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Administration of Medication (AOM) Training

OSSE: 1050 First Street NE, Rooms 1050 First Street NE, Washington, DC

CCDBG Topic: Administration of medication, consistent with standards for parental consent Description: During this course, participants will discuss basic medication administration guidelines, how to properly handle and store medications and proper documentation of the administration of medication. Date: Monday, February 25, 2019 - 9:00am to 12:00pm Location: OSSE, 1050 First St. NE, Rooms 622, 623 […]

Free

Infant Safe Sleep Practices

Department of Health - 3rd Floor 899 North Capitol St., NE, Washington, DC

CCDBG Topic: Prevention of sudden infant death syndrome and use of safe sleep practices (if serving infants and toddlers) Description: Participants in this course will identify behaviors that increase the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and sleep related infant deaths, learn ways to reduce the risk of SIDS in child care settings and […]

Free

Addressing Challenging Behaviors

OSSE: 1050 First Street NE, Rooms 1050 First Street NE, Washington, DC

CCDBG Topic: Child Development Description: This workshop uses information and materials from the Center on the Social and Emotional Foundations for Early Learning (CSEFEL) to help teachers and child care professionals understand why children behave the way they do. It will help teachers and other child care professionals develop universal strategies to address behavior, as […]

Free

Enhancing the Use of Inclusive Practices in Early Childhood Education

OSSE: 1050 First Street NE, Rooms 1050 First Street NE, Washington, DC

Description: This interactive session will define inclusive practices such as universal design for learning and multiple intelligences to identify adaptions so all early learners can access the information that is being taught in a variety of learning environments in accordance with the District of Columbia Common Core Early Learning standards. Date: Wednesday, March 6, 2019 […]

Free

Starting Strong: Nutrition for Infants and Toddlers

OSSE: 1050 First Street NE, Rooms 1050 First Street NE, Washington, DC

CCDBG Topic: Child Development Description: This session will help participants better understand developmental readiness for introducing solid foods to infants and the process of transitioning to table foods. Participants will also be provided with ways to promote good nutrition that will prepare children for a lifetime of growing and learning. This training will also cover […]

Free

Nutrition for Early Learners

OSSE: 1050 First Street NE, Rooms 1050 First Street NE, Washington, DC

CCDBG Topic: Child Development Description: Good nutrition is a key for supporting healthy development and preparing children for school. This training session will teach you the basics of good nutrition for toddlers and preschoolers as well as planning and preparing nutritious meals with a focus on meeting the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) […]

Free

Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP) for Infants and Toddlers

OSSE: 1050 First Street NE, Rooms 1050 First Street NE, Washington, DC

CCDBG Topic: Child Development Description: Attendees will explore DAPs and reflect on their practices. Sample activities focusing on infants and toddlers will be shared following discussion on the developmental needs of young children and how to best meet their needs for optimal results and child outcomes. Date: Friday, March 8, 2019 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm […]

Free

Data Basics: Using Data to Enhance Everyday Classroom Practices

Educare DC 640 Anacostia Ave NE, Washington, DC, United States

Description: This training will provide directors and early childhood program administrators with best practices on how to use data for continuous quality improvement efforts. Participants will learn to use individual, classroom or school-wide level data to improve child outcomes and plan for professional development. Date: Saturday, March 9, 2019 - 9:00am to 12:00pm Location: Educare […]

Free

Food Manager’s Training

Central Union Mission 65 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC, United States

Description: The goal of this certified professional food manager course is to provide the participant with a basic understanding of food safety and ensure that the participant learns to prepare and serve food safely. A food handler card confirms that the participant has demonstrated competence in knowing safe temperatures for cooking and holding food; the […]

$85

Children and Fires, Fire Extinguisher Training and Storage of Hazardous Materials

DC Fire and EMS Department 1100 4th St SW, Suite E-700, Washington, DC, United States

CCDBG Topic: Handling and storage of hazardous materials and the appropriate disposal of bio contaminants Description: During this hands-on session, participants will learn how to properly use and store toxic substances in child care settings. Participants will also learn the parts and function of a fire extinguisher, be introduced to the basic characteristics of children […]

Free