
Core Knowledge Area:
Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary:
Recognizing signs and symptoms of illness, transmission of disease, illness assessment, specific diseases (TB, HIV, Hepatitis, GI disease). Protocol for exclusion, medication, policy, readmission criteria, immunization, hand washing, diaper changing.
Recognizing and Referring Children with Special Needs (In Spanish)
Date:
8/22/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Trainer Name:
Nila Olaluwoye
Location:
Child Care and Development Program
Location Address:
2500 W. Washington Avenue, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Shirley Stewart
Phone
: (702) 387-5437
No Charge
Registration Info:
Registration deadline 48 hours prior to training.
Core Knowledge Area:
Human Growth and Development
Training Summary:
To guide professional practitioners in the filed of ECE in identifying possible developmental delays. Topics covered include child/family support through resources and referrals, the teacher and family/guardian relationship.
Signs and Symptoms of Illness
Date:
8/22/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
1:00 PM-3:00 PM
Trainer Name:
Leila Porter
Location:
Child Care and Development Program
Location Address:
2500 W. Washington Ave, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Shirley Stewart
Phone
: (702) 387-5437
Cost
: $5.00
Registration Info:
Registration deadline is 2 days prior to date of event.
Core Knowledge Area:
Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary:
Transmission of disease. Illness assessment, specific diseases (TB, HIV, Hepatitis, GI disease). Protocol for exclusion, medication, policy, readmission criteria, immunization, hand washing, diaper changing.
What is the Family Literacy?
Sponsor:
Little People's Head Start
Date:
8/22/2008
Hours:
3
City:
Ely
Time:
9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Trainer(s):
Jose Paz
Location:
Bristlecone Convention Center
Location Address:
150 6th St., Ely, White Pine
Contact Info:
Stacey Perkins
Phone
: (775) 289-6113
No Charge
Core Knowledge Area:
Family & Community Relationships
Training Summary:
The Head Start Act defines the four components of family literacy and discusses the need for Head Start programs to consider how to provide family literacy services so that they are of sufficient duration and intensity to support substantive change.
Language is Key: Follow the Car
Sponsor:
Little People's Head Start
Date:
8/22/2008
Hours:
3
City:
Ely
Time:
1:00 PM-4:00 PM
Trainer(s):
Jose Paz
Location:
Bristlecone Convention Center
Location Address:
150 6th St., Ely, White Pine
Contact Info:
Stacey Perkins
Phone
: (775) 289-6113
No Charge
Core Knowledge Area:
Family & Community Relationships
Training Summary:
This session provides the opportunity for staff to hone their existing skills and to become more proficient in using key strategies in all their interactions with children aged birth to 5 years. The interactive session also provides participants the opportunity to become even better able to explain to families and others how and why specific interventions support children’s language development.
Parent Relations
Date:
8/23/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
2:30 PM-4:30 PM
Trainer Name:
Rita Abramson
Location:
Seton Academy West
Location Address:
3801 N. Campbell, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Rita Abramson
Phone
: (702) 233-2069
Cost
: $10.00
Pre-registration required by 8/14/2008.
Core Knowledge Area:
Family & Community Relationships
Training Summary:
This training session will focus on working with parents and families on a positive level and various discipline practices in the classroom. Classroom interaction, parental requests, and all facets of discipline will be covered.
Potporri of Art
Date:
8/23/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
12:30 PM-2:30 PM
Trainer Name:
Rita Abramson
Location:
Seton Academy West
Location Address:
3801 N. Campbell, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Rita Abramson
Phone
: (702) 233-2069
Cost
: $10.00
Pre-registration required by 8/14/2008.
Core Knowledge Area:
Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary:
Carleen Windolph, teacher at Seton Academy, along with Rita Abramson will teach a class on all different forms of preschool art. Participants will break into groups and have the ability to create something special for their classrooms before school begins. Participants will be using a variety of art mediums.
CPR and First Aid
Sponsor:
CPR Connections
Date:
8/23/2008
Hours:
3
City:
Henderson
Time:
9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Location:
Lamb of God School
Location Address:
6220 N. Jones, Henderson, Clark
Phone
: (702) 269-1770
Cost
: $30.00
Registration Info:
Payment in form of cash or money order.
Core Knowledge Area:
Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary:
Training book, lecture, video, demonstrate. Do hands on practice and manikin practice. First aid, including bleeding, impaled object, amputation, poisoning, shock, diabetic emergencies, burns, bites and stings, eye injuries, cold, heat, seizures, stroke
Positive Behavioral Interventions
Sponsor:
Nevada P.E.P.
Date:
8/23/2008
Hours:
3
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Location:
Nevada PEP
Location Address:
2355 Red Rock Street, Suite 106, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Robin Kincaid
Phone
: (702) 388-8899
No Charge
Registration Info:
Trainer: Flo LaRoy. www. nvpep.org
Core Knowledge Area:
Positive Interactions and Guidance
Training Summary:
This workshop will introduce Participants to “A New Way of Thinking” by focusing on the “Why’s” of behavior. It will provide an overview of the concepts of functional assessment and positive interventions. A person centered plan will serve as a foundation for developing long term supports for an individual with challenging behavior.
Signs and Symptoms of Illness
Date:
8/25/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Trainer Name:
Therese Connolly
Location:
Child Care and Development Program
Location Address:
2500 W. Washington Ave, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Shirley Stewart
Phone
: (702) 387-5437
Cost
: $5.00
Registration Info:
Registration deadline is 2 days prior to date of event.
Core Knowledge Area:
Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary:
Recognizing signs and symptoms of illness, transmission of disease, illness assessment, specific diseases (TB, HIV, Hepatitis, GI disease). Protocol for exclusion, medication, policy, readmission criteria, immunization, hand washing, diaper changing.
Biting
Date:
8/25/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
1:00 PM-3:00 PM
Trainer Name:
Laura Nearhood
Location:
CCDP
Location Address:
2500 W. Washington, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Shirley Stewart
Phone
: (702) 387-5437
No Charge
Registration Info:
Registration deadline is two days prior to date of event.
Core Knowledge Area:
Positive Interactions and Guidance
Training Summary:
Reasons children commonly bite will be discussed. Strategies will be presented for preventing and addressing biting incidents.
Music & Movement
Date:
8/25/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Trainer Name:
Sandra Wilson
Location:
UNLV Child Care and Development Program
Location Address:
2500 W. Washington, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Shirley Stewart
Phone
: (702) 387-5437
No Charge
Core Knowledge Area:
Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary:
Participants will understand the importance of music and movement and how it supports developing skills. Participants will sing and listen to a variety of music and discuss how they can use it in their environments. We will also discuss homemade instruments.
Making Math Count - Turning Your Classroom into a Math Playground
Date:
8/26/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Sparks
Time:
6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Trainer Name:
Cynthia Martinez
Location:
Scribbles and Giggles
Location Address:
Contact trainer for location., Sparks, Washoe
Contact Info:
Cynthia Martinez
Phone
: (775) 762-8005
Email:
ScribblesandGigglesWorkshops@gmail.com
Cost
: $15.00
Registration Info:
Pre-registration is required by 2:00 pm the day of the workshop.
Core Knowledge Area:
Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary:
Approaching math from a playful and child-centered point of view. Teaching children to use their senses and bodies to explore ideas. Children will discover how math feels, tastes, and looks and then will be able to record and talk about the concepts and what they learned. Learn how to incorporate math in most areas of your curriculum.
Toys 101: What's Appropriate
Date:
8/26/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
3:00 PM-5:00 PM
Trainer Name:
Sarah Heryla
Location:
Child Care and Development Program
Location Address:
2500 W. Washington Ave., Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Shirley Stewart
Phone
: (702) 387-5437
No Charge
Core Knowledge Area:
Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary:
Participants will gain background knowledge on the origin of toys and their history. Students will learn important factors to consider when selecting toys for children with regards to safety, appeal, age appropriateness and how they support physical, emotional and social development. Participants will complete a group activity and collaborate in class discussion. Packets will include resources such as recipes, ideas and additional information.
Understanding Children's Temperament
Date:
8/26/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
7:00 PM-9:00 PM
Trainer Name:
Sandra Wilson
Location:
UNLV Child Care and Development Program
Location Address:
2500 W. Washington Avenue, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Shirley Stewart
Phone
: (702) 387-5437
No Charge
Core Knowledge Area:
Human Growth and Development
Training Summary:
Participants will learn about the different temperament types of children and techniques to assist caregivers in helping all children have optimal care experiences.
Art for All Seasons
Date:
8/26/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Reno
Time:
6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Trainer Name:
Karen Mack
Location:
University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Location Address:
5305 Mill Street, Reno, Washoe
Phone
: (775) 784-4848
No Charge
Registration Info:
Registration deadline is day of workshop.
Core Knowledge Area:
Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary:
This training will focus on seasonal art activities not tied to traditional holidays, and the importance of the process of doing art. We will learn the stages of creativity and how to encourage and develop creativity. This training is hands-on.
Get those Neurons Firing!
Sponsor:
Northern Nevada Child Care Association
Date:
8/26/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Sparks
Time:
6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Trainer(s):
Chera Wolfe
Location:
Imagination Station
Location Address:
1410 Iratcabal Drive, Sparks, Washoe
Contact Info:
Chera Wolfe
Phone
: (775) 425-3550
Cost
: $25.00
Pre-registration required by 8/12/2008.
Registration Info:
No cost to NNCCA members. $5 late fee if registering after pre-registration date.
Core Knowledge Area:
Human Growth and Development
Training Summary:
Brain development from birth to 3 is significant. You will learn about the importance of music and crossing the mid-line when you are in active play. When an infant begins to see colors and why rest time is crucial to organize the brain. Plus much more!
Kids Deserve A Safe Place to Grow: Reporting and Recognizing Child Abuse and Neglect
Date:
8/27/2008
Hours:
3
City:
Reno
Time:
6:30 PM-9:30 PM
Trainer Name:
Karen Mack
Location:
University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Location Address:
5305 Mill Street, Reno, Washoe
Phone
: (775) 784-4848
No Charge
Registration Info:
Registration deadline is day of workshop.
Core Knowledge Area:
Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary:
Participants will work in small group and large group activities and discussions as well as practice making a report of a suspected maltreatment. We will review polices considering safety for adults and children. We will learn the signs and symptoms of child maltreatment and how to respond to a disclosure.
Kids Deserve a Safe Place to Grow: Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect
Sponsor:
University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Date:
8/27/2008
Hours:
2.5
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
6:00 PM-8:30 PM
Trainer(s):
Terri Brownell
Location:
Cooperative Extension Lifelong Learning
Location Address:
8050 S. Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Terri Brownell
Phone
: (702) 222-3130
No Charge
Registration Info:
Participants must register by FAX, mail or e-mail. We do not accept phone registration. To register for free classes FAX registration request to: (702) 222-3100 -or- e-mail to request to: childcare@unce.unr.edu -or- mail to: Child Care Training, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension, 8050 S. Maryland Pkwy #100, Las Vegas NV 89123-0855. You will only be contacted if the class is full. Please no children.
Core Knowledge Area:
Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary:
This workshop will teach child care providers the definitions and indicators of child abuse and neglect. Topics include: how to recognize and report abuse, how to respond to a disclosure, what happens when you report, child care program policies that help keep children safe and dealing with stress.
Signs and Symptoms of Illness
Sponsor:
UNLV Preschool
Date:
8/27/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
4:00 PM-6:00 PM
Location:
UNLV/CSUN Preschool
Location Address:
4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Judy Filler
Phone
: (702) 895-3779
Cost
: $10.00
Registration Info:
Trainer: Estelle Schulz, Clark County School District, School Nurse
Core Knowledge Area:
Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary:
Content will focus on teaching students how to identify illnesses in the preschool setting.
Communication with Young Children
Date:
8/28/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Trainer Name:
Sandra Wilson
Location:
UNLV Child Care and Development Program
Location Address:
2500 W. Washington Avenue, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Shirley Stewart
Phone
: (702) 387-5437
No Charge
Core Knowledge Area:
Human Growth and Development
Training Summary:
Participants will gain an understanding of how language and literacy develop and learn ways to promote these important skills.
Artful Touch of a Child
Date:
8/28/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Trainer Name:
Raquel De Forest
Location:
UNLV Child Care and Development Program
Location Address:
2500 W. Washington Avenue, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Child Care and Development Program
Phone
: (702) 387-0985
No Charge
Registration Info:
Registration deadline is day of class.
Core Knowledge Area:
Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary:
In this training we will discuss the importance of teaching art to young children, children expressing themselves through art and different ways for children to express themselves creatively. A couple in-class activities included.
Shaken Baby Syndrome
Date:
8/28/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Trainer Name:
Therese Connolly
Location:
Child Care and Development Program
Location Address:
2500 W. Washington Avenue, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Shirley Stewart
Phone
: (702) 387-5437
No Charge
Registration Info:
Deadline is two days prior to date of training.
Core Knowledge Area:
Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary:
Shaken baby syndrome cause and effect, irreversible and life long disabilities, coping strategies, knowledge for families and professionals and current research.
Art for All Seasons
Date:
8/28/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Carson City
Time:
6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Trainer Name:
Karen Mack
Location:
University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Location Address:
2621 Northgate Lane Suite 15, Carson City, Carson City
Phone
: (775) 887-2252
No Charge
Registration Info:
Registration deadline is day of workshop.
Core Knowledge Area:
Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary:
This training will focus on seasonal art activities not tied to traditional holidays, and the importance of the process of doing art. We will learn the stages of creativity and how to encourage and develop creativity. This training is hands-on.
CPR and First Aid
Sponsor:
CPR Connections
Date:
8/29/2008
Hours:
3
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
10:00 AM-1:00 PM
Location:
Child Care and Development Program
Location Address:
2500 W. Washington Ave, Las Vegas, Clark
Phone
: (702) 668-4837
Cost
: $20.00
Core Knowledge Area:
Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary:
Training book, lecture, video, demonstrate. Do hands on practice and manikin practice. First aid, including bleeding, impaled object, amputation, poisoning, shock, diabetic emergencies, burns, bites and stings, eye injuries, cold, heat, seizures, stroke
Infant/Child/Adult CPR and Basic Life Support
Date:
8/30/2008
Hours:
2.5
City:
Sparks
Time:
9:00 AM-11:30 AM
Trainer Name:
Sheri Blackwell
Location:
Imagination Station
Location Address:
1410 Iratcabal Drive, Sparks, Washoe
Contact Info:
Sherri Blackwell
Phone
: (775) 691-9952
Cost
: $30.00
Registration Info:
Discount given if taken with First Aid.
Core Knowledge Area:
Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary:
Want a fun alternative to learning CPR? Then this is the right class for you! During this training you will learn Lay Rescuer CPR for Adult, Child & Infants, along with proper techniques to deal with choking and keeping yourself safe while helping others. You will have plenty of hands on experience while being in a fun & low pressure environment.
Basic First Aid
Date:
8/30/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Sparks
Time:
11:30 AM-1:00 PM
Trainer Name:
Sheri Blackwell
Location:
Imagination Station
Location Address:
1410 Iratcabal Drive, Sparks, Washoe
Contact Info:
Sherri Blackwell
Phone
: (775) 691-9952
Cost
: $30.00
Registration Info:
Discount given if taken with CRP.
Core Knowledge Area:
Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary:
This training will provide the Lay Rescuer with the knowledge to recognize the different signs and symptoms of illnesses, emergency situations, and the basic skills required to assist the patient or victim in crisis. We will also go over some everyday injuries and how to protect yourself, the people around you, as well as the patient
CPR and First Aid
Sponsor:
CPR Connections
Date:
8/30/2008
Hours:
3
City:
Henderson
Time:
1:00 PM-4:00 PM
Location:
Valley View Recreation Center
Location Address:
500 Harris Street, Henderson, Clark
Phone
: (702) 269-1770
Cost
: $30.00
Core Knowledge Area:
Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary:
Training book, lecture, video, demonstrate. Do hands on practice and manikin practice. First aid, including bleeding, impaled object, amputation, poisoning, shock, diabetic emergencies, burns, bites and stings, eye injuries, cold, heat, seizures, stroke
Ages and Stages
Date:
8/31/2008
Hours:
3
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
10:00 AM-1:00 PM
Trainer Name:
Gaye Trombetti
Location:
Tinker Town Learn and Play
Location Address:
4339 E. Bonanza Road, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Gaye Trombetti
Phone
: (702) 457-5222
Cost
: $5.00
Core Knowledge Area:
Human Growth and Development
Training Summary:
This training will explore the development of children ages 6 weeks to 24 months. Participants will learn how to promote a stimulating environment, developmental activities, emotional and social development stages and how young children learn.
Kids Will Be Kids: Ages, Stages and Discipline
Date:
9/2/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Reno
Time:
6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Trainer Name:
Karen Mack
Location:
University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Location Address:
5305 Mill Street, Reno, Washoe
Phone
: (775) 784-4848
No Charge
Registration Info:
Registration deadline is the day of the workshop.
Core Knowledge Area:
Positive Interactions and Guidance
Training Summary:
This workshop is planned to demonstrate how knowledge of development can help you anticipate problem behaviors that are normal and occur in every early childhood setting. We will talk about ages and stages, and general guidance techniques to use with young children.
Signs and Symptoms of Illness
Date:
9/2/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Trainer Name:
Therese Connolly
Location:
Child Care and Development Program
Location Address:
2500 W. Washington Ave, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Shirley Stewart
Phone
: (702) 387-5437
Cost
: $5.00
Registration Info:
Registration deadline is 2 days prior to date of event.
Core Knowledge Area:
Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary:
Recognizing signs and symptoms of illness, transmission of disease, illness assessment, specific diseases (TB, HIV, Hepatitis, GI disease). Protocol for exclusion, medication, policy, readmission criteria, immunization, hand washing, diaper changing.
Sign with Your Babies
Date:
9/2/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
7:00 PM-9:00 PM
Trainer Name:
Sandra Wilson
Location:
UNLV Child Care and Development Program
Location Address:
2500 W. Washington Avenue, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Shirley Stewart
Phone
: (702) 387-5437
No Charge
Core Knowledge Area:
Positive Interactions and Guidance
Training Summary:
Participants will learn basic sign language to assist with communication to non-verbal children.
Infant Relationships
Sponsor:
The Children's Cabinet
Date:
9/2/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Reno
Time:
6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Trainer(s):
Lisa Barrere , Lisa Barrere
Location:
The Children's Cabinet
Location Address:
1090 S. Rock Boulevard, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info:
Jenny Spencer
Phone
: (775) 856-6200
Cost
: $7.00
Pre-registration required by 8/26/2008.
Registration Info:
To register for this class please complete a registration form (Go the “Events section of the website, click on “Early Childhood Education Training”):
www.childrenscabinet.org
and submit with payment to The Children's Cabinet office. Sorry, no phone-in registration.
Core Knowledge Area:
Positive Interactions and Guidance
Training Summary:
Discussion of infant mental health, ways to bond with infants, proper infant practices and social service regulations for infants.
Shaken Baby Syndrome
Date:
9/3/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Trainer Name:
Therese Connolly
Location:
Child Care and Development Program
Location Address:
2500 W. Washington Avenue, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Shirley Stewart
Phone
: (702) 387-5437
No Charge
Registration Info:
Deadline is two days prior to date of training.
Core Knowledge Area:
Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary:
Shaken baby syndrome cause and effect, irreversible and life long disabilities, coping strategies, knowledge for families and professionals and current research.
Recognizing Child Abuse and Neglect Part 1
Date:
9/3/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Trainer Name:
Leila Porter
Location:
Child Care and Development Program
Location Address:
2500 W. Washington Avenue, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Shirley Stewart
Phone
: (702) 387-5437
No Charge
Registration Info:
Registration deadline is 2 days prior to date of event.
Core Knowledge Area:
Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary:
Introduction – overview of class, news clip (Is it abuse or discipline?), recognizing types of abuse – sexual, emotional, physical and neglect, shaken baby syndrome, verbal abuse. Worksheet, Prevention - Protecting children and myself as a mandated reporter. Questions and answers, post test.
Substance Abuse and the Young Child
Date:
9/3/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Trainer Name:
Laura Nearhood
Location:
Child Care and Development Program
Location Address:
2500 W. Washington, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Shirley Stewart
Phone
: (702) 387-5437
No Charge
Core Knowledge Area:
Human Growth and Development
Training Summary:
The effects of prenatal and postnatal substance abuse will be discussed. Common developmental and behavioral concerns will be presented.
Sensational Science Activities for Young Children
Date:
9/3/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Sparks
Time:
6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Trainer Name:
Cynthia Martinez
Location:
Scribbles and Giggles
Location Address:
Contact trainer for location., Sparks, Washoe
Contact Info:
Cynthia Martinez
Phone
: (775) 762-8005
Email:
ScribblesandGigglesWorkshops@gmail.com
Cost
: $15.00
Registration Info:
Pre-registration is required by 2:00 pm the day of the workshop.
Core Knowledge Area:
Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary:
A fun hands on night of exciting science activities to share with young children. Caregivers will learn new ideas to introduce science into a child’s life and how it can enhance other learning concepts.
Is Your Child a Target of Bullying Behavior
Sponsor:
Nevada P.E.P.
Date:
9/3/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Location:
Nevada PEP
Location Address:
2355 Red Rock Street, Suite 106, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Robin Kincaid
Phone
: (702) 388-8899
No Charge
Registration Info:
www.nvpep.org
Core Knowledge Area:
Family & Community Relationships
Training Summary:
Bullying is a serious issue that affects nearly every school in our nation. It is a behavior that knows no boundaries of class, race, gender, size of school or age. Bullies tend to target children who are considered “different”. It may be their appearance, they way they communicate, or the manner in which they behavior. Don’t miss this evening full of strategies to help families cope with and prevent bullying.
Is Your Child a Target of Bullying Behavior
Sponsor:
Nevada P.E.P.
Date:
9/3/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Location:
Nevada PEP
Location Address:
2355 Red Rock Street, Suite 106, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Robin Kincaid
Phone
: (702) 388-8899
No Charge
Registration Info:
Trainer: Robin Kincaid. www.nvpep.org
Core Knowledge Area:
Family & Community Relationships
Training Summary:
Bullying is a serious issue that affects nearly every school in our nation. It is a behavior that knows no boundaries of class, race, gender, size of school or age. Bullies tend to target children who are considered “different”. It may be their appearance, they way they communicate, or the manner in which they behavior. Don’t miss this evening full of strategies to help families cope with and prevent bullying.
Infant/Child/Adult CPR and Basic Life Support
Sponsor:
Northern Nevada Child Care Association
Date:
9/3/2008
Hours:
2.5
City:
Sparks
Time:
6:30 PM-9:00 PM
Location:
Imagination Station Learning Center
Location Address:
1410 Iratcabal Drive, Sparks, Washoe
Contact Info:
Chera
Phone
: (775) 425-3550
Cost
: $30.00
Registration Info:
Cost is $25.00 for members and $30.00 for non-members. Payment is non-refundable. Registration must be completed 2 weeks prior to class or a $5.00 late fee will apply. DO NOT call Imagination Station for any reason. Contact Chera at 425-3550. Instructor: Sheri Blackwell
Core Knowledge Area:
Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary:
Want a fun alternative to learning CPR? Then this is the right class for you! During this training you will learn Lay Rescuer CPR for Adult, Child & Infants, along with proper techniques to deal with choking and keeping yourself safe while helping others. You will have plenty of hands on experience while being in a fun & low pressure environment.
Conflict Resolution with Children
Date:
9/4/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Trainer Name:
Sandra Wilson
Location:
UNLV Child Care and Development Program
Location Address:
2500 W. Washington Avenue, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Shirley Stewart
Phone
: (702) 387-5437
No Charge
Core Knowledge Area:
Positive Interactions and Guidance
Training Summary:
Participants will learn about factors that lead to conflict, ways to help children identify feelings and steps to conflict resolution.
Basic First Aid
Date:
9/4/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Reno
Time:
8:15 PM-10:15 PM
Trainer Name:
Kristan Erving
Location:
Ginny's Child Garden
Location Address:
Please contact ACI for location, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info:
Kristan
Phone
: (775) 786-4277
Cost
: $30.00
Registration Info:
Cost is $40 for both CPR and First Aid.
Core Knowledge Area:
Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary:
Learn basic first aid in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. This course will show you how to respond properly and safely in any emergency situation. This course covers choking emergencies, head injuries, bleeding, seizures, asthma emergencies, severe allergic reactions, heart attack, stroke and much more! This course will help prepare you for any emergency situation.
Save a Life! CPR for Adults, Infants and Children
Date:
9/4/2008
Hours:
2.5
City:
Reno
Time:
6:15 PM-8:45 PM
Trainer Name:
Kristan Erving
Location:
Ginny's Child Garden
Location Address:
Please contact trainer for location, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info:
Kristan
Phone
: (775) 786-4277
Cost
: $30.00
Registration Info:
Cost is $40 for both CPR and First Aid.
Core Knowledge Area:
Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary:
CPR for adults, infants and children; relieving a foreign body airway obstruction; proper use of barrier devices.
Recognizing and Referring Children with Special Needs (In Spanish)
Date:
9/4/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Trainer Name:
Nila Olaluwoye
Location:
Child Care and Development Program
Location Address:
2500 W. Washington Avenue, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Shirley Stewart
Phone
: (702) 387-5437
No Charge
Registration Info:
Registration deadline 48 hours prior to training.
Core Knowledge Area:
Human Growth and Development
Training Summary:
To guide professional practitioners in the filed of ECE in identifying possible developmental delays. Topics covered include child/family support through resources and referrals, the teacher and family/guardian relationship.
Kids Will Be Kids: Ages, Stages and Discipline
Date:
9/4/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Carson City
Time:
6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Trainer Name:
Karen Mack
Location:
University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Location Address:
2621 Northgate Lane, Ste. 15, Carson City, Carson City
Phone
: (775) 887-2252
No Charge
Registration Info:
Registration deadline is the day of the workshop.
Core Knowledge Area:
Positive Interactions and Guidance
Training Summary:
This workshop is planned to demonstrate how knowledge of development can help you anticipate problem behaviors that are normal and occur in every early childhood setting. We will talk about ages and stages, and general guidance techniques to use with young children.
Signs and Symptoms of Illness
Date:
9/4/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Trainer Name:
Therese Connolly
Location:
Child Care and Development Program
Location Address:
2500 W. Washington Ave, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Shirley Stewart
Phone
: (702) 387-5437
Cost
: $5.00
Registration Info:
Registration deadline is 2 days prior to date of event.
Core Knowledge Area:
Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary:
Recognizing signs and symptoms of illness, transmission of disease, illness assessment, specific diseases (TB, HIV, Hepatitis, GI disease). Protocol for exclusion, medication, policy, readmission criteria, immunization, hand washing, diaper changing.
Social Emotional
Sponsor:
University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Date:
9/4/2008
Hours:
3
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
6:00 PM-9:00 PM
Location:
University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Location Address:
8050 Paradise Road #100, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Terri Brownell
Phone
: (702) 222-3130
Cost
: $10.00
Registration Info:
Participants must register by mail. We do not accept phone registration. The cost of the training includes Detective T is on the case; Understanding Temperament on September 11, 2008 and Temperament and Behavior on September 18, 2008. Send a $10 check payable to BOARD OF REGENTS to: Child Care Training, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension, 8050 Paradise Road #100, Las Vegas NV 89123-1904. You will only be contacted if the class is full. Please no children.
Core Knowledge Area:
Human Growth and Development
Training Summary:
Participants will be introduced to the social emotional development of children birth to 5 years old. Topics include: brain development, caring routines, safety, dealing with difficult behaviors (biting, hitting, crying) and activity ideas.
Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect Part 2
Date:
9/5/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Trainer Name:
Leila Porter
Location:
CCDP
Location Address:
2500 West Washington Avenue, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Shirley Stewart
Phone
: (702) 387-5437
No Charge
Registration Info:
Registration deadline is 2 days prior to date of event.
Core Knowledge Area:
Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary:
Participants will gain an awareness of the various types of abuse and neglect (definitions) and how to identify (signs). They will understand the laws and requirements of mandated reporting; where to report, what to report, investigative responses, and personal protection/confidentiality.
CPR and First Aid
Sponsor:
CPR Connections
Date:
9/5/2008
Hours:
3
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
10:00 AM-1:00 PM
Location:
Child Care and Development Program
Location Address:
2500 W. Washington Ave, Las Vegas, Clark
Phone
: (702) 668-4837
Cost
: $20.00
Core Knowledge Area:
Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary:
Training book, lecture, video, demonstrate. Do hands on practice and manikin practice. First aid, including bleeding, impaled object, amputation, poisoning, shock, diabetic emergencies, burns, bites and stings, eye injuries, cold, heat, seizures, stroke
Relax! Help Is Just a Breathe Away
Sponsor:
The Children's Cabinet
Date:
9/5/2008
Hours:
1.5
City:
Reno
Time:
7:00 PM-8:30 PM
Trainer(s):
Kathleen Randolph
Location:
The Yoga Center
Location Address:
720 Tahoe Street #C, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info:
Jenny Spencer
Phone
: (775) 856-6200
Cost
: $7.00
Pre-registration required by 8/29/2008.
Registration Info:
To register for this class please complete a registration form (Go the “Events section of the website, click on “Early Childhood Education Training”):
www.childrenscabinet.org
and submit with payment to The Children's Cabinet office. Sorry, no phone-in registration.
Core Knowledge Area:
Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary:
We will use a combination of concentration, will and breathing to direct the flow of energy to various parts of the body. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing that does not restrict your breath and avoid eating a large meal immediately prior to class.
CPR and First Aid
Sponsor:
CPR Connections
Date:
9/6/2008
Hours:
3
City:
Henderson
Time:
1:00 PM-4:00 PM
Location:
Valley View Recreation Center
Location Address:
500 Harris Street, Henderson, Clark
Phone
: (702) 269-1770
Cost
: $30.00
Core Knowledge Area:
Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary:
Training book, lecture, video, demonstrate. Do hands on practice and manikin practice. First aid, including bleeding, impaled object, amputation, poisoning, shock, diabetic emergencies, burns, bites and stings, eye injuries, cold, heat, seizures, stroke
Pediatric First Aid and Adult/Child/Infant CPR
Sponsor:
Medic One, Inc.
Date:
9/6/2008
Hours:
4
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
2:30 PM-6:30 PM
Location:
24 Hour Fitness
Location Address:
2605 S. Eastern Avenue, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Hope Rocho
Phone
: (702) 891-0201
Cost
: $35.00
Core Knowledge Area:
Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary:
Learn what to do in an emergency. A practical skills class using demonstrations and hands-on practice to teach adult-child-infant CPR and First Aid. Each participant will receive latex gloves and microshield for practice.
More Signing with Young Children
Date:
9/8/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Trainer Name:
Sandra Wilson
Location:
UNLV Child Care and Development Program
Location Address:
2500 W. Washington Avenue, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Shirley Stewart
Phone
: (702) 387-5437
No Charge
Core Knowledge Area:
Positive Interactions and Guidance
Training Summary:
Participants will increase their growing knowledge of signing to include signs for preschool age children. New signs learned will include the alphabet and numbers, as well as signs for songs we will learn. This class is a continuation of “Sign with Your Babies” and it is strongly recommended that you have taken that class or some signing experience.
Nutrition
Date:
9/8/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
1:00 PM-3:00 PM
Trainer Name:
Leila Porter
Location:
Child Care and Development Program
Location Address:
2500 W. Washington Avenue, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Shirley Stewart
Phone
: (702) 387-5437
No Charge
Registration Info:
Registration deadline is 2 days prior to the date of the event.
Core Knowledge Area:
Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary:
Participants will become aware of appropriate nutrition for children. They will learn about the food guide pyramid specific to children ages 0-6 years, incorporating/understand cultural difference; how to talk with families about appropriate food choices and incorporating nutrition into the curriculum.
Signs and Symptoms of Illness
Date:
9/8/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Trainer Name:
Therese Connolly
Location:
Child Care and Development Program
Location Address:
2500 W. Washington Ave, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Shirley Stewart
Phone
: (702) 387-5437
Cost
: $5.00
Registration Info:
Registration deadline is 2 days prior to date of event.
Core Knowledge Area:
Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary:
Recognizing signs and symptoms of illness, transmission of disease, illness assessment, specific diseases (TB, HIV, Hepatitis, GI disease). Protocol for exclusion, medication, policy, readmission criteria, immunization, hand washing, diaper changing.
CPR and First Aid
Sponsor:
CPR Connections
Date:
9/8/2008
Hours:
3
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
5:00 PM-8:00 PM
Location:
Child Care and Development Program
Location Address:
2500 W. Washington Ave, Las Vegas, Clark
Phone
: (702) 668-4837
Cost
: $20.00
Core Knowledge Area:
Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary:
Training book, lecture, video, demonstrate. Do hands on practice and manikin practice. First aid, including bleeding, impaled object, amputation, poisoning, shock, diabetic emergencies, burns, bites and stings, eye injuries, cold, heat, seizures, stroke
Infant/Toddler Routines
Sponsor:
The Children's Cabinet
Date:
9/8/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Reno
Time:
6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Trainer(s):
Megan Becker
Location:
The Children's Cabinet
Location Address:
1090 S. Rock Blvd., Reno, Washoe
Contact Info:
Jenny Spencer
Phone
: (775) 856-6200
Cost
: $7.00
Pre-registration required by 8/25/2008.
Registration Info:
To register for this class please complete a registration form (Go the “Events section of the website, click on “Early Childhood Education Training”):
www.childrenscabinet.org
and submit with payment to The Children's Cabinet office. Sorry, no phone-in registration.
Core Knowledge Area:
Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary:
This class will discuss how routines affect behavior, why they are important and how to implement them in your classroom.
Health and Safety
Date:
9/9/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Trainer Name:
Therese Connolly
Location:
Child Care and Development Program
Location Address:
2500 W. Washington Ave, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Shirley Stewart
Phone
: (702) 387-5437
No Charge
Registration Info:
Registration deadline is 2 days prior to date of event.
Core Knowledge Area:
Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary:
This training will cover: awareness of environment; safety at home and in the childcare setting; child-proofing; universal precautions; safe toys; car seats; water safety; healthy foods; immunizations; and fire safety.
Recognizing Abuse and Neglect (In Spanish)
Date:
9/9/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Trainer Name:
Nila Olaluwoye
Location:
Child Care and Development Program
Location Address:
2500 W. Washington Avenue, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Shirley Stewart
Phone
: (702) 387-0985
No Charge
Registration Info:
Registration deadline is 48 hours prior to date of training.
Core Knowledge Area:
Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary:
Recognizing types of abuse, sexual, emotional, physical, and neglect, shaken baby syndrome, verbal abuse, sexual worksheet, prevention, protecting children and myself as a mandated reporter.
'No I Won't and You Can't Make Me!': Effectively Handling Power Struggles
Date:
9/9/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Reno
Time:
6:15 PM-8:15 PM
Trainer Name:
Lora Carnes
Location:
Ginny's Child Garden
Location Address:
565 Reactor Way, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info:
Lora Carnes
Phone
: (775) 997-4383
Cost
: $20.00
Pre-registration required by 9/5/2008.
Core Knowledge Area:
Positive Interactions and Guidance
Training Summary:
Participants will understand why we all, especially children, love to power struggle. We will learn what to do to prevent power struggles and eight steps we can take to get out of a power struggle.
Positive Behavioral Interventions
Sponsor:
Nevada P.E.P.
Date:
9/9/2008
Hours:
3
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
6:00 PM-9:00 PM
Location:
Nevada PEP
Location Address:
2355 Red Rock Street, Suite 106, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Robin Kincaid
Phone
: (702) 388-8899
No Charge
Registration Info:
Trainer: Flo LaRoy. www. nvpep.org
Core Knowledge Area:
Positive Interactions and Guidance
Training Summary:
This workshop will introduce Participants to “A New Way of Thinking” by focusing on the “Why’s” of behavior. It will provide an overview of the concepts of functional assessment and positive interventions. A person centered plan will serve as a foundation for developing long term supports for an individual with challenging behavior.
Learning From Our Senses: Chapter 2
Sponsor:
Northern Nevada Child Care Association
Date:
9/9/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Sparks
Time:
6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Trainer(s):
Tammy Bock , Chera Wolfe
Location:
Imagination Station Learning Center
Location Address:
1410 Iratcabal Drive, Sparks, Washoe
Contact Info:
Chera Wolfe
Phone
: (775) 425-3550
Cost
: $25.00
Pre-registration required by 8/26/2008.
Registration Info:
No charge for NNCCA members. Late fee of $5.00 if registering after 8/26/08.
Core Knowledge Area:
Human Growth and Development
Training Summary:
Part 2 of Learning with Our Senses. You will learn more about sensory integration and the role it lays in development. A hands-on workshop with fun recipes for sensory play with your children.
Child Sleep 101
Sponsor:
The Children's Cabinet
Date:
9/9/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Reno
Time:
6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Trainer(s):
Melissa Burnham
Location:
The Children's Cabinet
Location Address:
1090 S. Rock Blvd, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info:
Jenny Spencer
Phone
: (775) 856-6200
No Charge
Registration Info:
To register for this class please complete a registration form (Go the “Events section of the website, click on “Early Childhood Education Training”):
www.childrenscabinet.org
and submit with payment to The Children's Cabinet office. Sorry, no phone-in registration.
Core Knowledge Area:
Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary:
Everything you ever needed to know about children and sleep. Topics covered include: What is sleep and why is it important, typical sleep development infancy through early childhood, common sleep problems and disorders in early development and sleep in different contexts.
Virtual Pre-K
Sponsor:
University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
Date:
9/9/2008
Hours:
2
City:
Las Vegas
Time:
6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Location:
Cooperative Extension Lifelong Learning Center
Location Address:
8050 Paradise Road #100, Las Vegas, Clark
Contact Info:
Terri Brownell
Phone
: (702) 222-3130
No Charge
Registration Info:
Participants must register by FAX, mail or e-mail. We do not accept phone registration. To register for free classes FAX registration to: (702) 222-3100 or e-mail request to childcare@unce.unr.edu or mail to : University of Nevada Cooperative Extension, 8050 Paradise Road #100, Las Vegas NV 89123-1904. You will only be contacted if the class is full. Please no children.
Core Knowledge Area:
Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary:
Virtual Pre-K is a series of short video lessons; at home activity recipe cards and an easy-to-use website that can help children and families build early literacy, math, social studies and science skills. Participants will receive a resource kit (one per center or home-based child care) containing video lessons and activity cards. This workshop will include hands-on computer training on the Virtual Pre-K website.
Hands-on-4-Kids: Becoming a Love and Logic Parent or Provider
Begins
9/10/2008
Ends
10/15/2008
Hours:
12
City:
Henderson
Time:
6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Trainer Name:
JoAnn Worthen Nelson
Location:
Henderson Black Mountain Parks and Recreation Center
Location Address:
599 Greenway Road, Henderson, Clark
Phone
: (702) 267-4070
Cost
: $90.00
Registration Info:
Cost is $90 per person with a $25 book fee due to instructor at first class. Occurs over the course of several weeks. Participants must attend all sessions in order to receive hours. Partial credit will not be granted. For information, contact JoAnn Worthen Nelson by email at JoAnnpf@cox.net or call (702) 275-6218.
Core Knowledge Area:
Positive Interactions and Guidance
Training Summary:
Join this fun, interactive class where you will learn skills to teach children how to resist tattling, bossiness, hurting others, whining, and throwing temper tantrums. Discipline without anger and gain cooperation. End hassles over clean-up, nap time, rivalries and power struggles. Skills are easy and fun to use!
