Jun 28, 2022
Directors and Trainers: Are you looking for in-service training opportunities?
On-Demand Training gives you 24/7 access to 22 training topics. They include handout materials, activities,
and directions for conducting On-Demand Training sessions. Directors and/or qualified trainers in child day care
and school-age child care programs can apply to become On-Demand Trainers.
Learn more about On-Demand Training!.
Jun 21, 2022
CPSC and Fisher-Price Warn Consumers About 13 Deaths in Fisher-Price Infant-to-Toddler and Newborn-to-Toddler Rockers: Advise Rockers Should Never Be Used for Sleep.
The safest place for babies to sleep is alone, on their backs, in a standard crib or bassinette on a firm
mattress. Per regulations, children may not sleep or nap in car seats, baby swings, strollers, infant seats or
bouncy seats (416.7, 417.7, 418-1.7, 418-2.7). Check the DCCS website to
review safe sleep regulations for your type of care.
You can also visit OCFS's Safe Sleep webpage for more information.
Jun 15, 2022
Are you interested in implementing the Pyramid Model in your program?
Sign up for this preparation series: "Roadmap to NYS Pyramid Model Implementation".
An overview of the Pyramid Model, how it complements other NYS initiatives, and what's involved in becoming
an implementing program will be covered.
View the registration flyer for more information and to register online.
Jun 10, 2022
What is Anaphylaxis? Do You and Your Staff Know What to Do?
Reach out to your regulator to obtain copies of the poster entitled, "What is Anaphylaxis?".
The posters will serve as a visual reminder to staff in the classroom.
Visit the OCFS website for a paper size version of the poster.
Jun 01, 2022
Best Practices in Child Care Health Consultation Webinar: June 16, 2022 at 2:00 PM.
This webinar highlights how child care health consultants (CCHCs) can best influence children's health and well-being.
There are many variations in the types of work CCHC does, strategies for funding CCHCs, and ways to coordinate the CCHC workforce.
Register for the webinar here.
You may also watch the full CCHC webinar series on demand.