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| Date: 9/9/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Sparks |
Time: 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Trainer Name: Sheri Blackwell
Location: Kindercare
Location Address: 1285 McCarran Blvd, Sparks, Washoe
Contact Info: Sheri Phone: (775) 691-9952
Cost: $20.00
Registration Info: Offered to the general public ( space is limited ).
Core Knowledge Area: Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary: This training will help providers recognize and prevent the transmission of Communicable Disease and Bloodborne Pathogens . This training meets Washoe County requirements.
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| Date: 9/9/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Sparks |
Time: 8:00 PM-10:00 PM
Trainer Name: Sheri Blackwell
Location: Kindercare
Location Address: 1285 McCarran Blvd., Sparks, Washoe
Contact Info: Sherri at Certified CPR Phone: (775) 691-9952
Cost: $10.00
Registration Info: Cost is $10, discount if taken with Communicable Disease/Bloodborne Pathogen training.
Core Knowledge Area: Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary: This training will provide information on reducing the risk if SIDS in a child care setting, creating safe environments for babies as well as provide extra resources and information on SIDS.
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| Date: 9/9/2010 | 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: Learn the value of math activities in the Preschool curriculum by participating in easy to make and create math games. An opportunity to make a math game to be used right away with the children in your care.
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Sponsor: WCSD Virtual Pre-K
| Date: 9/9/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Location: Professional Development Center
Location Address: 680 S. Rock Blvd., Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Jennifer Tappan Phone: (775) 325-8905
No Charge
Registration Info: Trainer: Edwin Costillo
NOTE: Please park and enter at the back of the building.
Core Knowledge Area: Family & Community Relationships
Training Summary: Virtual Pre-K is a free tool that is designed to prepare children for success in kindergarten. Classroom lessons and at home activities engage children, parents and teachers in fun learning experiences. Come be a part of this new and exciting program for parents, child care providers and family providers. This workshop will feature new ideas and hands-on activities to use in the home or classroom. Trainer: Edwin Castillo
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| Date: 9/11/2010 | 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: Sheri Blackwell Phone: (775) 691-9952
Cost: $30.00
Registration Info: Cost of training is $30 (taking CPR and First Aid together is $40.00). "CERTIFIED CPR WILL MEET OR BEAT ANYONE ELSE'S PRICES!" Pre-registration is preferred but walk-ins are welcome.
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.
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| Date: 9/11/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Sparks |
Time: 11:15 AM-1:30 PM
Trainer Name: Sheri Blackwell
Location: Imagination Station
Location Address: 1410 Iratcabal Drive, Sparks, Washoe
Contact Info: Sheri Blackwell Phone: (775) 691-9952
Cost: $25.00
Registration Info: Cost is $25, cost of taking CPR and First Aid together is $40.00. "CERTIFIED CPR WILL MEET OR BEAT ANYONE ELSE'S PRICES!" Pre-registration is preferred but walk-ins are welcome.
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.
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| Date: 9/13/2010 | Hours: 3 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:30 PM-9:30 PM
Trainer Name: Karen Mack
Location: UNR Cooperative Extension
Location Address: 5305 Mill Street, Reno, Washoe
Phone: (775) 784-4848
No Charge
Pre-registration required by 9/13/2010.
Registration Info: Registration deadline is the day of the workshop.
Core Knowledge Area: Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary: Participants in this workshop will explore the Nevada Pre-K Standards in creative arts. Participants will receive training in the areas of visual arts, music and movement, dramatic play and creative thinking.
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Sponsor: The Children's Cabinet
| Date: 9/14/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Location: The Children's Cabinet
Location Address: 1090 S. Rock Blvd., Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Erikka Hamilton Phone: (775) 856-0123
Cost: $7.00
Pre-registration required by 9/7/2010.
Core Knowledge Area: Positive Interactions and Guidance
Training Summary: Participants will be able to understand and define functional communication training as a strategy to use with children that require more individualized instruction. This will include identifying the purpose of the child's challenging behavior and identifying an appropriate replacement behavior.
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Sponsor: The Children's Cabinet
| Date: 9/15/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Sparks |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Location: Sparks High Student and Family Support Center
Location Address: 820 15th Street, Sparks, Washoe
Contact Info: Erikka Hamilton Phone: (775) 856-0123
Cost: $7.00
Pre-registration required by 9/8/2010.
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: Add to your math centers. Hands-on activities that kids can do independently. Integrate math and literacy with math based literature.
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| Date: 9/15/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Sparks |
Time: 8:15 PM-10:30 PM
Trainer Name: Sheri Blackwell
Location: Imagination Station
Location Address: 1410 Iratcabal Drive, Sparks, Washoe
Contact Info: Sheri Blackwell Phone: (775) 691-9952
Cost: $25.00
Registration Info: Cost is $25, cost of taking CPR and First Aid together is $40.00. "CERTIFIED CPR WILL MEET OR BEAT ANYONE ELSE'S PRICES!" Pre-registration is preferred but walk-ins are welcome.
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.
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| Date: 9/15/2010 | Hours: 2.5 | City: Sparks |
Time: 6:15 PM-8:45 PM
Trainer Name: Sheri Blackwell
Location: Imagination Station
Location Address: 1410 Iratcabal Drive, Sparks, Washoe
Contact Info: Sheri Blackwell Phone: (775) 691-9952
Cost: $30.00
Registration Info: Cost of training is $30 (taking CPR and First Aid together is $40.00). "CERTIFIED CPR WILL MEET OR BEAT ANYONE ELSE'S PRICES!" Pre-registration is preferred but walk-ins are welcome.
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.
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| Date: 9/16/2010 | Hours: 3 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:30 PM-9:30 PM
Trainer Name: Karen Mack
Location: UNR Cooperative Extension
Location Address: 5305 Mill Street, Reno, Washoe
Phone: (775) 784-4848
No Charge
Pre-registration required by 9/16/2010.
Registration Info: Registration deadline is the day of the workshop.
Core Knowledge Area: Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary: Participants in this workshop will explore the Nevada Pre-K Standards in creative arts. Participants will receive training in the areas of visual arts, music and movement, dramatic play and creative thinking.
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Sponsor: The Children's Cabinet
| Date: 9/16/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Trainer(s): Jane E. Wirth
Location: The Children's Cabinet
Location Address: 1090 S. Rock Blvd., Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Erikka Hamilton Phone: (775) 856-0123
Cost: $7.00
Pre-registration required by 9/9/2010.
Core Knowledge Area: Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary: Participants will explore SIDS in this two hour interactive workshop. Topics to be discussed include the following: what is SIDS, risk factors, safe sleep environments, reducing risks, SIDS facts, resources and more.
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Sponsor: Washoe County Social Services
| Date: 9/16/2010 | Hours: 2.5 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:00 PM-8:30 PM
Location: Washoe County Commissioners' Chamber, Bldg. A, Washoe County Complex
Location Address: 1001 East 9th Street, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Child Care Licensing Phone: (775) 337-4470
No Charge
Registration Info: The contents of this workshop are not suitable for children. Any attendee who brings children will not be able to stay for the workshop and will not receive child care training hours. Pre-registration not required, seating is on a first come, first serve basis.
Trainer(s): Elise Henriques
Core Knowledge Area: Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary: The workshop provides introductory information. Topics covered include reporting guidelines, legal definitions and physical and behavioral signs and symptoms of child abuse, neglect and sexual abuse (includes slide presentation). We will also discuss the Child Protective Service process and what happens from the time a report is received until conclusion of Washoe County’s involvement with a family. Guidelines for mandated reporting will also be discussed.
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Sponsor: WCSD Virtual Pre-K
| Date: 9/18/2010 | Hours: 3 | City: Reno |
Time: 8:00 AM-11:00 AM
Location: Professional Development Center
Location Address: 680 S. Rock Blvd. Park/enter at rear of building., Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Jenn Tappan Phone: (775) 325-8905
No Charge
Pre-registration required by 9/17/2010.
Registration Info: Trainer: Jamie Cunningham.
Core Knowledge Area: Human Growth and Development
Training Summary: A child development class focusing on ages 2-5. Participants will discuss how children learn and behave based on the developmental ages and stages. Training includes information and strategies for implementing positive guidance and discipline. This training is designed for new providers.
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Sponsor: The Children's Cabinet
| Date: 9/18/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
Location: Truckee Meadows Community College
Location Address: 7000 Dandini Boulevard, Red Mountain Building Room #406, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Erikka Hamilton Phone: (775) 856-0123
Cost: $60.00
Registration Info: This class is part of an all day “New Provider Training” and includesFirst Aid and CPR for child care providers in the field less than 3 months. Please bring a lunch. Trainer: Debbie Azhikakath-Gilbert, TMCC. 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 Providers receive 2 hours of Registry approved training for Communicable Disease Control and 5 hours of Child Care Licensing Recognized training for CPR/First Aid.
Core Knowledge Area: Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary: Power Point Presentation: Communicable Disease risk factors, common cold, spread communicable diseases, Chickenpox, Influenza, Fifth Disease, Pinkeye, Impetigo, Ringworm, Head Lice, Strep Throat, Scarlet Fever, Coxsackie’s Virus, Hepatitis A/B, prevention tips, antibiotic resistance, TB skin testing, hand washing, cleaning and sanitizing.
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Sponsor: The Children's Cabinet
| Date: 9/18/2010 | Hours: 4 | City: Reno |
Time: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM
Trainer(s): Lisa Barrere
Location: The Children's Cabinet
Location Address: 1090 S. Rock Blvd., Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Erikka Hamilton Phone: (775) 856-0123
Cost: $10.00
Pre-registration required by 9/10/2010.
Core Knowledge Area: Positive Interactions and Guidance
Training Summary: Participants in this interactive workshop will learn keys to guiding children's behavior and ways to set up an environment that helps to decrease misbehavior.
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Sponsor: Northern Nevada Child Care Association
| Date: 9/20/2010 | Hours: 2.5 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:30 PM-9:00 PM
Location: Caughlin Preschool
Location Address: 1508 Ambassador Drive, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Amy Barthel Phone: (775) 746-3598
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. Contact NNCCA at (775)331-5088. 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.
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| Date: 9/20/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Sparks |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Trainer Name: Cynthia Martinez
Location: Scribbles & Giggles Workshops
Contact Info: Cynthia Martinez Phone: (775) 762-8005
Cost: $15.00
Registration Info: Call for the location address.
Core Knowledge Area: Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary: Help children discover how "yummy" learning can be with easy to follow recipes. Recipes are coordinated with a favorite children's book for Fall and Winter that also helps enhance valuable language skills. As children make their food creations, they will also learn and practice valuable math skills including measuring, counting, identifying shapes and discovering fractions.
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Sponsor: WCSD Virtual Pre-K
| Date: 9/20/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:15 PM-8:15 PM
Location: Professional Development Center
Location Address: 680 S. Rock Blvd. Park/Enter at rear of building., Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Jenn Tappan Phone: (775) 325-8905 Email: vistareno@gmail.com
No Charge
Pre-registration required by 9/19/2010.
Registration Info: Trainer: Jenn Tappan
Core Knowledge Area: Family & Community Relationships
Training Summary: We will review and discuss the latest research on the influence of media (TV and video games) on children and learning. Topics include: brain development, health, parent involvement, school readiness, and media culture.
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Sponsor: Washoe County District Health Department
| Date: 9/21/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Location: Washoe County Commissioner's Chambers
Location Address: 1001 E. 9th Street, Bldg. A, 1st Floor, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Katie Hill Phone: (775) 328-2441
Cost: $23.00
Registration Info: This course is open to child care providers only. Pre-Registration is required by the Friday before class. Click here to download the registration form: www.washoecounty.us/health/cchs/dcc.html. You will only be contacted if the class you select is full, and you will be offered the next available class. This course includes information on Bloodborne Pathogens.
Core Knowledge Area: Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary: This course is a mixture of power point, activities, and demonstrations which focus on the identification, spread, and prevention of common communicable diseases as well as blood borne pathogens in the child care setting. Washoe County recommendations and regulations for promoting health and hygiene, sanitizing, disinfecting, and excluding children/caregivers will be reviewed. This course satisfies the requirement for “Signs of Illness, Including Blood Borne Pathogens”.
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Sponsor: The Children's Cabinet
| Date: 9/21/2010 | Hours: 1.5 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:00 PM
Trainer(s): Diane Branson
Location: The Children's Cabinet
Location Address: 1090 S. Rock Blvd., Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Erikka Hamilton Phone: (775) 856-0123
Cost: $7.00
Pre-registration required by 9/14/2010.
Core Knowledge Area: Observation and Assessment
Training Summary: This training will give childcare providers the information and tools that are needed to recognize children at-risk for developmental delays including autism and to make appropriate referrals for further evaluation.
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Sponsor: Northern Nevada Child Care Association
| Date: 9/21/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Trainer(s): Rebecca Carter-Steele
Location: Caughlin Preschool
Location Address: 1508 Ambassador Drive, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Amy Barthel Phone: (775) 746-3598
Cost: $30.00
Registration Info: No charge for NNCCA members.
Core Knowledge Area: Positive Interactions and Guidance
Training Summary: Participants will learn about the different types of temperaments, how it affects interactions, guidance and discipline techniques to fit each temperament and "goodness of fit" with caregivers.
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| Date: 9/22/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Trainer Name: Doreen Begley
Location: Early Headstart Nelson Building
Location Address: 401 West 2nd Street, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Kelly Smith Phone: (775) 784-6762
Cost: $20.00
Registration Info: Limited to 100 participants.
Core Knowledge Area: Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary: Participants will explore how common childhood diseases are spread and steps to take to prevent the spread of these diseases in the childcare setting. In addition to signs and symptoms of illness, participants will learn about bloodborne pathogens.
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| Date: 9/22/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
Trainer Name: Rebecca Clinton
Location: Creative Learning Center
Location Address: 457 Casazza Drive, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Becky Clinton Phone: (775) 338-2779
No Charge
Registration Info: You may also email clcreno@sbcglobal.net if you have any questions or to register for the class. Please do not call the child care center for training information. Registration deadline is noon the day of training.
Core Knowledge Area: Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary: Participants will learn how to set up open-ended prop boxes to use in dramatic play.
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| Date: 9/22/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 5:30 PM-7:30 PM
Trainer Name: Sheri Blackwell
Location: Sunflower Preschool
Location Address: 1080 Berrum Lane, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Sheri Phone: (775) 691-9952
Cost: $20.00
Registration Info: Offered to the general public ( space is limited ).
Core Knowledge Area: Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary: This training will help providers recognize and prevent the transmission of communicable disease and Bloodborne Pathogens . This training meets Washoe County requirements.
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| Date: 9/23/2010 | 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
Pre-registration required by 9/23/2010.
Registration Info: Registration deadline is the day of the workshop.
Core Knowledge Area: Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary: Come and be a part of this new and exciting program for parents and child care providers. This workshop will feature exciting ideas and hands on activities to use in the home or classroom.
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| Date: 9/25/2010 | 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: Sheri Blackwell Phone: (775) 691-9952
Cost: $30.00
Registration Info: Cost of training is $30 (taking CPR and First Aid together is $40.00). "CERTIFIED CPR WILL MEET OR BEAT ANYONE ELSE'S PRICES!" Pre-registration is preferred but walk-ins are welcome.
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.
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| Date: 9/25/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Trainer Name: Lori Schoen
Location: Nevada Early Intervention Services
Location Address: 2667 Enterprise Road, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Lori Schoen/Theresa Hagerty Phone: (775) 688-0379
No Charge
Registration Info: Snacks and water provided.
Core Knowledge Area: Human Growth and Development
Training Summary: Caregivers will gain knowledge using several strategies to implement within a child’s daily routine to increase language development.
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Sponsor: The Children's Cabinet
| Begins: 9/25/2010 Ends: 10/2/2010 | Hours: 4 | City: Reno |
Time: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Location: The Children's Cabinet
Location Address: 1090 S. Rock Blvd., Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Erikka Hamilton Phone: (775) 856-0123
Cost: $7.00
Registration Info: This is a 2 class series - 2 hours each class. Participants must attend both classes - 4 hours in order to receive credit. No partial credit will be given.
Core Knowledge Area: Human Growth and Development
Training Summary: Participants will learn how to reduce frustration levels and encourage communication between child and caregiver, it has been discovered that sign language is an excellent total communication system. Young babies are able to use many signs and facial expressions to communicate needs they are unable to yet verbalize. This class is an attempt to help parents and caregivers teach children an additional form of communication that is fun and easy to use.
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Sponsor: The Children's Cabinet
| Date: 9/28/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Location: The Children's Cabinet
Location Address: 1090 S. Rock Blvd., Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Erikka Hamilton Phone: (775) 850-0123
Cost: $7.00
Pre-registration required by 9/14/2010.
Core Knowledge Area: Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary: This workshop will help providers and parents become more informed on stranger danger so that they can help children become more aware and prevent instances of stranger danger. Strategies will be discussed that can be shared with children on how to avoid dangerous situations. Different scenarios will be presented so that providers and parents can discuss with children different strategies they can use. The better informed parents and caregivers are on such important issues, the better prepared the children in their care will be.
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| Date: 9/28/2010 | Hours: 2.5 | City: Reno |
Time: 8:00 PM-10:30 PM
Trainer Name: Sheri Blackwell
Location: Holy Child Dayhome
Location Address: 440 Reno Avenue, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Sheri Blackwell Phone: (775) 691-9952
Cost: $30.00
Registration Info: Cost of training is $30 (taking CPR and First Aid together is $40.00). "CERTIFIED CPR WILL MEET OR BEAT ANYONE ELSE'S PRICES!" Pre-registration is preferred but walk-ins are welcome.
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.
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| Date: 9/28/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Trainer Name: Sheri Blackwell
Location: Holy Child Dayhome
Location Address: 440 Reno Avenue, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Sheri Blackwell Phone: (775) 691-9952
Cost: $25.00
Registration Info: Cost is $25, cost of taking CPR and First Aid together is $40.00. "CERTIFIED CPR WILL MEET OR BEAT ANYONE ELSE'S PRICES!" Pre-registration is preferred but walk-ins are welcome.
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.
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Sponsor: Nevada Pre-K Standards Program
| Date: 9/28/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:15 PM-8:15 PM
Location: Professional Development Center
Location Address: 680 South Rock Blvd., Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Tina Springmeyer Phone: (775) 448-5273
No Charge
Pre-registration required by 9/24/2010.
Registration Info: Presenter: Jane Wirth
Core Knowledge Area: Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary: Participants will learn about the NV Pre-K Health Content Standards. They will engage in meaningful discussions, group work and hands-on activities.
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Sponsor: Nevada P.E.P.
| Date: 9/29/2010 | Hours: 3 | City: Reno |
Time: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM
Location: Nevada PEP
Location Address: 4600 Kietzke Lane I204, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Cheri Day Phone: (775) 448-9950
No Charge
Pre-registration required by 9/29/2010.
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.
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| Date: 9/29/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Sparks |
Time: 8:15 PM-10:30 PM
Trainer Name: Sheri Blackwell
Location: Imagination Station
Location Address: 1410 Iratcabal Drive, Sparks, Washoe
Contact Info: Sheri Blackwell Phone: (775) 691-9952
Cost: $25.00
Registration Info: Cost is $25, cost of taking CPR and First Aid together is $40.00. "CERTIFIED CPR WILL MEET OR BEAT ANYONE ELSE'S PRICES!" Pre-registration is preferred but walk-ins are welcome.
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.
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Sponsor: The Children's Cabinet
| Date: 9/29/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Trainer(s): Margaret Oberg , Tammy Bock
Location: The Children's Cabinet
Location Address: 1090 S. Rock Blvd., Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Erikka Hamilton Phone: (775) 856-0123
Cost: $7.00
Pre-registration required by 9/22/2010.
Core Knowledge Area: Management & Administration
Training Summary: The class is open to new providers or those who would like to brush up on the information as well as those considering home child care. Participants learn what to expect from licensing, fire department requirements, as well as helpful tips and techniques to help make their business grow and succeed.
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Sponsor: The Children's Cabinet
| Date: 9/30/2010 | Hours: 1.5 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:00 PM
Trainer(s): Keri Meranda
Location: The Children's Cabinet
Location Address: 1090 South Rock Blvd., Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Erikka Hamilton Phone: (775) 856-0123
Cost: $7.00
Pre-registration required by 9/16/2010.
Core Knowledge Area: Positive Interactions and Guidance
Training Summary: This workshop is for childcare providers who work with young children and their parents. It will focus on how to help parents and children separate when they are attending childcare and other times when they must separate.
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| Date: 9/30/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Sparks |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Trainer Name: Cynthia Martinez
Location: Call for Location
Contact Info: Cynthia Martinez Phone: (775) 762-8005
Cost: $15.00
Pre-registration required by 9/29/2010.
Core Knowledge Area: Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary: Organization is the key. From keeping good records on each child in your care, how to keep your files current, storage solutions, and simple cleaning tips, and finding and creating inexpensive equipment. Creating and organizing a safe and stimulating environment for the children as well as taking your own family needs into account. This workshop is ideal for Home Child Care providers or those working in a small Child Care Center.
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Sponsor: Northern Nevada Child Care Association
| Date: 9/30/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Trainer(s): Marci Behmaram
Location: Caughlin Preschool
Location Address: 1508 Ambassador Drive, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Amy Barthel Phone: (775) 746-3598
Cost: $30.00
Registration Info: No charge for NNCCA members.
Core Knowledge Area: Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary: Children need to hear language in order to learn language. Learn the importance of doing chants, fingerplays and stories with young children in your care. We will also discuss age-appropriate storytelling.
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| Date: 10/2/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Sparks |
Time: 9:00 AM-11:00 AM
Trainer Name: Sheri Blackwell
Location: Imagination Station
Location Address: 1410 Iratcabal Dr, Sparks, Washoe
Contact Info: Sheri Phone: (775) 691-9952
Cost: $20.00
Registration Info: Offered to the general public ( space is limited ).
Core Knowledge Area: Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary: This training will help providers recognize and prevent the transmission of Communicable Disease and Bloodborne Pathogens . This training meets Washoe County requirements.
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| Date: 10/2/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Sparks |
Time: 11:15 AM-1:15 PM
Trainer Name: Sheri Blackwell
Location: Imagination Station
Location Address: 1410 Iratcabal Drive, Sparks, Washoe
Contact Info: Sherri at Certified CPR Phone: (775) 691-9952
Cost: $10.00
Core Knowledge Area: Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary: This training will provide information on reducing the risk if SIDS in a child care setting, creating safe environments for babies as well as provide extra resources and information on SIDS.
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Sponsor: WCSD Virtual Pre-K
| Date: 10/4/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:15 PM-8:15 PM
Location: Professional Development Center
Location Address: 680 S. Rock Blvd. Park/enter at rear of building., Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Jennifer Tappan Phone: (775) 325-8905 Email: vistareno@gmail.com
No Charge
Registration Info: Trainer: Jenn Tappan
NOTE: Please park and enter at the back of the building.
Core Knowledge Area: Family & Community Relationships
Training Summary: Virtual Pre-K is a free tool that is designed to prepare children for success in kindergarten. Classroom lessons and at home activities engage children, parents and teachers in fun learning experiences. Come be a part of this new and exciting program for parents, child care providers and family providers. This workshop will feature new ideas and hands-on activities to use in the home or classroom. Trainer: Edwin Castillo
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Sponsor: UNR Child & Family Research Center
| Date: 10/5/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Location: Nelson Building
Location Address: 401 W. Second St, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Becky Carter-Steele Phone: (775) 682-8487
No Charge
Pre-registration required by 10/4/2010.
Core Knowledge Area: Observation and Assessment
Training Summary: Participants will learn about the importance of screening and assessment; new licensing regulations regarding assessing children; developmental red flags; when to refer children for evaluation and how to use the Ages and Stages Questionnaire.
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Sponsor: Nevada Pre-K Standards Program
| Date: 10/5/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:15 PM-8:15 PM
Location: Professional Development Center
Location Address: 680 Rock Blvd., Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Tina Springmeyer Phone: (775) 448-5273
No Charge
Registration Info: Presenter: Tina Della
Core Knowledge Area: Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary: Participants will engage in small group discussions and activities about the social emotional / social studies standards. They will also participate in hands - on activities.
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Sponsor: The Children's Cabinet
| Date: 10/6/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Sparks |
Time: 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Location: Sparks High School
Location Address: 820 15th Street, Sparks, Washoe
Contact Info: Errika Hamilton Phone: (775) 856-0123
Cost: $7.00
Pre-registration required by 9/29/2010.
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: Sensory experiences teach children about their world. Learn how sensory activities link to science, math and literacy.
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Sponsor: Nevada Pre-K Standards Program
| Date: 10/7/2010 | Hours: 1 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:30 PM-7:30 PM
Location: Professional Development Center
Location Address: 680 South Rock Blvd., Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Tina Springmeyer Phone: (775) 448-5273
No Charge
Registration Info: Presenter: Tina Della
Core Knowledge Area: Management & Administration
Training Summary: Participants will learn about NV Pre-K Standards, The Core Knowledge Area, Core Competencies and The Registry's professional development plan. This training will help directors to support their staff's professional development.
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Sponsor: Northern Nevada Child Care Association
| Date: 10/7/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Location: Caughlin Preschool
Location Address: 1508 Ambassador Drive, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Amy Barthel Phone: (775) 746-3598
Cost: $25.00
Registration Info: No cost to NNCCA members. Registration deadline is 2 weeks prior to class. $5 late fee if registering after deadline. Trainer: Bill Goff.
Core Knowledge Area: Management & Administration
Training Summary: All tax questions will be answered including what to claim, how to minimize income, what are the best computer tax programs, which taxes pertain to child care, and new tax laws.
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| Date: 10/9/2010 | Hours: 6 | City: Reno |
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Trainer Name: Karen Mack
Location: UNR Cooperative Extension
Location Address: 5305 Mill Street, Reno, Washoe
Phone: (775) 784-4848
No Charge
Pre-registration required by 8/14/2010.
Registration Info: Participants who attend both sessions ( Part 1 and 2 ) will be entered into a drawing to win art materials.
Core Knowledge Area: Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary: This training is designed for new and experienced afterschool program caregivers. Using a hands-on, interactive, skill-building approach, it provides tools drawn from best practices to help enhance communication, management and the educational delivery of afterschool programs.
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Sponsor: Northern Nevada Child Care Association
| Date: 10/11/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Location: Caughlin Preschool
Location Address: 1508 Ambassador Drive, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Amy Barthel Phone: (775) 746-3598
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. Contact NNCCA (775)331-5088. Instructor: Sheri Blackwell
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
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Sponsor: The American Red Cross
| Date: 10/12/2010 | Hours: 2.5 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:30 PM-9:00 PM
Location: American Red Cross
Location Address: 1190 Corporate Blvd., Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Stephanie Leff Phone: (775) 856-1000 x103
Cost: $20.00
Registration Info: Register online at: www.nevada.redcross.org/index.php?pr=Signs_and_Symptoms_Cart_Page
Core Knowledge Area: Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary: This course focuses on the identification, spread, and prevention of common communicable diseases. This class includes blood borne pathogens, hygiene, sanitization, disinfecting, and excluding ill children in a child care setting.
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Sponsor: Nevada Pre-K Standards Program
| Date: 10/12/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:15 PM-8:15 PM
Location: Professional Development Center
Location Address: 680 South Rock Blvd., Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Tina Springmeyer Phone: (775) 448-5273
No Charge
Pre-registration required by 10/8/2010.
Registration Info: Registration deadline is 4 days prior to training.
Trainer: Jane Wirth
Core Knowledge Area: Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary: Participants will learn about the Nevada Pre-K music and movement content standards. They will engage in small group discussions, hands-on activities and meaningful discussion.
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| Date: 10/12/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
Trainer Name: Rebecca Clinton
Location: Creative Learning Center
Location Address: 457 Casazza Drive, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Becky Clinton Phone: (775) 338-2779
No Charge
Registration Info: Registrater by noon, day of training.Email clcreno@sbcglobal.net to register or with any questions.
Core Knowledge Area: Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary: Participants will explore ways to reduce the risk of SIDS in the child care setting.
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| Date: 10/13/2010 | 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
Pre-registration required by 10/13/2010.
Core Knowledge Area: Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary: This workshop is focused on developmentally appropriate hands-on math activities for teachers in Early Care and Education programs based on the Nevada Pre-K Standards.
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| Date: 10/14/2010 | 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
Pre-registration required by 10/14/2010.
Core Knowledge Area: Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary: This workshop is focused on developmentally appropriate hands-on math activities for teachers in Early Care and Education programs based on the Nevada Pre-K Standards.
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Sponsor: City of Reno Parks and Recreation & Community Services
| Date: 10/14/2010 | Hours: 1.5 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:00 PM
Location: Evelyn Mount Northeast Community Center
Location Address: 1301 Valley Rd. Tuscarora Room, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Sara Stratz Phone: (775) 334-2262 Email: inclusion@reno.gov
No Charge
Pre-registration required by 10/13/2010.
Registration Info: Call 334-2262 to sign up! Course #76025
Core Knowledge Area: Positive Interactions and Guidance
Training Summary: This training will focus on using behavior analysis to create a successful youth program. Attendees will learn about developmental disabilities and how to successfully include all children in a program. This training is appropriate for individuals working in a youth program serving children ages 4-15.
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| Date: 10/16/2010 | Hours: 6 | City: Reno |
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Trainer Name: Karen Mack
Location: UNR Cooperative Extension
Location Address: 5305 Mill Street, Reno, Washoe
Phone: (775) 784-4848
No Charge
Pre-registration required by 8/14/2010.
Registration Info: Participants who attend both sessions ( Part 1 and 2 ) will be entered into a drawing to win art materials.
Core Knowledge Area: Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary: This training is designed for new and experienced afterschool program caregivers. Using a hands-on, interactive, skill-building approach, it provides tools drawn from best practices to help enhance communication, management and the educational delivery of afterschool programs.
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Sponsor: WCSD Virtual Pre-K
| Date: 10/16/2010 | Hours: 3 | City: Reno |
Time: 8:00 AM-11:00 AM
Location: Professional Development Center
Location Address: 680 S. Rock Blvd. Park/enter at rear of building., Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Jenn Tappan Phone: (775) 325-8905
No Charge
Pre-registration required by 10/15/2010.
Registration Info: Trainer: Jenn Tappan
Core Knowledge Area: Human Growth and Development
Training Summary: A child development class focusing on ages 2-5. Participants will discuss how children learn and behave based on the developmental ages and stages. Training includes information and strategies for implementing positive guidance and discipline. This training is designed for new providers.
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Sponsor: The Children's Cabinet
| Date: 10/18/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Location: The Children's Cabinet
Location Address: 1090 S. Rock Blvd., Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Erikka Hamilton Phone: (775) 856-0123
Cost: $7.00
Pre-registration required by 10/11/2010.
Core Knowledge Area: Positive Interactions and Guidance
Training Summary: Participants will learn the importance of having a consistent classroom routine. Strategies will be learned to support smooth transitions and participants will be provided with activity resource guides.
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| Date: 10/18/2010 | 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
Pre-registration required by 10/18/2010.
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.
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Sponsor: Northern Nevada Child Care Association
| Date: 10/19/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Location: Caughlin Preschool
Location Address: 1508 Ambassador Drive, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Amy Barthel Phone: (775) 746-3598
Cost: $25.00
Registration Info: No charge to NNCCA members. Registration deadline is 2 weeks prior to class. $5 late fee if registering after deadline. Trainer: Margaret Oberg.
Core Knowledge Area: Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary: Fun ideas for keeping cold hands and busy minds happy. Enjoy the hands-on experience of creating some make and take holiday gift ideas.
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Sponsor: The Children's Cabinet
| Date: 10/19/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Location: The Children's Cabinet
Location Address: 1090 S. Rock Blvd., Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Erikka Hamilton Phone: (775) 856-0123
Cost: $7.00
Registration Info: Trainer: Jamie Taylor, Washoe County Department of Social Services. 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: This training will provide information on recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect for mandated reporters as outlined in NRS432B, will review physical, behavioral, emotional signs & symptoms of abuse and neglect and help caregivers become familiar with the Child Protective Services process.
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Sponsor: Washoe County District Health Department
| Date: 10/19/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Location: Washoe County Commissioner’s Chambers
Location Address: 1001 E. 9th Street, Bldg. A, 1st Floor, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Katie Hill Phone: (775) 328-2441
Cost: $23.00
Registration Info: This course is open to child care providers only. Pre-Registration is required by the Friday before class. Click here to download the registration form: www.washoecounty.us/health/cchs/dcc.html. You will only be contacted if the class you select is full, and you will be offered the next available class. This course includes information on Bloodborne Pathogens.
Core Knowledge Area: Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary: This course is a mixture of power point, activities, and demonstrations which focus on the identification, spread, and prevention of common communicable diseases as well as blood borne pathogens in the child care setting. Washoe County recommendations and regulations for promoting health and hygiene, sanitizing, disinfecting, and excluding children/caregivers will be reviewed. This course satisfies the requirement for “Signs of Illness, Including Blood Borne Pathogens”.
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Sponsor: The Children's Cabinet
| Date: 10/21/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Trainer(s): Jane E. Wirth
Location: The Children's Cabinet
Location Address: 1090 S. Rock Blvd., Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Erikka Hamilton Phone: (775) 856-0123
Cost: $7.00
Pre-registration required by 10/14/2010.
Core Knowledge Area: Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary: Participants will explore SIDS in this two hour interactive workshop. Topics to be discussed include the following: what is SIDS, risk factors, safe sleep environments, reducing risks, SIDS facts, resources and more.
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| Date: 10/25/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Sparks |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Trainer Name: Cynthia Martinez
Location Address: Call Trainer for address., Sparks, Washoe
Contact Info: Cynthia Martinez Phone: (775) 762-8005 Email: scribblesandgigglesworkshops@gmail.com
Cost: $15.00
Registration Info: For additional informaion pklease see www.scribblesandgigglesworkshops.blogspot.com
Core Knowledge Area: Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary: Science in the early childhood environment helps develop such skills as observation, classification, and communication. Discussion will be centered around "finding science" in the activities you are already doing as well as additional “science" activities you can add to your program.
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Sponsor: Nevada Pre-K Standards Program
| Date: 10/26/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:15 PM-8:15 PM
Location: Professional Development Center
Location Address: 680 S. Rock Blvd., Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Tina Springmeyer Phone: (775) 448-5273
No Charge
Pre-registration required by 10/22/2010.
Registration Info: Trainer: Jane Wirth
Core Knowledge Area: Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary: The participants will receive training on the Nevada Pre-K Standards math content area. They will engage in activities that support the use of the standards. Participants will receive guide books for teachers and parents to use in their programs.
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Sponsor: Nevada P.E.P.
| Date: 10/26/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Location: Nevada PEP
Location Address: 4600 Kietzke Lane I-204, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Cheri Day Phone: (775) 448-9950
No Charge
Registration Info: Registration deadline is the day of event.
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 behave. Don’t miss this evening full of strategies to help families cope with and prevent bullying.
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Sponsor: The Children's Cabinet
| Date: 10/26/2010 | Hours: 1.5 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:00 PM
Location: The Children's Cabinet
Location Address: 1090 S. Rock Blvd., Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Erikka Hamilton Phone: (775) 856-0123
No Charge
Pre-registration required by 10/12/2010.
Core Knowledge Area: Family & Community Relationships
Training Summary: This workshop is for child care providers who work with parents on a regular basis. It will focus on the parent as the customer and how the parent/teacher relationship can be fostered to develop a strong team. We will define positive customer service practices in the child care setting and what to so if you have a complaint.
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Sponsor: WCSD Virtual Pre-K
| Date: 10/27/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:15 PM-8:15 PM
Location: Professional Development Center
Location Address: 680 S. Rock Blvd. Park/Enter at rear of building., Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Jenn Tappan Phone: (775) 325-8905 Email: vistareno@gmail.com
No Charge
Pre-registration required by 1/2/6109.
Registration Info: Trainer: Jenn Tappan
Core Knowledge Area: Family & Community Relationships
Training Summary: We will review and discuss the latest research on the influence of media (TV and video games) on children and learning. Topics include: brain development, health, parent involvement, school readiness, and media culture.
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Sponsor: The Children's Cabinet
| Date: 11/2/2010 | 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: Erikka Hamilton Phone: (775) 856-0123
Cost: $7.00
Pre-registration required by 10/26/2010.
Core Knowledge Area: Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary: This class will explore the 5 senses from the young child’s point of view, with hands on activities and ideas to take with you.
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| Date: 11/2/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Sparks |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Trainer Name: Cynthia Martinez
Location: Call for Location
Cost: $15.00
Core Knowledge Area: Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary: Help children discover how “yummy” learning can be with easy to follow recipes. Recipes are coordinated with a “Fall” theme focusing on Apples and Pumpkins! Recipes are planned so that each child gets to make their very own. Activities that coordinate with the theme will also be presented. Participants will take home easy to follow, kid friendly recipes and recipe cards so the children can easily participate in each step of the project.
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| Date: 11/3/2010 | 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
Pre-registration required by 11/3/2010.
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.
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Sponsor: Northern Nevada Child Care Association
| Date: 11/3/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Trainer(s): Marci Behmaram
Location: Caughlin Preschool
Location Address: 1508 Ambassador Drive, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Amy Barthel Phone: (775) 746-3598
Cost: $30.00
Registration Info: No charge for NNCCA members.
Core Knowledge Area: Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary: This training will explore many ideas on how to provide gross motor activities for children while indoors. The importance of providing gross motor activities will also be discussed.
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Sponsor: WCSD Virtual Pre-K
| Date: 11/4/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:15 PM-8:15 PM
Location: Professional Development Center
Location Address: 680 S. Rock Blvd. Park/enter at rear of building., Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Jennifer Tappan Phone: (775) 325-8905 Email: vistareno@gmail.com
No Charge
Registration Info: Trainer: Jenn Tappan
NOTE: Please park and enter at the back of the building.
Core Knowledge Area: Family & Community Relationships
Training Summary: Virtual Pre-K is a free tool that is designed to prepare children for success in kindergarten. Classroom lessons and at home activities engage children, parents and teachers in fun learning experiences. Come be a part of this new and exciting program for parents, child care providers and family providers. This workshop will feature new ideas and hands-on activities to use in the home or classroom. Trainer: Edwin Castillo
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Sponsor: WCSD Virtual Pre-K
| Date: 11/5/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:15 PM-8:15 PM
Location: Professional Development Center
Location Address: 680 S. Rock Blvd. Park/Enter at rear of building., Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Jenn Tappan Phone: (775) 325-8905 Email: vistareno@gmail.com
No Charge
Pre-registration required by 11/4/2010.
Registration Info: Trainer: Jenn Tappan
Core Knowledge Area: Family & Community Relationships
Training Summary: We will review and discuss the latest research on the influence of media (TV and video games) on children and learning. Topics include: brain development, health, parent involvement, school readiness, and media culture.
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Sponsor: The American Red Cross
| Date: 11/6/2010 | Hours: 7 | City: Reno |
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Location: American Red Cross
Location Address: 1190 Corporate Blvd., Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Stephanie Leff Phone: (775) 856-1000
Cost: $65.00
Registration Info: Includes Red Cross Certificate
Core Knowledge Area: Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary: This hands-on training prepares caregivers to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies. This course also teaches the importance and proper use of an AED (automatic external defibrillator). Participants will receive lots of hands-on experience.
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| Date: 11/8/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Trainer Name: Doreen Begley
Location: Early Headstart Nelson Building
Location Address: 401 West 2nd Street, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Kelly Smith Phone: (775) 784-6762
Cost: $20.00
Registration Info: Class is limited to 20 participants.
Core Knowledge Area: Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary: Participants will explore how common childhood diseases are spread and steps to take to prevent the spread of these diseases in the childcare setting. In addition to signs and symptoms of illness, participants will learn about bloodborne pathogens.
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| Date: 11/8/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Sparks |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Trainer Name: Cynthia Martinez
Location: Call for Location
Contact Info: Cynthia Martinez Phone: (775) 762-8005
Cost: $15.00
Core Knowledge Area: Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary: The building blocks of literacy develop beginning in infancy. Day-to-day activities expose babies, toddlers and preschoolers to sounds, words, speech, and print. Preschool teachers and Child Care Providers can find opportunities to build literacy skills throughout the preschool day. Activities can be planned and implemented to support and build early literacy teaching and learning. In this workshop a book will be introduced and used as the foundation for a variety of activities that support the book and create fun hands on learning activities. Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to talk about “life lessons” that are learned and can be reinforced during the activities.
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Sponsor: Nevada Pre-K Standards Program
| Date: 11/9/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:15 PM-8:15 PM
Location: Professional Development Center
Location Address: 680 S. Rock Boulevard, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Tina Springmeyer Phone: (775) 448-5273
No Charge
Pre-registration required by 11/5/2010.
Registration Info: Presenter: Jane Wirth
Core Knowledge Area: Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary: Participants will learn about Nevada's Pre-K language standards. They will engage in small group discussion, hands-on activities and meaningful activities.
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Sponsor: The Children's Cabinet
| Date: 11/9/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Location: The Children's Cabinet
Location Address: 1090 S. Rock Blvd., Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Erikka Hamilton Phone: (775) 856-0123
Cost: $7.00
Pre-registration required by 11/2/2010.
Core Knowledge Area: Human Growth and Development
Training Summary: Participants will identify the five domains of development: cognitive, language, social/emotional, fine and gross motor. Discussion will include how to broach the subject with parents/guardians if teachers have concerns with a child's development and learn how to partner with parents/guardians to support a child's development. Resources will be given, including referral to early intervention services.
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Sponsor: The Children's Cabinet
| Date: 11/10/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Sparks |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Location: Sparks High Student and Family Support Center
Location Address: 820 15th Street, Sparks, Washoe
Contact Info: Erikka Hamilton Phone: (775) 856-0123
Cost: $7.00
Pre-registration required by 11/3/2010.
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. Back parking lot.
Core Knowledge Area: Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary: Participants will explore how to plan a circle time that engages and excites the children in their care and will also learn additional ideas and tips that will enable them to enhance group time with props, music, movement and games.
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| Date: 11/10/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Trainer Name: Karen Mack
Location: UNR Cooperative Extension
Location Address: 5305 Mill Street, Reno, Washoe
Phone: (775) 784-4848
No Charge
Pre-registration required by 11/10/2010.
Core Knowledge Area: Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary: Caregivers will learn developmentally appropriate physical activities for infants, toddlers and preschoolers. We will discuss the issues of nutrition, obesity and TV. This workshop will help connect physical development Pre-K Standards to activities already being done in the classroom.
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Sponsor: The Children's Cabinet
| Date: 11/13/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
Location: Truckee Meadows Community College
Location Address: 7000 Dandini Boulevard, Red Mountain Building Room #406, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Erikka Hamilton Phone: (775) 856-0123
Cost: $60.00
Pre-registration required by 11/5/2010.
Registration Info: This class is part of an all day “New Provider Training” and includesFirst Aid and CPR for child care providers in the field less than 3 months. Please bring a lunch. Trainer: Debbie Azhikakath-Gilbert, TMCC. 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 Providers receive 2 hours of Registry approved training for Communicable Disease Control and 5 hours of Child Care Licensing Recognized training for CPR/First Aid.
Core Knowledge Area: Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary: Power Point Presentation: Communicable Disease risk factors, common cold, spread communicable diseases, Chickenpox, Influenza, Fifth Disease, Pinkeye, Impetigo, Ringworm, Head Lice, Strep Throat, Scarlet Fever, Coxsackie’s Virus, Hepatitis A/B, prevention tips, antibiotic resistance, TB skin testing, hand washing, cleaning and sanitizing.
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Sponsor: Northern Nevada Child Care Association
| Date: 11/15/2010 | Hours: 2.5 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:30 PM-9:00 PM
Trainer(s): Sheri Blackwell
Location: Caughlin Preschool
Location Address: 1508 Ambassador Drive, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Amy Barthel Phone: (775) 746-3598
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. Contact NNCCA at (775) 331-5088.
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.
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| Date: 11/16/2010 | 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
Pre-registration required by 11/16/2010.
Registration Info: Registration deadline is day of workshop.
Core Knowledge Area: Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary: Caregivers will learn to define SIDS, identify safe sleep practices, state ways to lower SIDS risks in child care settings and identify SIDS-related resources.
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Sponsor: Washoe County District Health Department
| Date: 11/16/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Location: Washoe County Commissioner’s Chambers
Location Address: 1001 E. 9th Street, Bldg. A, 1st Floor, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Katie Hill Phone: (775) 328-2441
Cost: $23.00
Registration Info: This course is open to child care providers only. Pre-Registration is required by the Friday before class. Click here to download the registration form: www.washoecounty.us/health/cchs/dcc.html. You will only be contacted if the class you select is full, and you will be offered the next available class. This course includes information on Bloodborne Pathogens.
Core Knowledge Area: Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary: This course is a mixture of power point, activities, and demonstrations which focus on the identification, spread, and prevention of common communicable diseases as well as blood borne pathogens in the child care setting. Washoe County recommendations and regulations for promoting health and hygiene, sanitizing, disinfecting, and excluding children/caregivers will be reviewed. This course satisfies the requirement for “Signs of Illness, Including Blood Borne Pathogens”.
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| Date: 11/18/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Trainer Name: Karen Mack
Location: UNR Cooperative Extension
Location Address: 5305 Mill Street, Reno, Washoe
Phone: (775) 784-4848
No Charge
Pre-registration required by 10/18/2010.
Core Knowledge Area: Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary: Caregivers will learn developmentally appropriate physical activities for infants, toddlers and preschoolers. We will discuss the issues of nutrition, obesity and TV. This workshop will help connect physical development Pre-K Standards to activities already being done in the classroom.
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| Date: 11/18/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Sparks |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Trainer Name: Cynthia Martinez
Location: Scribbles and Giggles
Location Address: Please call 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: Teachers/child care providers set the stage for learning and preschoolers eagerly accept the challenge. When preschoolers play, they take the initiative – choosing where they want to play, coming up with ideas and trying them out. Discussion around what learning looks like in the children’s play and what concepts and skills children can learn through play. Participants will have the opportunity to make some learning games to use with the children in their care.
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Sponsor: City of Reno Parks and Recreation & Community Services
| Date: 11/18/2010 | Hours: 1.5 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:00 PM
Location: Evelyn Mount Northwest Community Center
Location Address: 1301 Valley Rd. Tuscarora Room, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Sara Stratz Phone: (775) 334-2262 Email: inclusion@reno.gov
No Charge
Pre-registration required by 11/17/2010.
Registration Info: Call 334-2262 to sign up! Course #76026
Core Knowledge Area: Positive Interactions and Guidance
Training Summary: This training will focus on how to teach play skills to both typically developing children and children diagnosed with developmental disabilities. Attendees will learn how to arrange the environment and how to model, prompt, and reinforce appropriate peer interactions such as teamwork, turn-taking and sharing. This training is appropriate for individuals working with children ages 3-14.
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Sponsor: Nevada P.E.P.
| Date: 11/18/2010 | Hours: 1.5 | City: Reno |
Time: 9:45 AM-11:30 AM
Location: Nevada Pep
Location Address: 4600 Kietzke Lane I-204, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Cheri Day Phone: (775) 448-9950
No Charge
Registration Info: Registration deadline is the day of the event.
Core Knowledge Area: Human Growth and Development
Training Summary: This workshop is designed for families who have concerns about their child's development and would like to learn more about the early intervention process. Topics to be discussed include the following: how to make a referral, the evaluation process, the IFSP, transition to early childhood programs and much more. These topics are also suitable for child care providers.
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Sponsor: WCSD Virtual Pre-K
| Date: 11/20/2010 | Hours: 3 | City: Reno |
Time: 8:00 AM-11:00 AM
Location: Professional Development Center
Location Address: 680 S. Rock Blvd. Park/enter at rear of building., Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Jenn Tappan Phone: (775) 325-8905 Email: vistareno@gmail.com
No Charge
Pre-registration required by 11/19/2010.
Registration Info: Trainer: Jenn Tappan
Core Knowledge Area: Human Growth and Development
Training Summary: A child development class focusing on ages 2-5. Participants will discuss how children learn and behave based on the developmental ages and stages. Training includes information and strategies for implementing positive guidance and discipline. This training is designed for new providers.
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Sponsor: Nevada P.E.P.
| Date: 11/30/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Location: Nevada PEP
Location Address: 4600 Kietzke Lane I-204, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Cheri Day Phone: (775) 448-9950
No Charge
Pre-registration required by 11/30/2010.
Core Knowledge Area: Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary: All children, regardless of their age, culture, economic background, or the severity of their disability should have access to stories in books and instruction on reading and writing. This workshop focuses on helping participants understand terms that are used when discussing reading and writing. Learning the building blocks of literacy will answer this question and give parents the confidence to discuss reading scores with school staff.
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Sponsor: Nevada Pre-K Standards Program
| Date: 11/30/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:15 PM-8:15 PM
Location: Professional Development Center
Location Address: 680 S. Rock Blvd, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Tina Springmeyer Phone: (775) 448-5273
No Charge
Pre-registration required by 11/24/2010.
Registration Info: Registration deadline is 4 days prior to training.
Trainer: Jane Wirth
Core Knowledge Area: Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary: Participants will learn about the Nevada Pre-K Standards and become familiar with the content standard Creative Arts. They will participate in group discussion and activities that will help them to understand the creative arts content standard.
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Sponsor: Northern Nevada Child Care Association
| Date: 12/2/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Trainer(s): Tammy Bock
Location: Caughlin Preschool
Location Address: 1508 Ambassador Drive, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Amy Barthel Phone: (775) 746-3598
Cost: $30.00
Registration Info: Sign up before November 26 and receive a $5.00 discount. No charge for NNCA members.
Core Knowledge Area: Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary: Join us as we explore burnout in the field, how it affects you and ways to reduce it. Learn how to manage stress and the importance of taking time for you. You'll explore ways to lighten your spirit and tickle your soul.
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Sponsor: The Children's Cabinet
| Date: 12/2/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 7:00 PM-9:00 PM
Trainer(s): Kathleen Randolph
Location: The Children's Cabinet
Location Address: 1090 S. Rock Blvd., Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Erikka Hamilton Phone: (775) 856-0123
Cost: $7.00
Pre-registration required by 11/24/2010.
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.
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Sponsor: The Nevada Registry
| Date: 12/2/2010 | Hours: 1 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:30 PM-7:30 PM
Location: Professional Development Center
Location Address: 680 S. Rock Boulevard (park and enter at the back of the building), Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Debbie Walter Phone: (775) 448-5278
No Charge
Pre-registration required by 11/30/2010.
Registration Info: In order to complete the application process, you will need to submit all of your support documentation with your application. Download a checklist of items to bring with you. If you don’t have time to make copies of your originals beforehand, you can do so while you are here! Additional presentations will occur throughout the year and across the state. View a list of upcoming presentation dates at: www.nevadaregistry.org. (Go to Career Ladder/Community Outreach)
Core Knowledge Area: Leadership & Professional Development
Training Summary: Have you already applied to the Registry but you want to know more about the program? Are you and/or your staff thinking about applying but need to know where to start? If so, this presentation is just for you! Come meet Registry staff, complete (and submit) your Participant Application and learn why participation with the Registry is important to the ECE industry in Nevada. Doors open at 6:00 pm. Feel free to come early to make copies of your documentation if you don't have a chance to do so ahead of time!
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| Date: 12/7/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Sparks |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Trainer Name: Cynthia Martinez
Location: Scribbles and Giggles
Location Address: Please call 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. www.scribblesandgigglesworkshops.blogspot.com
Core Knowledge Area: Leadership & Professional Development
Training Summary: When you decide to become a child care provider, you are entering in to an important relationship with children. You are also forming a partnership of caregiving with the parents of the children in your care. The mutual goal will be the best care possible for each child. Discussion will be centered on what quality child care is and how to maintain your quality child care program and also maintain your own wellness as the child care provider.
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Sponsor: Nevada Pre-K Standards Program
| Date: 12/14/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:15 PM-8:15 PM
Location: Professional Development Center
Location Address: 680 South Rock Blvd., Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Tina Springmeyer Phone: (775) 448-5273
No Charge
Pre-registration required by 12/10/2010.
Registration Info: Presenter: Jane Wirth
Core Knowledge Area: Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary: Participants will learn about the NV Pre-K Health Content Standards. They will engage in meaningful discussions, group work and hands-on activities.
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Sponsor: Nevada P.E.P.
| Date: 12/14/2010 | Hours: 3 | City: Reno |
Time: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM
Location: Nevada PEP
Location Address: 4600 Kietzke Lane I204, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Cheri Day Phone: (775) 448-9950
No Charge
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.
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Sponsor: The Children's Cabinet
| Date: 12/15/2010 | Hours: 2 | City: Sparks |
Time: 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Location: Sparks High School Student and Family Support Center
Location Address: 820 15th Street, Sparks, Washoe
Contact Info: Erikka Hamilton Phone: (775) 856-0123
Cost: $7.00
Pre-registration required by 12/8/2010.
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: Learn activities and games your class can do to use up energy on no-recess days. Add a large motor center to your classroom on a daily basis for those busy bodies.
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Sponsor: Washoe County Social Services
| Date: 12/16/2010 | Hours: 2.5 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:00 PM-8:30 PM
Location: Washoe County Commissioners' Chamber, Bldg. A, Washoe County Complex
Location Address: 1001 East 9th Street, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Child Care Licensing Phone: (775) 337-4470
No Charge
Registration Info: The contents of this workshop are not suitable for children. Any attendee who brings children will not be able to stay for the workshop and will not receive child care training hours. Pre-registration not required, seating is on a first come, first serve basis.
Trainer(s): Jamie Taylor
Core Knowledge Area: Health, Nutrition & Safety
Training Summary: The workshop provides introductory information. Topics covered include reporting guidelines, legal definitions and physical and behavioral signs and symptoms of child abuse, neglect and sexual abuse (includes slide presentation). We will also discuss the Child Protective Service process and what happens from the time a report is received until conclusion of Washoe County’s involvement with a family. Guidelines for mandated reporting will also be discussed.
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Sponsor: Nevada P.E.P.
| Date: 1/25/2011 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 11:00 AM-1:00 PM
Location: Nevada PEP
Location Address: 4600 Kietzke Lane I-204, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Cheri Day Phone: (775) 448-9950
No Charge
Registration Info: Registration deadline is the day of the event.
Core Knowledge Area: Positive Interactions and Guidance
Training Summary: Parents and teachers of children who have Attention /Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) face different challenges when helping children achieve appropriate behaviors at home and at school. When a child has ADHD, traditional approaches to teaching appropriate behavior may not work well. Join us as we take a look at some strategies that can help a child become successful in home, community and school environments.
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Sponsor: Nevada P.E.P.
| Date: 2/5/2011 | Hours: 3 | City: Reno |
Time: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Location: Nevada PEP
Location Address: 4600 Kietzke Lane I204, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Cheri Day Phone: (775) 448-9950
No Charge
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.
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Sponsor: Nevada P.E.P.
| Date: 3/19/2011 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 9:00 AM-11:00 AM
Location: Nevada PEP
Location Address: 4600 Kietzke Lane I-204, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Cheri Day Phone: (775) 448-9950
No Charge
Core Knowledge Area: Environment & Curriculum
Training Summary: All children, regardless of their age, culture, economic background, or the severity of their disability should have access to stories in books and instruction on reading and writing. This workshop focuses on helping participants understand terms that are used when discussing reading and writing. Learning the building blocks of literacy will answer this question and give parents the confidence to discuss reading scores with school staff.
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Sponsor: Nevada P.E.P.
| Date: 3/30/2011 | Hours: 3 | City: Reno |
Time: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM
Location: Nevada PEP
Location Address: 4600 Kietzke Lane I204, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Cheri Day Phone: (775) 448-9950
No Charge
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.
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Sponsor: Nevada P.E.P.
| Date: 4/26/2011 | Hours: 2 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Location: Nevada PEP
Location Address: 4600 Kietzke Lane I-204, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Cheri Day Phone: (775) 448-9950
No Charge
Registration Info: Registration deadline is the day of event.
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 behave. Don’t miss this evening full of strategies to help families cope with and prevent bullying.
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Sponsor: Nevada P.E.P.
| Date: 5/11/2011 | Hours: 3 | City: Reno |
Time: 6:00 PM-9:00 PM
Location: Nevada PEP
Location Address: 4600 Kietzke Lane I 204, Reno, Washoe
Contact Info: Cheri Day Phone: (775) 448-9950
No Charge
Pre-registration required by 5/11/2011.
Registration Info: Cheri can also be contaced at (800) 216-5183.
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.
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