Sep 15, 2017
Special Webcast: Focus on the New York State Child Day Care Regulations. Join us on October 26, 2017 for our videoconference titled "Special Webcast: Focus on the New York State Child Day Care Regulations." You'll get up-to-date information regarding the child day care regulations, including in-depth looks at specific policies, regulations, and training requirements. A discussion on statues and regulations pertaining to child abuse and maltreatment will also take place.* It's going to be packed with information that you’re not going to want to miss, so register today! *Additional Training Topic Areas added: (4) Safety and security procedures, (8) Statues and regulations pertaining to child abuse and maltreatment.
Sep 14, 2017
9 月30日截止日期提醒。 聯邦兒童照護與發展分類津貼 (federal Child Care and Development Block Grant, CCDBG) 要求特定的授權、註冊與法律豁免的兒童照護員工、看護人員與志工於 2017年9 月30日前完成健康與安全訓練。5 小時的 OCFS 健康與安全基金會線上學習將滿足所有必要的健康與安全主題。此訓練不收費，請立即報名並完成訓練！
Aug 25, 2017
EIP Scholarships for Coaching are now available for child care providers. Coaching is designed to help child care providers improve the overall quality of their child care program. Child care providers work with a coach to develop a strength-based effective coaching plan that addresses areas for learning and program improvement. Information for Child care providers who are interested in applying for EIP Coaching scholarships can be found at the link above.
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NYS Early Intervention Program
Donna Noyes, Co-Director for the Bureau of Early Intervention for the NYS Department of Health, discusses the NYS Early Intervention Program including the program's history, mission, services, and eligibility requirements. From "6-1-17 More Than Just 'Use Your Words': Promoting Positive Communication with Children".
Functional Sign Language
Speech-Language Pathologist Michelle Blair demonstrates how she uses functional signs and phonemic cueing, and discusses how providers can use these techniques to assist the spoken language of all children. From "6-1-17 More Than Just 'Use Your Words': Promoting Positive Communication with Children".
Visual Communication Aids
Speech-Language Pathologist Michelle Blair explains why the use of visual aids like puzzles, visual schedules, and phonemic cue cards in early childhood settings are beneficial. From "6-1-17 More Than Just 'Use Your Words': Promoting Positive Communication with Children".
Mindfulness: The Brain Science
Certified Mindfulness Instructor Maura Fox describes the brain science behind mindfulness and the impact it has on children who practice it regularly. From "6-1-17 More Than Just 'Use Your Words': Promoting Positive Communication with Children".
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