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PreK CLASS Observer Training Diana Llyod Monday, January 28 AND Tuesday, January 29, 2019 8:30am – 5:00pm $425 Why attend CLASS Observeer Training?  You’ll prepare to certify on the CLASS tool so that you can reliably code classrooms and help educational leaders make informed decisions about their programs. During this intensive two-day training, you will: Learn about the CLASS measure and the ways it organizes effective teacher-child interactions Practice observing and coding classrooms Prepare for the CLASS reliablity test You will gain…

Buncombe Partnership for Children is working with Child Care Services Association to conduct a workforce study for Buncombe County. We currently have very little local information about the workforce, for example: how much Buncombe teachers and directors are paid, how much education staff have, the demographics of caregivers, and other information about the workforce that can help us better understand needs. Child Care Services Association is conducting the survey for all licensed centers, but did not have the capacity to…

Introduction to Trauma and Resiliency With Jenny Vial – CRM Trainer and CCR&R Director Tuesday, February 5, 2019 6:00-8:00pm 2.0 CHCs total Cost: FREE! Child care and food provided, please indicate on the registration form if you need child care. Resilient teachers equal resilient children. Come learn about Reconnect for Resiliency (RfR) and the positive impact it can have on you and your classroom. This training will introduce basic strategies for helping you to deescalate your own stress as well as…

Playground Safety This workshop will satisfy the current playground safety course requirement.  Four specific areas will be addressed:  Playground safety hazards, playground supervision, maintenance and general upkeep of the outdoor area, and developmentally appropriate equipment. The last hour of the workshop will include an outdoor visit to the playground SO PLEASE DRESS APPROPRIATELY. Anya Robyak – Early Childhood Program Consultant, BPFC **Located at Jewish Community Center in the Conference Room of the Main Building. There is construction happening on this campus,…

Let Them Lead! Supporting Child-Led Free Play This two hour class is all about the importance of PLAY! You will learn why it’s important for children to have the time and space for open-ended play and how we can support that as parents and teachers. We will discuss how to create the environment, mood, and adult-support required for children to dive deeply into play. You will have the chance to experience two different kinds of free play set-ups and consider…

Reconnect for Resilience Wednesdays, February 13, 20, 27, and March 6 and 13, 2019 2:00pm-5:00pm 14 CHCs  $250.00 (Free for Early Childhood Professionals) Child Care and Food provided The Reconnect for Resilience™ program teaches seven tools for people to use during stressful times in their lives. The tools are for anyone to use during hard times, no matter what their age or level of education. Science shows us that stress can lead to chronic sickness in our bodies, like high…

Lesson Planning with North Carolina Foundations of Early Learning & Development for Infant/Toddler Caregivers This training will provide participants with a framework to create activity and/or lesson plans with NCFELD.  Participants will construct the knowledge by embedding the expectations in daily classroom planning and practice. Cathy Finn, Early Childhood Program Consultant, BPFC Tuesday, February 19, 2019 6:15 – 8:15pm 2 CHCs $10.00   *Directors* – You can attend ANY training for free if one or more of your staff attends the…

Lesson Planning with North Carolina Foundations of Early Learning & Development for Preschool Staff This training will provide participants with a framework to create activity and/or lesson plans with NCFELD.  Participants will construct the knowledge by embedding the expectations in daily classroom planning and practice. Stevie Alverson, Early Childhood Program Consultant, BPFC Thursday, February 21, 2019 6:15 – 8:15pm 2 CHCs $10.00   *Directors* – You can attend ANY training for free if one or more of your staff attends the…

Pediatric CPR First Aid AED – American Red Cross Infant, Child, Adult CPR, AED, and First Aid will be covered in this 4 hour training. Participants will be certified in the Pediatric CPR First Aid AED – American Red Cross upon successful completion of the course. The training will start on time and participants who arrive late will not be given credit for the class and no refund will be given. There are only 16 spaces available for each CPR…

Toddler CLASS Observer Training Jenny Vial Monday, February 25 AND Tuesday, February 26, 2019 8:30am – 5:00pm $425 Why attend CLASS Observeer Training?  You’ll prepare to certify on the CLASS tool so that you can reliably code classrooms and help educational leaders make informed decisions about their programs. During this intensive two-day training, you will: Learn about the CLASS measure and the ways it organizes effective teacher-child interactions Practice observing and coding classrooms Prepare for the CLASS reliablity test You will gain…

Consious Discipline Cohort Join Buncombe Partnership for Children Child Care Resource and Referral as we facilitate the Conscious Discipline Online Training! We will meet two afternoons a month to work together as a team to watch the hour-long course, and follow up with collaborative questions/conversation/planning. This is a great way to be part of a professional learning community and grow your leadership skills as you share information and mentor your peers through Conscious Discipline. Cohort costs $50.00 for 10 1.5hr…

Child Care Business Basics Developed by Self-Help Credit Union Mountain BizWorks Coaching Staff Begins: Wednesday, March 6, 2019, runs every Wednesday until May 1, 2019 (skip April 17) 1:00-5:00PM** Cost:  $125.00 30 CHCs Complete Dates: March 6, 13, 20, 27, April 3, 10, 24, May 1.  Centers that complete the 30 Hour course will receive a $1,000 Sustaining Facility Quality bonus!**  Whether you are considering starting or expanding a home or center-based child care business, or you are a provider…

Pediatric CPR First Aid AED – American Red Cross Infant, Child, Adult CPR, AED, and First Aid will be covered in this 4 hour training. Participants will be certified in the Pediatric CPR First Aid AED – American Red Cross upon successful completion of the course. The training will start on time and participants who arrive late will not be given credit for the class and no refund will be given. There are only 16 spaces available for each CPR…

This workshop will address the North Carolina Child Care Licensing regulation related to care of an infant (12 months or younger) in a center or home. Included will be an overview of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) and procedures that need to be consistently practiced that will reduce the likelihood of SIDS occurring in child care programs. Chrissy Wolfe, Health Consultant, MAHEC Monday, March 18, 2019 6:15pm – 7:45pm @ Buncombe Partnership for Children, 2229 Riverside Drive $7.50 1.5 CHCs…

Understanding Autism in Early Childhood with Jennifer Lingle This workshop will focus on improving the quality of life for people affected by autism across a variety of settings. You will learn strategies to assist children all along the spectrum, so that you feel confident in handling a variety of behaviors, sensory challenges, and communication difficulties. Presented by Jennifer Lingle, M.Ed., Founder and director of Autism Educates Tuesday, March 19, 2019 6:15-8:15pm $10.00 2 CHCs *Directors* – You can attend ANY training…

Introduction to Trauma and Resiliency With Jenny Vial – CRM Trainer and CCR&R Director Thursday, March 21, 2019 6:00-8:00pm 2.0 CHCs total Cost: FREE! Child care and food provided, please indicate on the registration form if you need child care. Resilient teachers equal resilient children. Come learn about Reconnect for Resiliency (RfR) and the positive impact it can have on you and your classroom. This training will introduce basic strategies for helping you to deescalate your own stress as well as…

Trauma and Resiliency in the Infant/Toddler Care Setting With Jenny Vial – RfR Trainer and CCR&R Director Tuesday, March 26, 2019 6:00-8:00pm 2.0 CHCs total Cost: FREE! Child care and food provided, please indicate on the registration form if you need child care. Resilient teachers equal resilient children. Come learn about Reconnect for Resiliency (RfR) and the positive impact it can have on you and your classroom. This training will introduce basic strategies for helping you to deescalate your own stress…

Trauma and Resiliency in the Preschool Setting With Jenny Vial – RfR Trainer and CCR&R Director Thursday, March 28, 2019 6:00-8:00pm 2.0 CHCs total Cost: FREE! Child care and food provided, please indicate on the registration form if you need child care. Resilient teachers equal resilient children. Come learn about Reconnect for Resiliency (RfR) and the positive impact it can have on you and your classroom. This training will introduce basic strategies for helping you to deescalate your own stress as…

Emergency Preparedness & Response Please note: This is NOT the training required for the Health & Safety trainings. This training is required for one designated staff member per site and pertains to the site EPR plan. Presenter: Chrissy Wolfe, MAHEC Thursday, April 4, 2019 – 1:00pm-3:00pm AND Thursday, April 11, 2019 – 1:00pm-3:00pm *You must attend both days & complete the assigned homework* 5.0 CHCs total Cost:  $20.00 The NC Child Care Commission approved new rules that went into effect on July…

Reconnect for Resilience Friday, April 5 and Saturday, April 6, 2019 10:00am-4:30pm 14 CHCs  $250.00 (Free for Early Childhood Professionals) Child Care and Food provided The Reconnect for Resilience™ program teaches seven tools for people to use during stressful times in their lives. The tools are for anyone to use during hard times, no matter what their age or level of education. Science shows us that stress can lead to chronic sickness in our bodies, like high blood pressure, diabetes,…