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The Academy at CCRC offers a continuously expanding list of trainings that meet the needs of professionals in the early childhood education field. For registration and pricing, please visit CCRC’s online Event Calendar at www.ccrcla.org.
Effective Observations of the Preschool Child - Effective Observations of the Preschool Child – Observing children to help with planning and record keeping such as the Desired Results Developmental Profile (DRDP).
At this interactive workshop, you will learn:
• How to make objective observations of children
• The various ways to document these observations
• How to use this information to help with planning activities and learning areas
Identifying & Supporting Children with Prenatal Alcohol Exposure - We will explore misconceptions about alcohol use during pregnancy. Screening and assessment for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders and how alcohol use affects children’s learning and behaviors.
At this training you will learn:
• How to recognize Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
• Benefits of early identification
• Practical and effective early intervention strategies
• Resources to support children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders
Learn About Ages & Stages Developmental Screening (ASQ-3) - Come learn step-by step instructions to screen the children in your program!
At this introductory-level training, you will learn how to:
• Screen children to identify those in need of additional support • Help parents understand their child’s development
• Talk to parents about screening results
• Make referrals to community resources
Ages & Stages Questionnaires: Social-Emotional (ASQ:SE) Prerequisite: It is recommended that you have PEDS or ASQ training.
Do you already screen the children in your program using a tool such as the Ages & Stages Questionnaire (ASQ) or Parents’ Evaluation of Developmental Status (PEDS)?
Learn how to ASQ:SE screening tool can be used to complement developmental screening measures to identify social & emotional concerns:
• Identify the warning signs of young children at risk for social and emotional difficulties • Help parents understand the social and emotional development of their child
• Engage parents in screening their young children for social and emotional competence
Child Care Health & Safety – CCRC’s health & safety classes are EMSA approved and meet Child Care Licensing Regulations. Instructors are professionals in the child development field and are familiar with licensing regulations.
In this hands-on class, topics will include:
• Preventing injuries in child care setting • Preventing childhood illnesses
• Immunizations • Implementing a health policy
• Food Safety