Spring 2012 Training Calendar

Child Care Links

Resource and Referral Center

for Baltimore County

Training Registration: 410-288-5942

1101 North Point Blvd.

Suites 112 & 129

Baltimore, MD 21224

Main: 410-288-4900

www.childcarelinks.net

Spring 2012

Training Calendar

April through June

April 2012 Course Descriptions & Details Core of Knowledge Areas: (HSN) Health, Safety & Nutrition (CD) Child Development (CU) Curriculum (P) Professionalism (CO) Community (SN) Special Needs *Unless otherwise noted, classes listed have been given an “ALL”

training level rating.

3- Administrative Course #15 Reporting (P) 6-9pm Ste. 112 $20 D. Martin -

This workshop will cover basic concepts of reporting procedures in the child care

setting.

3 - Working with Mixed Ages (CU) 6-9pm Ste. 129 $25 N. Massey - This

workshop is designed to help caregivers identify and address the challenges of

working with mixed age groups of children. Strategies for meeting and under-

standing the needs of all individuals in the group will be offered.

10 -Admin. #3 Enrollment & Marketing (P) 6-9pm Ste. 112 $20 D. Martin This

workshop will cover basic concepts of enrollment and marketing in the child care

setting.

10– Anger Management (P) 6-9pm Ste. 129 $25 K. Thomas-This workshop is de-

signed to help participants determine what triggers anger and develop strategies

to keep those triggers from tipping us over the edge. This session will focus on the

communication process as a whole and how positive communication can be used in

managing anger.

11 - Maryland Model for School Readiness (MMSR) Domain Training: Scientific

Thinking (Part I) (CD, CU, P, CO, SN) 6:15-9:15pm Wards Chapel Preschool $40

J.Lentz - Scientific thinking can be defined as learning how to learn. Caregivers

can show children how to learn and study the world around them. It can be used to

study anything from a leaf to the entire universe. This domain includes concepts in

physical, life and earth science. *Must take 4/6 & 4/18

12-Admin. #4 Materials & Equipment (CD,CU) 6-9pm Ste. 112 $20 D. Martin

This workshop will cover basic concepts of materials and equipment in the child

care setting.

12-Stuck Inside (CU) 6-9 pm Ste. 129 $25 B. Strama - This course is designed

to help participants to understand the importance of physical movement for young

children, to learn and share ideas for physical activities that can be done indoors

with little mess and to keep control of children during physical games and activities

inside.

14 - Pre-Service Mod #1-From Baby Steps to Bigger Steps: What Makes a

Child Grow (CD) 9am-1pm Ste 112 $35 K. Salako- Covers basic child development

concepts including stages of child growth and development, overview of the leading

child theorists and of learning differences. Register for all 6 modules at once and pay only $180 for the entire series.

14 - Pre-Service Mod #2-Planning for Success: Creating Opportunities to Grow

and Learn (CU) 1:30-5:30pm Ste 112 $35 K. Salako- This workshop will give partic-

ipants a better understanding of components of a family child care curriculum, how

to create a developmentally appropriate curriculum and how to plan and design a

family child care program.

14- Emergency and Disaster Preparedness (HSN, P) 9am-3pm Ste. 129 $30 D.

Martin - This class is designed for caregivers to become familiar with COMAR

regulations regarding emergency and disaster preparedness for child care pro-

grams. Participants will complete a written emergency and disaster plan for their

child care program; gain an understanding of disasters that are most likely to

occur in Maryland and know why child care programs should prepare for emergen-

cies and disasters. This workshop meets the 6-hour COMAR requirement effec-

tive July 1, 2010, for centers, family providers, and family child care applicants.

Bring a Lunch!

16- Medication Administration (HSN)9am-3pm Ste. 129$55 K. Rowland Office

of Child Care approved Medication Administration Training teaches all aspects

of giving medication safely in your center to all ages of children. This includes

liquids, pills, capsules, topicals, epi-pens and also general information on inhalers.

You will even learn how to properly wash your hands. *Please bring a lunch. *LIMIT 10* 17- Basic Sign Language (SN) 6:30-9:30pm Ste.112 $25 L. Harris - This workshop will help individuals in the use of basic sign language for immediate communication and/or the preparation for teaching children.

17– Creative Circle Time Activities (CU) 6-9pmSte. 129 $25 E.Chapman-

Ready to have some fun? Join us for circle time! This is a special time in every

program when you gather around with your children and share stories, songs,

games, finger plays and whatever fun activity that comes to mind.

18 - Maryland Model for School Readiness (MMSR) Domain Training: Scien-

tific Thinking (Part I) (CD, CU, P, CO, SN) 6:15-9:15pm Wards Chapel Preschool

$0 J.Lentz - Scientific thinking can be defined as learning how to learn. Caregiv-

ers can show children how to learn and study the world around them. It can be

used to study anything from a leaf to the entire universe. This domain includes

concepts in physical, life and earth science. *Must be taken with 4/11

19 - Child Abuse & Neglect (HSN) 6:30-9:30pm Ste. 129 $25 K. Trafton -

Participants will learn the signs and symptoms of child abuse or neglect. Report-

ing mandates for suspected child abuse or neglect will also be discussed.

19 - Working with Difficult Parents (CO) 6-9pm Windsor Park

Children’s School $25 D.Martin - Every caregiver has to deal with a difficult

parent from time to time. Strategies will be shared to help manage parents who

are defensive, angry, bullying, blaming, complaining, or disagreeable.

21- Medication Administration (HSN) 9am-3pm Ste. 112 $55 K. Rowland -

Office of Child Care approved Medication Administration Training teaches all

aspects of giving medication safely in your center to all ages of children. This

includes liquids, pills, capsules, topicals, epi-pens and also general information on

inhalers. You will even learn how to properly wash your hands. *Please bring a lunch. *LIMIT 10*

21 – Pre-Service Mod #3 Keeping Kids Fit & Safe (HSN) 9am-1pm Ste.129

$35 K. Salako - Specific focus of this class is centered upon components of

emergency preparedness, menu planning, and health & safety concerns of young

children.

21 - Pre-Service Mod #4 Making It Work for All-Exploring Special Needs

(SN) 1:30-5:30pm Ste.129 $35 J. Chambers - This class will include basic infor-

mation surrounding inclusive child care settings, ADA requirements in health,

behavioral and developmental issues and concerns.

23– Playground Safety (HSN) 6:15-9:15pm Ste.129 $25 K.Thomas - Learn the

basics of creating and maintaining a safe playground/outdoor learning area for

young children in child care. Training is based on The Maryland State Depart-

ment of Education’s Playground and Wtare Safety Guidelines document from the

Division of Early Childhood Development/Office of Child Care.

24 - Moving from Here to There: Managing Transitions (CU) 6-9pm Ste.112

$25 J.Lentz - Wouldn’t it be nice if transitions could be mastered by a simple

wave of the wand? Come learn some new tricks and strategies for creating

smooth transitions in your program.

24– Asthma and Allergies (HSN) 6:30-9:30pm Ste.129 $25 K.Trafton-Keruly -

Participants will gain an understanding of asthma and allergies, common

symptoms and treatment goals associated with the care of children with

asthma and asthma in child care.

25- Get Credentialed...Get a Check! It’s That Easy! (P) 6-9pm Ste. 112

$25 K.Knox - This class provides information on the Maryland Child Care

Credential that recognizes child care providers who go beyond the require-

ments of State licensing and registration regulations. Come learn about the

6 levels and how to get a bonus for each!

26 – Dealing with Dracula in Child Care (CD) 6-9pm Ste 112 $25 B. Strama -

Biting can be one of the most challenging behaviors caregivers face. Work-

ing together, parents and educators can identify reasons for a child's biting

and respond accordingly. We will discuss strategies to teach children age-

appropriate ways to control themselves and take the proper measures to

prevent further incidents

26 - Avoiding Burnout (P) 6:30-9:30pm Ste. 129 $25 A.Arujo - Working with

young children can be a challenge. Have you ever felt like you’ve had enough

of the day to day stress that can weigh you down in child care? You’re not

alone; there are many people who feel the same way. There is help! In this

training, we will learn strategies for avoiding burnout in childcare and share

steps to being stress free.

28 – Pre-Service Mod #5 Keeping It Real! Professional Practices for a

Successful Program (P) 9am-1pm Suite 112 $35 D. Martin - This workshop

will give providers the opportunity to explore and understand the importance

of specific concepts and practices that may lay foundation for a successful

program including supervision, marketing, abuse and neglect, contracts,

appropriate guidance policies and procedures, record keeping and handbooks.

28 – Pre-Service Mod #6 Planting the Seed-Developing Connections with

the World Around Us (CO) 1:30-5:30pm Ste. 112 $35 D. Martin - This

workshop will provide an overview and focus of the importance of developing

and maintaining relationships with children’s families and the larger communi-

ty.

28- First Aid 8:30am-12:30pm Ste. 129 $30 Paramedical Personnel- This is

a nationally recognized program that meets the OSHA standard for first aid

training. Workshop includes: Good Samaritan, emergency response, triage,

patient exam, BSI, bleeding, shock, burns, strains, sprains, fractures, splint-

ing, spinal injury, medical emergency, asthma, diabetic, seizure, allergic

reaction, stroke, poisoning, plants, bites, stings, heat, cold, and specific body

injuries. Meets Office of Child Care guidelines. Certification for First Aid

expires in two years.

28- CPR 1-5pm Ste. 129 $30 Paramedical Personnel- The American Heart

Association Pediatric CPR program which includes Child CPR, Infant CPR,

Child Choking, Infant Choking. This program also deals with safety issues like

home, car, and playground. Meets Office of Child Care guidelines. Certifica-

tion for CPR expires in two years.

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Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

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CCL CLOSED

for

Good Friday

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NO CLASSES -

Easter Weekend

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EASTER

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Admin #3 Enrollment &

Marketing (P) 6-9pm

Ste.112 $20

Anger Management (P)

6-9pm Ste.129 $25

11

MMSR Domain Training:

Scientific Thinking (Pt.1)

6:15-9:15pm Wards Chapel

Preschool $40 *Must be

taken with 4/18

12

Admin #4 Materials &

Equipment (CD,CU) 6-9pm

Ste.112 $20

Stuck Inside: Rainy Day

Activities (CU) 6-9pm

Ste. 129 $25

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14

Pre-Service Mod.1 (CD)

9am-1pm Ste.112 $35

Pre-Service Mod. 2 (CU)

1:30-5:30pm Ste.112 $35

Emergency & Disaster

Preparedness (HSN, P)

9am-3pm Ste. 129 $30

15 16

Medication

Administration (HSN)

9am-3pm Ste 129 $55

17

Basic Sign Language (SN)

6:30-9:30pm Ste. 112 $25

Creative Circle Time

Activities (CU) 6-9pm

Ste, 129 $25

18 MMSR Domain Training:

Scientific Thinking (Pt.2)

6:15-9:15pm Wards Chapel

Preschool $0 *Must be tak-

en with 4/11

19

Child Abuse & Neglect

(HSN) 6:30-9:30pm Ste

129 $25

Working with Difficult

Parents (CO) 6-9pm Wind-

sor Park $25

20 21

Medication Administration (HSN)

9am-3pm Ste 112 $55

Pre-Service Mod. 3 (HSN)

9am-1pm Ste. 129 $35

Pre-Service Mod.4 (SN)

1:30-5:30pm Ste.129 $35

22 23

Playground Safety

(HSN) 6:15-9:15pm

Ste. 129 $25

24

Moving from Here to

There: Managing Transi-

tions (CU) 6-9pm Ste.112

$25

Asthma and Allergies

(HSN) 6:30-9:30pm

Ste. 129 $25

25

Get Credentialed - Get a

Check! (P) 6-9pm Ste. 112

$25

26

Dealing with Dracula in

Child Care (CD) 6-9pm

Ste. 112 $25

Avoiding Burnout (P)

6:30-9:30pm Ste. 129

$25

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Pre-Service Mod. 5 (P)

9am-1pm Ste.112 $35

Pre-Service Mod. 6 (CO)

1:30-5:30pm Ste.112 $35

First Aid 8:30am-12:30pm

Ste. 129 $30

CPR 1-5pm Ste. 129 $30

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April 2012

Phone in Registration with a Visa or Master Card (required) 410-288-5942.

Office hours Monday - Friday 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, or mail registration form to Child Care Links,

1101 North Point Blvd., Suite 112, Baltimore, MD 21224 (no personal checks accepted).

NOTE: Core of Knowledge is listed with class topics in parenthesis:

(HSN) Health, Safety & Nutrition

(CD) Child Development

(CU) Curriculum

(P) Professionalism

(CO) Community

2 3

Admin # 15 Reporting (P)

6-9pm Ste. 112 $20

Working with Mixed Ages

(CU) 6-9pm

Ste. 129 $25

May 2012 Course Descriptions & Details Core of Knowledge Areas:



(CU) Curriculum

(P) Professionalism

(CO) Community

(SN) Special Needs

*Unless otherwise noted, classes listed have been given

an “ALL” training level rating.

2 - Maryland Model for School Readiness (MMSR) Domain

Training: Mathematical Thinking (Part I) (CD,CU,P,CO,SN)

6:15-9:15pm Wards Chapel Preschool $40 J.Lentz - Looking

for ways to incorporate math into your everyday routine?

This domain focuses on strategies and principles that sup-

port mathematical thinking and learning in children. *Must

be taken with 5/16

3 - Dealing with Difficult Parents (CO) 6-9pm Ste.129 $25

B.Strama - Every caregiver has to deal with a difficult

parent from time to time. Strategies will be shared to help

manage parents who are defensive, angry, bullying, blaming,

complaining, or disagreeable.

5 – Let’s Get Moving (CD) 9am-12pm Ste.112 $25 J.Lentz -

Come join us as we discuss physical development in young

children and how we can support them as they acquire the

coordination of everyday movement.

5- Emergency and Disaster Preparedness (HSN, P)

9am-3pm Ste. 129 $30 D. Martin - This class is designed for

caregivers to become familiar with COMAR regulations

regarding emergency and disaster preparedness for child

care programs. Participants will complete a written emergen-

cy and disaster plan for their child care program; gain an

understanding of disasters that are most likely to occur in

Maryland and know why child care programs should prepare

for emergencies and disasters. This workshop meets the 6-

hour COMAR requirement effective July 1, 2010, for cen-

ters, family providers, and family child care applicants.

Bring a Lunch! 7 - Medication Administration (HSN) 9am-3pm Ste 129$55

K. Rowland -This course teaches all aspects of giving medica-

tion safely in your center to all ages of children. This

includes liquids, pills, capsules, topicals, epi-pens and also

general information on inhalers. You will even learn how to

properly wash your hands. Requirement for center staff

only. Please bring a lunch. *LIMIT 10*

9 - Push Em’, Smoosh Em: Stop Bullying in Child Care (CD)

6-9pm Ste 112 $25 N. Massey - For every child who is or

has been bullied, it is stressful, distracting, humiliating,

frightening, damaging to self-esteem and even physically

dangerous. By taking action against bullying in these early

years, you can make a significant difference to the lives of

all children, and have a profoundly positive impact on the

climate of your child care program.

.

10 - Learning Power of Laughter (CD) 6-9pm Ste.112 $25

J.Lentz - Serious laughing can happen in playful moments.

Laughter is an effective way to strengthen the learning

process. In this workshop you will learn easy activities

that harness the power of laughter to encourage children

to be creative, learn sequencing skills, develop phonemic

awareness, use their imaginations, develop listening skills,

and work with rhymes and language.

10 - Simple Summer Treats (HSN) 6-9pm Ste.129 $25

D. Martin - Join us to sample simple recipes you and

your kids will enjoy all summer long. Register early,

space is limited!

12 - Medication Administration (HSN) 9am-3pm Ste 112

$55 K. Rowland -This course teaches all aspects of giving

medication safely in your center to all ages of children.

This includes liquids, pills, capsules, topicals, epi-pens and

also general information on inhalers. You will even learn

how to properly wash your hands. Requirement for center

staff only. Please bring a lunch. *LIMIT 10*

12 - Positive Behavior Supports (CD) 9am-12pm Ste 129

$25 E. Chapman - Join us for an informative session to

discuss possible causes of children’s behavior and how to

use appropriate positive supports to reduce behavioral

challenges and improve social relationships.

12 - Behavior Toolbox (SN) 12:30pm-3:30pm Ste.129 $25

A.Sibiski - Many caregivers may feel unprepared to deal

with challenging behavior that often interferes with

learning or engagement in social interactions. Join us for

this information session and receive behavior management

techniques that work to improve children’s challenging

behavior.

14 - Play is a Child’s Work (CD) 6:15-9:15pm Ste.112 $25

N.Massey - This workshop addresses the value and bene-

fits of play, explores the various stages of play, and

provides participants with practical strategies to best

support children through play.

15—Stress and Relaxation (HSN) 6-9pm

Ste. 112 $25 B. Strama - This course is designed to help

providers to learn how to take time for themselves and

manage their time more effectively. Relaxation strategies

will be taught.

15 - First Aid ONLY 6-10pm Suite 129 $30 Paramedical

Personnel - This class is designed for providers and

parents of young children. Meets Office of Child Care

guidelines. Certificate expires three years from date of

issue.

16-Autism: Unlocking the Puzzle (SN) 6:30-9:30pm

Ste. 129 $25 K. Trafton The purpose of the class is to

increase awareness, recognize certain signs and symptoms,

and appropriate ways to care for an autistic child in your

program.

16 - Maryland Model for School Readiness (MMSR) Domain

Training: The Arts (Part II) CD, CU, P, CO, SN) 6:15-

9:15pm Wards Chapel Preschool $0 ) J.Lentz - Looking for

ways to incorporate math into your everyday routine? This

domain focuses on strategies and principles that support

mathematical thinking and learning in children. *Must be

taken with 5/6

17– Anger Management (P) 6-9 pm Ste. 112 $25 B.Strama-

This workshop is designed to help participants determine

what triggers anger and develop strategies to keep those

triggers from tipping us over the edge. This session will

focus on the communication process as a whole and how

positive communication can be used in managing anger.

17 - CPR Only for Infant Child & Adult 6-10pm Ste.129

$30– Paramedical Personnel- This workshop is designed for

providers and parents of young children. Meets Office of

Child Care guidelines. Certificate expires two years from

date of issue

17– Fun Circle Time Activities (CU) 6-9pm Wind-

sor Park Children’s School $25 D.Martin- Ready to

have some fun? Join us for circle time! This is a

special time in every program when you gather

around with your children and share stories, songs,

games, finger plays and whatever fun activity that

comes to mind.

18 - SIDS-Sudden Infant Death Syndrome 9:30am-

11:30am Ste. 129 $20 J. Edwards - In this workshop you will

learn about safe sleep environments to help reduce the risk

for SIDS and other infant death.

19 - Infant/Toddler SEFEL Pt.1 (CD,P,CO)9am-3pm Ste.112

$60 D.Ponn - Learn about the well known SEFEL pyramid

that takes an in-depth look at the social/emotional develop-

ment of young children. This module addresses strategies

for supporting the relationships that provide the context

for social emotional development. *Must be taken with 6/9 &

6/16

19 - CPR for Infant Child & Adult 8:30am-12:30pm Ste 129

$30 Paramedical Personnel - This workshop is designed for

providers and parents of young children. Meets Office of

Child Care guidelines. Certificate expires two years from

date of issue.

19 - First Aid 1-5pm Ste 129 $30 Paramedical Personnel -

This class is designed for providers and parents of young

children. Meets Office of Child Care guidelines. Certifi-

cate expires two years from date of issue.

21 – Medication Administration (HSN) 9-3pm Suite 129

$55 K. Rowland - This course teaches all aspects of giving

medication safely in your center to all ages of children.

This includes liquids, pills, capsules, topicals, epi-pens and

also general information on inhalers. You will even learn

how to properly wash your hands. Requirement for center

staff only. Please bring a lunch. * LIMIT 10

22, 29, 6/5 -9 Hour Communication Module-Communicate

as A Professional Early Educator (P, CO) 6-9 pm Ste.129

$50 J.Lentz- Work toward speaking and writing clearly to

insure effective communication in childcare and preschool

settings. Participants will learn communication techniques

for relationship building with families, participate in inter-

active activities and practice writing and speaking purpose-

fully with co-workers, families, children and the public.

Topics will include written and verbal communication.

**Must attend all three sessions for 9 hour certificate**

24 - Working with Temperament (CD) 6-9pm Ste.112 $25

S. Glisan - Right from the start, babies are different.

Each has a unique style of showing feelings and of respond-

ing to the world. This workshop will enable providers to

understand the temeperament traits and styles of infants

and toddlers, examine the influences of differences on

relationships, and explore strategies to support the tem-

peramental styles of each child in care.

30 - Administrative Course #1 Ethics (P) 6:30-9:30pm

Ste. 112 $20 D.Brinkmeier - Meets the Office of Child

Care pre-service and continued training requirements for

Directors of child care centers, effective July 1 2008.

Will cover basic concepts of ethics in the child care set-

ting.

31 - Overview of ITERS (Infant/Toddler Environmental

Rating Scale (CU) 6-9pm Ste.112 $25 J.Lentz - Learn

about the Environmental Rating Scale used to assess the

quality and appropriateness of classrooms and programs

for Infants and Toddlers. Environmental Rating Scales are

a part of both accreditation, credentialing, and other

quality initiatives in the state. Develop strategies to

improve the overall quality of your program.

NEW! Child Care Links Resource &

Referral Center for Baltimore County

is now on Facebook! “LIKE” us to

receive up-to-date information and

special offers!

1 2

MMSR Domain:

Mathematical Thinking Pt.1

(CD,CU,P,CO,SN)

6:15-9:15pm

Wards Chapel Preschool $40

*Must be taken with 5/16

3

Dealing with Difficult

Parents (CO) 6-9pm

Ste.129 $25

4

5

Let’s Get Moving (CD) 9am-12pm

Ste.112$25

Emergency Disaster and

Preparedness (HSN,P) 9am-3pm

Ste.129 $30

6 7

Medication


9am-3pm Ste.129 $55

8 9

Push Em’, Smoosh Em:

Stop Bullying in Child

Care (CD) 6-9pm Ste.112

$25

10

Learning Power of

Laughter (CD)6-9pm

Ste.112 $25

Simple Summer Treats

(HSN) 6-9pm Ste.129

$25

11 12

Medication Administration (HSN) 9am-

3pm Ste. 112 $55

Positive Behavior Supports (CD) 9am-12pm

Ste.129 $25

Behavior Toolbox (SN) 12:30pm-3:30pm

Ste.129 $25

13 14

Play is a Child’s Work

(CD) 6:15-9:15pm

Ste.112 $25

15

Stress and Relaxation

(HSN) 6-9pm Ste. 112

$25

First Aid Only 6pm-10pm

Ste.129 $30

16 Autism: Unlocking the

Puzzle (SN) 6:30-9:30pm

Ste.129 $25

MMSR Domain: Mathematical

Thinking Pt.2(CD,CU,P,CO,SN)

6:15-9:15pm

Wards Chapel Preschool $0


17

Anger Management (P)

6-9pm Ste.112 $25

CPR Only 6-10pm

Ste.129 $30

Fun Circle Time Activi-

ties (CU) 6-9pm Wind-

sor Park $25

18

SIDS

9:30-

11:30am

Ste.129

$20

19

Infant/Toddler SEFEL Pt.1

(CD,P,CO) 9am-3pm Ste.112 $60

CPR 8:30am-12:30pmSte.129 $30

First Aid 1-5pm Ste.129 $30

20 21

Medication


9am-3pm Ste.129 $55

22

9 Hour Communication Se-

ries - Part 1 (P,CO)

6-9pm Ste.129 $50 *Must be

taken with 5/29 & 6/5

23 24

Working with Tempera-

ment (CD) 6-9pm

Ste.112 $25

25 26

27 28

CCL CLOSED for

MEMORIAL DAY

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9 Hour Communication

Series - Part 2 (P,CO)

6-9pm Ste.129 $0 *Must

be taken with 5/22 & 6/5

30

Admin #1 Ethics (P)

6:30p-9:30 Ste.112 $20

31

Overview of ITERS

(Infant/Toddler Environ-

mental Rating Scale (P)

6-9pm Ste.112 $25

May 2012 Phone in Registration with a Visa or Master Card (required) 410-288-5942.




NOTE: Core of Knowledge is listed with class

topics in parenthesis:

(HSN) Health, Safety &

Nutrition


(CU) Cur- riculum

(P) Profes- sionalism

June 2012 Course Descriptions & Details Core of Knowledge Areas:



(CU) Curriculum

(P) Professionalism

(CO) Community

(SN) Special Needs

*Unless otherwise noted, classes listed have been given an “ALL” training level

rating.

2- Pre-Service Mod #1-From Baby Steps to Bigger Steps: What Makes a

Child Grow (CD) 9am-1pm Ste 112 $35 K. Salako- Covers basic child development

concepts including stages of child growth and development, overview of the leading

child theorists and of learning differences. Register for all 6 modules at once and pay only $180 for the entire series.

2 - Pre-Service Mod #2-Planning for Success: Creating Opportunities to Grow

and Learn (CU) 1:30-5:30pm Ste 112 $35 K. Salako- This workshop will give partic-

ipants a better understanding of components of a family child care curriculum,

how to create a developmentally appropriate curriculum and how to plan and design

a family child care program.

2- Emergency and Disaster Preparedness (HSN, P) 9am-3pm Ste. 129 $30 D.

Martin - This class is designed for caregivers to become familiar with COMAR

regulations regarding emergency and disaster preparedness for child care pro-

grams. Participants will complete a written emergency and disaster plan for their

child care program; gain an understanding of disasters that are most likely to

occur in Maryland and know why child care programs should prepare for emergen-

cies and disasters. This workshop meets the 6-hour COMAR requirement effec-

tive July 1, 2010, for centers, family providers, and family child care applicants.

*Please bring a lunch.

4- Administrative Course #2 Curriculum (CD, CU) 6:30-9:30 pm Ste. 112 $20

D. Brinkmeier- Meets OCC pre-service and continued training requirements for

Directors of child care centers, effective July 1, 2008. This workshop will cover

basic concepts of curriculum planning in the child care setting.

5- Read With Me (CU) 6-9pm Ste 112 $25 E. Chapman - There are many every-

day activities that can help you foster a child's literacy development. Literacy

involves listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. The excitement of learning

to read and write should be as rewarding as a child’s first words and steps.

5 - 9 Hour Communication Series—Part 3 (P,CO) 6-9pm Ste.129 $0 J.Lentz -

Continuation of 5/22 & 5/29. Work toward speaking and writing clearly to insure

effective communication in childcare and preschool settings. Participants will

learn communication techniques for relationship building with families, participate

in interactive activities and practice writing and speaking purposefully with co-

workers, families, children and the public. *Must have attended 5/22 & 5/29 to

register.

6 - Maryland Model for School Readiness (MMSR) Domain Training: Personal and Social

Development (Part 1) (CD, CU, P, CO, SN) 6:15-9:15pm Wards Chapel Preschool $40 J.Lentz - This

domain will identify factors that influence personal and social development in children. It explores

how a child interacts with the world and how personal and social interactions evolve through the

relationships established with their parents and caregivers.


6-Admin. #3 Enrollment & Marketing (P) 6:30-9:30pm Ste. 112 $20 D. Brinkmeier - This

workshop will cover basic concepts of enrollment and marketing in the child care setting.

7 – Understanding and Caring for Premature Infants (CD,SN) 6-9pm Ste 112 $25 B. Strama -

Learn to understand what classifies an infant as premature, as well as the health concerns associ-

ated with prematurity. Tips and techniques to help care for preemies are included as well. Inter-

mediate Level

7 - Conflict Resolution (P) 6-9pm Ste 129 $25 K. Thomas - Conflict is a normal part of children's

lives. However, when conflict is poorly managed it has a negative impact on children's relation-

ships, on their self-esteem and on their learning. This workshop provides strategies to use for

teaching children problem solving skills.

9 - Infant/Toddler SEFEL Pt.2 (CD,CU,CO) 9am-3pm Ste.112 $0 D.Ponn - This module is a

continuation of Part 1 and addresses strategies for developing routines and environments to

support infants and toddlers social emotional development *Must be taken with 5/19 & 6/16 for

certificate

9 – Pre-Service Mod #3 Keeping Kids Fit & Safe (HSN) 9am-1pm Ste.129 $35 K. Salako -

Specific focus of this class is centered upon components of emergency preparedness, menu

planning, and health & safety concerns of young children.

9 - Pre-Service Mod #4 Making It Work for All-Exploring Special Needs (SN) 1:30-

5:30pm Ste. 129 $35 J. Chambers - This class will include basic information surrounding inclu-

sive child care settings, ADA requirements in health, behavioral and developmental issues and

concerns.

11 -Admin. #4 Materials & Equipment (CD,CU) 6:30-9:30pm Ste. 112 $20

D. Brinkemeier This workshop will cover basic concepts of materials and equipment in the child

care setting.

11 - Ants in Their Pants! (CU) 6-9pm Ste.129 $25 J.Lentz - Sunup to sundown, “extra-busy”

children have an endless supply of energy and remain on the move throughout the day. This

workshop offers tried and true techniques to help you provide the best support to active

learners.

12 - Potty Training Made Easy (CD) 6-9pm Ste. 112 $25 N. Massey - This class will teach

practical tips for dealing with the challenges of potty training. We will share strategies parents

and daycare providers need to make the transition from diapers to the toilet as easy and stress-

free as possible.

12 - Avoiding Burnout (P) 6:30-9:30pm Ste 129 $25 N.Massey - Working with young children

can be a challenge. Have you ever felt like you’ve had enough of the day to day stress that can

weigh you down in child care? You’re not alone; there are many people who feel the same way.

There is help! In this training, we will learn strategies for avoiding burnout in childcare and

share steps to being stress free.

13 - Administrative Course #5 Environments (CD,CU)

6:30-9:30pm Ste. 112 $20 D. Brinkemeier - This workshop will cover basic concepts of environ-

ments in the child care setting.

13 - “I Don’t Feel So Good!” - Common Childhood Illnesses (HSN) 6:30-9:30pm Ste. 129 $25

K. Trafton - The purpose of the class is to instruct childcare providers in recognizing the signs

of simple childhood illnesses and appropriate interventions. It will also aid in the education of

parents regarding the rules of the day care facility.

14 - MSDE Accreditation Orientation (P) 10am-12pm Ste.129 $10 - Are you a center director

interested in going through the MSDE accreditation process? Join us for an Orientation to

Accreditation. MSDE Accreditation is a voluntary, year long process of quality improvement and

documentation completed by child care centers in Maryland. Participants will receive a 2-hour certificate following the session. 14 - Preschool Discipline (CD) 6-9pm Ste.129 $25 B.Strama - It is always difficult to deal with a

child that is misbehaving, but some are more challenging than others. In this session, strategies

will be offered to deal with challenging behaviors.

14 - Potty Training Made Easy (CD) 6-9pm Windsor Park Children’s School $25 D.Martin- This

class will teach practical tips for dealing with the challenges of potty training. We will share

strategies parents and daycare providers need to make the transition from diapers to the toilet

as easy and stress-free as possible.

16 - Infant/Toddler SEFEL Pt.3 (CD,P,CO) 9am-3pm Ste.112 $0 D.Ponn - Children’s challenging

behaviors most often serve to express some feeling, need, or meaning that they are unable to

communicate in a more appropriate manner. This suggests the need for identifying the meaning

and the skills that the child needs to communicate that meaning more effectively. This module

focuses on effective strategies for observing children and identifying the meaning of their

behavior as a means of identifying strategies to develop appropriate response plans. *Must be


16 - First Aid 8:30am-12:30pm Ste 129 $30 Paramedical Personnel - This class is designed for

providers and parents of young children. Meets Office of Child Care guidelines. Certificate

expires two years from date of issue.

16 - CPR for Infant Child & Adult 1pm –5pm Ste. 129 $30 Paramedical Personnel - This

workshop is designed for providers and parents of young children. Meets Office of Child

Care guidelines. Certificate expires two years from date of issue.

18- Administrative Course #6 Staff Development (P) 6:30-9:30pm Ste. 112 $20

D.Brinkmeier - This workshop will cover basic concepts of managing staff members in the

child care setting.

19 - Cultural Diversity (CO) 6-9pm Ste.112 $25 D.Martin - Positive interaction and

understanding of the abilities, cultures, generations and differences of others helps to

develop effective working relationships. This class will focus on ways to integrate elements

that focus on educating staff and children about diversity.

19 - We're All Different! Learning to Teach Through Multiple Intelligences (CD) 6-9pm

Ste 129 $25 B. Strama - Knowing a child’s learning style will help you better plan for their

day. In this class we will look at learning styles and multiple intelligences. Ways to consider

and incorporate different learning styles including music, cooperative learning, art activities,

role play, multimedia, field trips, inner reflection and much more will be shared.

20 - Administrative Course #7 Meeting the Needs of Children (CD, CU, SN) 6:30-9:30pm

Ste. 112 $20 D.Brinkmeier - This workshop will cover basic concepts of meeting children’s

needs in the child care setting.

20 - Maryland Model for School Readiness (MMSR) Domain Training: Personal and Social

Development (Part 2) (CD, CU, P, CO, SN) 6:15-9:15pm Wards Chapel Preschool $0 J.Lentz -

This domain will identify factors that influence personal and social development in children.

It explores how a child interacts with the world and how personal and social interactions

evolve through the relationships established with their parents and caregivers.

*Must be taken with 6/6*

21- Making FamiliesWelcome (CO) 6-9pm Ste 112$25 D.Martin- First impressions are lasting

impressions. Caregivers and teachers will explore specific strategies for welcoming families;

important roles parents play in their child’s education and ways to represent families in the

program and classroom

23 - Building a Dynamic School Age Program (CU, P) 9-3pm Ste. 112 $30 N.Massey -

Children in high quality school-age programs do better in school, learn social skills more

efficiently, and are more engaged in schools and communities. Join us and learn “best

practices” for your program.

23- Healthy Beginnings Pt.1 (CD,CU,P,CO,SN ) 9am-3pm Ste. 129 $60 A.Sibiski - Healthy

Beginnings is a resource tool developed by MSDE that is intended for use by anyone who

lives or works with infants or young children. We are pleased to offer this training to help

caregivers become familiar with the document and become proficient in its use. The Guide-

lines can be used as a reference guide, or as a resource for planning daily or weekly activi-

ties. Keep in mind that not all children develop at the same rate, so the age ranges should be

used as suggestions. Providers can and should plan activities that meet the needs of each

particular child in their care. These trainings will teach you how! *Must be taken with 6/30 30- Healthy Beginnings Pt.2 (CD,CU,P,CO,SN ) 9am-3pm Ste. 112 $0 A.Sibiski- Healthy

Beginnings is a resource tool developed by MSDE that is intended for use by anyone who

lives or works with infants or young children. And that can be used as a resource for planning

daily or weekly activities. Providers can and should plan activities that meet the needs of

each particular child in their care. These trainings will teach you how! *Must be taken with 6/23

30 – Pre-Service Mod #5 Keeping It Real! Professional Practices for a Successful

Program (P) 9am-1pm Ste.129 $35 D. Martin - This workshop will give providers the oppor-

tunity to explore and understand the importance of specific concepts and practices that may

lay foundation for a successful program including supervision, marketing, abuse and neglect,

contracts, appropriate guidance policies and procedures, record keeping and handbooks.

30 – Pre-Service Mod #6 Planting the Seed-Developing Connections with the World

Around Us (CO) 1:30-5:30pm Ste.129 $35 D. Martin - This workshop will provide an overview

and focus of the importance of developing and maintaining relationships with children’s

families and the larger community.

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Pre-Service Mod.1 (CD)

9am-1pm Ste.112 $35

Pre-Service Mod.2 (CU)

1:30-5:30pm Ste.112 $35

Emergency and Disaster

Preparedness (HSN,P) 9am-

3pm Ste.129 $30

3 4

Admin #2 Curriculum

(CD,CU) 6:30-9:30pm

Ste.112 $20

5

Read w/Me (CU) 6-9pm

Ste.112 $25

9 Hour Communication

Series - Part 3 (P,CO)

6-9pm Ste.129 $0 *Must be


6 MMSR Personal and Social Develop-

ment Pt.1 (CD,CU,P,CO,SN)6:15-

9:15pm Wards Chapel Preschool $40

*Must attend 6/6 & 6/20

Admin #3 Enrollment & Marketing

(P) 6:30-9:30pm Ste.112 $20

7

Understanding and Caring for

Premature Infants (CD,SN)

6-9pm Ste.112 $25

Conflict Resolution (P)

6-9pm Ste.129 $25

8 9 Infant/Toddler SEFEL- Pt.2

(CD,CU,CO) 9am-3pm Ste.112 $0,

Must be taken with 5/19 & 6/16

Pre-Service Mod.3 (HSN)

9am-1pm Ste.129 $35

Pre-Service Mod.4 (SN)

1:30-5:30pm Ste.129 $35

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Admin #4 Materials &

Equipment (CD,CU)

6:30-9:30pm Ste.112 $20

Ants in Their Pants! (CU)

6-9pm Ste. 129 $25

12

Potty Training Made Easy

(CD) 6-9pm Ste.112 $25

Avoiding Burnout (P)

6:30-9:30pm Ste.129 $25

13

Admin #5 Environments (CU,CD)

6:30-9:30pm Ste. 112 $20

I don’t Feel so Good:

Common Childhood Illnesses (HSN)

6:30-9:30pm Ste.129 $25

14

Accreditation Orientation (P)

10am-12pm Ste.129 $10

Preschool Discipline (CD) 6-

9pm Ste.129 $25

Potty Training (CD) 6-9pm

Windsor Park $25

15 16 Infant/Toddler SEFEL-Pt.3

(CD,P,CO) 9am-3pm Ste.112 $0

* Must be taken with 5/19&6/9

First Aid 8:30am-12:30pm

Ste.129 $30

CPR 1-5pm Ste.129 $30

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Admin #6 Staff

Management (P) 6:30-

9:30pm Ste. 112 $20

19

Cultural Diversity (CO)

6-9pm Ste.112 $25

We’re all Different: Multiple

Intelligences (CD) 6-9pm Ste.129

$25

20 Admin #7 Meeting the Needs of

Children (CD,CU,SN) 6:30-9:30pm

Ste.112 $20

MMSR Personal & Social Develop

Pt.2 (CD,CU,P,CO,SN) 6:15-9:15pm

Wards Chapel Preschool $0 *Must

attend 6/6 & 6/20

21

Making Families Welcome

(CO) 6-9pm Ste.112 $25

22 23 Building a Dynamic School Age

Program (CU,P)9am-3pm Ste.112

$30

Healthy Beginnings Pt.1

(CD,CU,P,CO,SN ) 9am -3pm

Ste.129 $60 *Must take with

6/30

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29 30 Healthy Beginnings Pt.2

(CD,CU,P,CO,SN ) 9-3pm Ste. 112 $0

Must be taken with 6/23

Pre-Service Mod. 5 (P) 9am-1pm

Ste. 129 $35

Pre-Service Mod.6 (CO) 1:30-

5:30pm Ste .129 $35

June 2012 Phone in Registration with a Visa or Master Card (required) 410-288-5942.



NOTE: Core of Knowledge is listed with class topics in parenthesis:



(CU) Curriculum

(P) Professionalism

(CO) Community

(SN) Special Needs

New Family Child Care Applicants Need:

6 Pre-Service Modules (4 hours each for a total of 24 hours) , First Aid/CPR, and EDP!

Workshop Title Class Information Date Completed

Pre-Service Module 1: Child Development

(4 hours)

Date: _________ Time: ________

Pre-Service Module 2: Curriculum

(4 hours)

Date: _________ Time: ________

Pre-Service Module 3: Health, Safety & Nutrition

(4 hours)

Date: _________ Time: ________

Pre-Service Module 4: Special Needs

(4 hours)

Date: _________ Time: ________

Pre-Service Module 5: Professionalism

(4 hours)

Date: _________ Time: ________

Pre-Service Module 6: Community

(4 hours)

Date: _________ Time: ________

Completed List = 24 hours

Emergency and Disaster Preparedness (6 hours) Completion Date: ___________

*For Infant Care ONLY: SIDS Completion Date: _________

First Aid & CPR Completion Date: ____________ (Certifications are good for 2 Years)

*This is only a guide. Child Care Links is not responsible for errors or omissions. It is up to each provider to verify their specific requirements needed with OCC.

*For additional information, please contact OCC at (410) 583-6200.

First Year of Registration for Family Child Care Providers

(Registered on or after January 1, 2008) 4 Core of Knowledge areas @ 3 hours each, plus 6 elective hours for a total of 18 hours

Requirement = 1 Hour Date Completed/Notes

Child Development

(3 hours)

Working with Mixed Age Groups

(3 hours)

Health, Safety & Nutrition

(3 hours)

Professionalism

(3 hours)

Elective Subjects or other approved Training

(6 hours)

Checked Boxes = 18 hours Is it time to renew your CPR or First Aid Certifications?

Family Child Care Providers on continuing Status

12 Clock hours per year: 6 Core of Knowledge & 6 Elective

Requirement = 1 hour Date Completed/Notes

(6 hours) Any combination of the areas listed below:

1. Child Development

2. Curriculum

3. Health, Safety & Nutrition

4. Specials Needs

5. Professionalism

6. Community

Elective Subjects or other approved Training

(6 hours)

Is it time to renew your CPR or First Aid Certifications? Checked boxes = 12 hours

Workshop Registration Information Workshops are approved for training credit by the MSDE Office of Child Care Credentialing Branch

Registrations. ALL workshop participants must pre-register; meaning, participants must register AND PAY for workshops in advance. Registration is accepted by phone, mail, or in

person. The training line for phone-in registration is operational from 8:30am-3:30pm, Monday through Friday. Visa or Mastercard required for all registrations done by phone. Mail

registration form to Child Care Links, Inc., 1101 North Point Boulevard, Suite 112, Baltimore, MD 21224 Attn: Registration Office. Child Care Links does not accept personal checks A

confirmation receipt will be mailed within 1-2 business days from the date of registration, except in the situation that registration is received less than 3 days prior to your scheduled

workshop.

Fees paid are NON-REFUNDABLE. Should you miss a workshop, credit or transfer to another workshop may be given if Child Care Links is notified prior to the workshop. If after

hours, please leave a message on CCL’s answering service. No credit or refunds are issued for “no shows”. Call 410-288-5942 with any questions or concerns about our refund or credit

policies. Any credits issued are good for one year from date of issue.

Late arrivals. Workshops begin at the stated time. Our instructors reserve the right to refuse admittance to any workshop for any participant arriving 15 minutes or more past the

start of the workshop. Credit or transfer will be issued at the discretion of Child Care Links staff for any participant turned away from training for lateness.

Cancellation and change policy. Child Care Links reserves the right to change the location, class size, or trainer for any class as deemed necessary. Child Care Links also may need to

occasionally cancel a workshop due to a lack of enrollment; in this event, a CCL staff member will contact you at the phone number or address you provided upon registration. If we need

to cancel a workshop and you do not wish to be transferred to another training, you will be issued credit good for one year or refunded fees paid for the canceled workshop. If you are

phoning in your registration please verify that we have the correct contact information, including more than one telephone number where you can be reached.

Rude and/or disrespectful behavior during workshops will not be tolerated. Please remember to exercise good judgment and respect for both the trainer and other participants in

your session. It is okay to disagree with facts or opinions presented by the trainer or other participants but please remember to remain professional. Should you violate this policy, the

instructor may ask you to leave the workshop and you will not be re-admitted, nor will you receive a refund for the class.

Certificates. Core of Knowledge certificates will be issued at the conclusion of the training session for all participants who successfully complete all requirements set forth for the

course. There will be a $5 charge for replacement training certificates .

Child care is not provided during workshops. Workshops provided by Child Care Links are intended for adults only. Please make other arrangements for care of your children during

workshop hours.

Workshop locations. The majority of workshops are held at the CCL main office, 1101 North Point Boulevard, Suites 112 & 129. Should your workshop be held at an off-site location,

you will be notified upon or at registration of the address and directions.

Inclement Weather Policy. Please note that the training department of Child Care Links follows the Baltimore County Public School Systems inclement weather policy for closings and

delayed openings. If you are scheduled for a workshop and Baltimore County schools close for inclement weather, our workshop will be canceled. During the weekend our workshops will

be canceled if Baltimore County goes into Phase One of their snow emergency plan. If, for any reason, this changes, a CCL staff member will contact you. Attempts will be made to

reschedule any canceled workshop.

DIRECTIONS:

Child Care Links, 1101 North Point Blvd., Suite 112 & 129, Baltimore, MD 21224 (410)288-4900. Take I-695 inner loop to exit 39 Merritt Blvd./ Dundalk stay in the right lane, pro-

ceed to first traffic light (North Point Road) and bear to your right. You will see East Point Office Park on your right side. At second entrance make a right into the parking lot

and go to the bottom of hill, Suite 129 is on the second floor of building 1101 facing Eastpoint Mall. Our main office is on the first floor in Suite 112 (corner office).

Wards Chapel Preschool, 1023 Liberty Road, Randallstown, MD 21133 (410) 922-6595. Take I-695 inner loop to exit 18B Liberty Road/MD 26-W towards Randallstown. Follow Lib-

erty Road for 7 miles. The preschool is located at Wards Chapel United Methodist Church on the left.

Windsor Park Children’s School, 2601 N. Rolling Road, Windsor Mill, MD 21244 (410) 298-8612. Take I-695 inner loop to exit 17 Security Blvd. towards Woodlawn. Merge onto MD-

122 W/Security Blvd. Turn right onto Rolling Road. Follow N. Rolling Road for approximately 1 mile. Pass Tudsbury Lane and the post office. Make the 1st right past the post office

into Windsor Corporate Park. Upon entering the complex, turn right towards Building #2601.

Child Care Links, Inc. Baltimore County Resource and Referral Center Workshop Registration Form

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Address & Zip Code:

Daytime Phone:

Method of Payment: Please Check one:

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(Good for 1 year)

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Spring 2012 Training Calendar