What's New? (archived items)

Jan 31, 2019

IMPORTANT new information is available regarding EIP Scholarships for CDA Assessment and Renewal Fees. Please read!

Jan 18, 2019

El Programa de Incentivo Educativo (EIP) 2019. Cuidado Infantil del Estado de Nueva York, Programa de Incentivo Educativo: Solicitud de becas y folleto informativo (2019).

Dec 17, 2018

OCFS has launched the Facility Application and Management System (FAMS). FAMS is a secure process that will first be available to all new Day Care Center (DCC) and School-Age Child Care (SACC) applicants to complete and submit their initial application for a child care license or registration online. Check out this video to learn more.

Dec 10, 2018

New Online Course: Prevention and Identification of Brain Injuries, Including Abusive Head Trauma (AHT). The newest e-Learning course "Prevention and Identification of Brain Injuries, Including Abusive Head Trauma (AHT)" is available for training. During this fully narrated course you will learn information pertaining to common causes of brain injuries in children as well as brain injury prevention tips that can be used in childcare programs and shared with families. Learning points of the training are enhanced throughout using video clips and interactive exercises. This course will provide you with 2 hours of training in the following OCFS training topics: Principles of childhood development, focusing on the developmental stages of the age groups for which the program provides care, Safety and security procedures, Education and information on the identification, diagnosis and prevention of shaken baby syndrome, Statutes and regulations pertaining to child day care, Statutes and regulations pertaining to child abuse and maltreatment, and Child abuse and maltreatment identification and prevention.

Dec 03, 2018

Educational Incentive Program (EIP) 2019. The Information Booklet and scholarship applications for the 2019 Educational Incentive Program are now available online. You can also apply online right on our website.

Nov 01, 2018

EIP scholarship application deadline. EIP applications for training taken in 2018 must be submitted by Saturday, December 1, 2018 to be considered for a scholarship. Applications for 2018 training will not be accepted after that date. We will begin accepting applications for 2019 scholarships on Monday, December 3, 2018.

Sep 24, 2018

NYS Pyramid Model Program-Wide Implementation Application for Cohort 3 – Due October 1!

Sep 18, 2018

Register today! Seats are filling up at locations all over the state to participate in the October 25, 2018 webcast "Town Hall Meeting: Examining the Business Side of Child Care." The everyday actions and decisions of all individuals employed in a child care program (not just the director or owner/operator) can have a significant impact on its success as a business. During this unique training, attorney and child care business expert Tom Copeland, and OCFS regulations expert Mark DeCicco, analyze case studies and highlight regulatory red flags with professionals from the child care community. At your site, you'll dissect the case studies and discuss your findings with your group. Then all participants around the state will tune in to hear what the experts Mr. Copeland and Mr. DeCicco have to say about the case studies and what you can do to avoid similar risky situations. The webcast is going to be packed with valuable information that will help fulfill the business maintenance responsibilities of your program. You're not going to want to miss out, so register today!

Jun 26, 2018

News to Use. This video provides important information regarding the change of season, hiring seasonal staff, Consumer Product Safety Commission recalls, and the Eco-Healthy Child Care program. From "6-7-18 Educating for Sustainability."

Jun 06, 2018

Fax services restored. Fax services for ECETP and EIP are now up and running.

May 18, 2018

News to Use. This video provides updates to the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) meal patterns, information on the Pyramid Model, and highlights training opportunities. From "4-12-18 Building Healthy Relationships with Effective Communication."

Apr 30, 2018

Educating for Sustainability. Join us on June 7, 2018 for our webcast "Educating for Sustainability." You'll discover why there is a growing recognition for educating for sustainability and STEAM curriculum in early childhood. You will also find out how you can use sustainability as a lens to envision your entire program from how decisions are made, to curriculum content, to configuring your play spaces and connecting with families. It's going to be packed with information that you're not going to want to miss, so register today!

Mar 06, 2018

Building Healthy Relationships with Effective Communication. Join us on April 12, 2018 for our webcast "Building Healthy Relationships with Effective Communication." You'll learn how to use strong, professional communication skills to create a welcoming atmosphere, resolve conflicts and communicate sensitive information. You will also gain knowledge of the ins and outs of using social networking as a way to communicate in the early childhood field, as well as tips on how to cultivate a stronger relationship with your licensor or registrar. It's going to be packed with information that you're not going to want to miss, so register today!

Mar 06, 2018

EIP Scholarships for coaching are available for child care providers. Professional development hours obtained through coaching are eligible to be used towards the 30 hour regulatory training requirements. Child care providers interested in applying for coaching can get more information by visiting the attached link.

Feb 26, 2018

The 2018 Early Childhood Webcast training schedule is now available.

Feb 21, 2018

Need training in business, program development or another OCFS topic area? Join us for our 2018 Webcasts! Titles include "Building Healthy Relationships with Effective Communication," "Educating for Sustainability" and "Town Hall Meeting - Examining the Business Side of Child Care." More information can be found on our website. Register today online!

Feb 12, 2018

El Programa de Incentivo Educativo (EIP) 2018. Cuidado Infantil del Estado de Nueva York, El Programa de Incentivo Educativo: 2018 Solicitud de becas y folleto informativo.

Dec 04, 2017

Educational Incentive Program (EIP) 2018. The Information Booklet and scholarship applications for the 2018 Educational Incentive Program are now available online. You can also apply online right on our website.

Nov 27, 2017

Interested in Becoming an On-Demand Trainer? Are you looking for new ways to train your staff? Do you need more flexibility with scheduling? Our On-Demand training can help! This feature gives you 24/7 access to a selection of our previously recorded webcasts, including handout materials. You are eligible to be an approved On-Demand Trainer if you're a Child Day Care Center Director or Director of a School-Age Child Care program. Once you're approved, simply pick a topic and schedule a training time that works best for you and your staff. Visit the On-Demand Web Based Training page for more information.

Nov 27, 2017

Current On-Demand Trainers: 2 New Trainings Are Available. Two new trainings are available. The new titles are "Addressing Challenging Behavior: The Pyramid Model in Action" and "Identifying and Helping Children Who Have Experienced Trauma".

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 statutes 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) Statutes 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.

Aug 25, 2017

Are you eligible to participate with EIP as a Coach? Individuals who hold the NYS Training and Technical Assistance Professional Coach designation (T-TAP Coach) and/or the Pyramid Model Practice Based Coaching endorsement are currently eligible to participate with EIP to provide coaching. Information on how to participate with EIP as a Coach can be found at the link above.

Aug 17, 2017

Reminder of September 30th Deadline. The federal Child Care and Development Block Grant (CCDBG) requires certain licensed, registered, and legally exempt child care employees, caregivers and volunteers to complete health and safety training by September 30, 2017. The 5 hour OCFS Foundations in Health and Safety e-learning will satisfy all required health and safety topics. There is no charge for this training. Sign up to complete this training today!

Aug 17, 2017

Recordatorio de la fecha límite del 30 de septiembre. La subvención federal para el cuidado y desarrollo del niño (CCDBG) requiere que ciertos empleados, cuidadores y voluntarios con licencia, registrados y legalmente exentos cumplan la capacitación de salud y seguridad antes del 30 de septiembre de 2017. Las fundaciones de OCFS de 5 horas en e-learning de Salud y Seguridad satisfarán todos los temas de salud y seguridad requeridos. No hay ningún cargo por este entrenamiento.

Jul 10, 2017

Nuevo curso online: Aprendizaje a distancia sobre fundamentos de salud y seguridad. La Oficina de Servicios para Niños y Familias (OCFS, por sus siglas en inglés) adoptó los reglamentos de emergencia el 20 de marzo de 2017. Estos reglamentos le ayudarán al estado de Nueva York a cumplir con los requisitos de salud y seguridad presentados en el programa federal del Bloque de Subsidios para el Desarrollo y Cuidado Infantil (CCDBG, por sus siglas en inglés) con que deben cumplir los programas de cuidado infantil con licencia y registro y los programas de cuidado infantil exentos legalmente inscritos antes del 30 de septiembre de 2017. Nos alegramos de anunciar que nuestro nuevo curso "Aprendizaje a distancia sobre fundamentos de salud y seguridad" le ayudará a cumplir con estos requisitos. Se inscriba hoy para comenzar este curso interactivo narrado de 5 horas.

May 18, 2017

New Online Course: Foundations in Health and Safety e-Learning. The Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) adopted emergency regulations on March 20, 2017. These regulations will help New York State fulfill the health and safety requirements set forth by the federal Child Care and Development Block Grant (CCDBG) that all licensed/registered and enrolled legally-exempt programs need to comply with by September 30, 2017. We are pleased to announce that our new course, "Foundations in Health and Safety e-Learning," will help you meet this requirement. Sign up today to take this fully narrated, interactive 5-hour course.

Apr 20, 2017

More Than Just 'Use Your Words': Promoting Positive Communication with Children. Join us on June 1, 2017 for our videoconference titled "More Than Just 'Use Your Words': Promoting Positive Communication with Children." During this training, you'll gain valuable information about the various ways we communicate and the impact it has on child development. You'll also learn techniques you can use to help children respond instead of react during times of stress. It's going to be packed with information that you're not going to want to miss, so register today!

Feb 06, 2017

Nutrition: Obesity Prevention, Picky Eaters and Food Allergy Management. Join us for our next videoconference titled "Nutrition: Obesity Prevention, Picky Eaters and Food Allergy Management" on March 16, 2017. During this informative training, you'll gain valuable information about nutrition for young children. You'll also get tips for working with picky eaters and how to manage food intolerances and food allergies in your program. It's going to be packed with information that you're not going to want to miss, so register today.

Jan 27, 2017

The 2017 Early Childhood Videoconference training schedule is now open for registration.

Jan 27, 2017

The 2017 Early Childhood videoconference training schedule is now available.

Jan 23, 2017

El Programa de Incentivo Educativo (Educational Incentive Program, EIP) 2017. Cuidado Infantil del Estado de Nueva York, El Programa de Incentivo Educativo (Educational Incentive Program, EIP): 2017 Solicitud de Becas y Cuadernillo de Información.

Jan 13, 2017

Important News for Schools and Child Care Facilities: Flu Season. Schools and child-care settings are required to post influenza educational material, in plain view, within their facilities. Information should be posted starting now. Influenza season begins in early fall and can last through May. Read more at the New York State Office of Children and Family Services website.

Dec 09, 2016

The Flu Shot is Your Best Shot! It's not too late to get the flu shot... An annual flu vaccine is the single best way to protect against the flu. Visit the link to read the full article at the The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) web site.

Dec 02, 2016

Study: Daily Routines Impact Childhood Development. A collaborative study, led by University at Albany psychologist Jennifer Weil Malatras, found that individuals who grow up with predictable, daily routines are less likely to have time management or attention problems as adults. Visit the link to read the full article.

Dec 02, 2016

Educational Incentive Program (EIP) 2017. The Information Booklet and Application for the 2017 Educational Incentive Program is now available online. You can also apply online right on our website.

Nov 30, 2016

New Online Course: Expulsion and Suspension Prevention Strategies. We are pleased to announce that we have added our newest e-Learning course titled "Expulsion and Suspension Prevention Strategies" to our course catalog. During this fully narrated course trainees will learn important information pertaining to the definition of the terms expulsion and suspension; research and statistics about expulsion and suspension of children in early childhood programs; negative effects expulsion and prevention can have on young children and their families, and preventative measures that can be taken to reduce the amount of suspensions and expulsions that occur in early childhood. Learning points of the training are enhanced throughout using video clips and interactive exercises.

Sep 22, 2016

Addressing Challenging Behavior: The Pyramid Model in Action. Join us for our next videoconference titled "Addressing Challenging Behavior: The Pyramid Model in Action" on November 3, 2016. During this informative training, you'll be introduced to the Pyramid Model for Supporting Social Emotional Competence in Infants and Young Children. You'll also learn about specific strategies you can use to promote children's social emotional skill development which can help curb challenging behaviors. It will be packed with information that you're not going to want to miss, so register today at the link above.

Sep 22, 2016

Addressing Challenging Behavior: An Overview of the Pyramid Model. On June 3, 2016, we held the first in a two part series of Videoconferences "Addressing Challenging Behavior: An Overview of the Pyramid Model". We received many requests asking to make the videoconference available for those who could not attend that evening, so here it is! We encourage you to watch this webcast to learn about what the Pyramid Model is and how you can use it in your program to reduce challenging behaviors and support families. You will hear insight from staff of a program that works every day to implement the Pyramid Model. And when you are done watching, be sure to register for part two of the series, "Addressing Challenging Behavior: Pyramid Model in Action" where you will learn how to implement specific Pyramid Model strategies in your program.

May 23, 2016

Addressing Challenging Behavior: An Overview of the Pyramid Model. Join us for our next videoconference titled "Addressing Challenging Behavior: An Overview of the Pyramid Model" on June 23, 2016. During this informative training, you'll be introduced to the Pyramid Model for Supporting Social Emotional Competence in Infants and Young Children and find out how promoting social emotional skill development can help curb challenging behaviors. It's going to be packed with information that you're not going to want to miss, so register today at the link above.

May 03, 2016

Last Chance to Register - Identifying and Helping Children Who Have Experienced Trauma. Last Chance to Register for our next videoconference on May 19, 2016: Identifying and Helping Children Who Have Experienced Trauma. During this informative training, you'll learn about identifying the impact of trauma on children and their families and strategies you can implement to help them. It's going to be packed with information that you're not going to want to miss, so register by May 9th to reserve your seat at the link above.

Apr 27, 2016

Upcoming server maintenance for ECETP e-Learning Courses. Server maintenance is planned for 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM on Thursday, May 5th. ECETP e-Learning courses may be unavailable during this time. Please plan accordingly and thank you for your understanding.

Apr 21, 2016

Identifying and Helping Children Who Have Experienced Trauma. Join us for our next videoconference titled "Identifying and Helping Children Who Have Experienced Trauma" on May 19, 2016. During this informative training, you'll learn about identifying the impact of trauma on children and their families and strategies you can implement to help them. It's going to be packed with information that you're not going to want to miss, so register today at the link above.

Apr 12, 2016

Revised Health and Safety Trainer application. A newly revised 2016 Health and Safety Training TOT (Training of Trainers) application is available with updated information.

Mar 07, 2016

The 2016 Early Childhood Videoconference training schedule is now open for registration.

Mar 07, 2016

The 2016 Early Childhood videoconference training schedule is now available.

Mar 07, 2016

Programa de Incentivos para la Educacion (EIP) 2016. 2016 Cuidado Infantil del Estado de Nueva York, El Programa de Incentivos para la Educacion (Educational Incentive Program, EIP): Solicitud y folleto informativo.

Feb 23, 2016

The 2016 Health and Safety Training TOT (Training of Trainers) is now available.

Feb 23, 2016

Fax lines for program-specific functions are now listed on the contact us page.

Feb 08, 2016

The Early Childhood Education and Training Program has a new fax number! Our new fax number is: (518) 442-6644.

Dec 08, 2015

New Online Course - Infant Brain Development. We are pleased to announce that we have added our newest e-Learning course titled "Infant Brain Development" to our course catalog. During this fully narrated course trainees will learn important information pertaining to infant brain development. Learning points of the training are enhanced throughout using video clips and interactive exercises.

Dec 04, 2015

The MAT (Medication Administration Training) online test will be unavailable for server maintenance. Maintenance is scheduled from Friday 12/18 at 4:00 PM until Saturday 12/19 4:00 PM. Please plan accordingly, and thank you for your patience and understanding.

Dec 02, 2015

Educational Incentive Program (EIP) 2016. The 2016 Educational Incentive Program Application and Information Booklet is now available online.

Oct 28, 2015

Upcoming server maintenance for ECETP e-Learning Courses. Server maintenance is planned for 7 AM to 11 AM on Wednesday, November 4th. ECETP e-Learning courses may be unavailable during this time. Please plan accordingly and thank you for your understanding.

Oct 20, 2015

Town Hall Meeting: Managing Challenging Behavior. Join us for our next videoconference titled "Town Hall Meeting: Managing Challenging Behavior" on November 19, 2015. During this informative training, you will "sit in" on a Town Hall Meeting with Jennifer Birckmayer, a former Senior Extension Associate with the Department of Human Development at Cornell University. Through conversations, question and answer sessions and interactions with the audience she will provide information on seven principles of discipline from her book "Discipline is NOT a Dirty Word." It's going to be packed with information that you're not going to want to miss, so register today by visiting the link above.

Oct 08, 2015

The Early Childhood Education and Training Program has moved! Our new phone number is: (518) 442-6575. Our new address is: 4 Tower Place, 4th Floor, Albany, NY 12203.

Sep 10, 2015

Child Abuse and Maltreatment with A Focus on Understanding Brain Injury. Join us for our next videoconference titled "Child Abuse and Maltreatment with A Focus on Understanding Brain Injury" on October 22, 2015. During this informative training we'll review basic child abuse and maltreatment information and guidelines, including your responsibilities as a mandated reporter. We will also focus on what brain injuries are, how they occur in children and the signs and symptoms of brain injury. You'll be provided strategies that will support young children with brain injuries, as well as provide tips for ways to reduce brain injury and risk. It's going to be packed with information that you're not going to want to miss, so register today by visiting the link above.

Aug 18, 2015

Upcoming server maintenance for ECETP e-Learning Courses. Server maintenance is planned for midnight to 6 AM on Saturday, September 5th. ECETP e-Learning courses may be unavailable during this time. Please plan accordingly and thank you for your understanding.

Jul 31, 2015

Moving and Grooving in Your Child Care Program. Join us for our next videoconference titled "Moving and Grooving in Your Child Care Program" on September 3, 2015. During this informative training, experts in the field will discuss why music and movement opportunities are beneficial for young children. We will discuss how to choose music for young children and how to set up a music and movement area in your program. We will also provide you with the opportunity to see young children engaged in different music and movement activities that will enhance their cognitive, physical and affective development. It's going to be packed with information that you're not going to want to miss, so register today by visiting the link above.

May 22, 2015

Looking at your Child Care Program through a Different Lens. Join us for our next videoconference titled "Looking at your Child Care Program through a Different Lens" on June 18, 2015. During this informative training you'll view video examples of challenging situations and then you'll have an opportunity to weigh in on them. Finally, the panel of guests will discuss each situation and provide guidance on ways things could be rectified or improved using best practice techniques and strategies. It's going to be packed with information that you're not going to want to miss, so be sure to register today.

May 21, 2015

How to clear your cookies for ECETP e-Learning Courses. If you're having difficulty accessing our e-Learning courses after our server upgrades, please clear your cookies and try again. Information on how to clear your cookies can be found at the link above.

May 05, 2015

Author Study with a Focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math). Join us on the evening of May 21, 2015, for the videoconference titled "Author Study with a Focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)". During this informative training, experts in the field will discuss what STEM education is, why it's important and provide you with ideas for ways to bring more STEM education into your program. We will introduce you to children's non-fiction author Gail Gibbons. We will also provide you with the opportunity to see young children engaged in activities based on one of Gibbons' books. It's going to be packed with information that you're not going to want to miss, so register today by visiting the link above.

Mar 31, 2015

New Online Course - School Age Child Care. We are pleased to announce that we have added our newest e-Learning course titled "School Age Child Care" to our course catalog. During this fully narrated course trainees will learn important information pertaining to School Age Child Care Programs. Learning points of the training are enhanced throughout using video clips and interactive exercises.

Mar 27, 2015

A Closer Look at the New Day Care Center and School-Age Regulations. Join us for our next videoconference titled "A Closer Look at the New Day Care Center and School-Age Regulations" on April 30, 2015. During this informative training representatives from the Office of Children and Family Services will review the importance of regulations and discuss how they affect the important work you do with the children in your care. Guests will also highlight specific upcoming changes to the Day Care Center and School-Age Child Care regulations to keep you informed and up to date. It's going to be packed with information that you're not going to want to miss, so register today by visiting the link above.

Mar 05, 2015

Additional Trainings Added for Owners of Multiple FDC and GFDC Programs. Child care providers who own multiple family and/or group family day care programs are required by regulation to complete a mandatory training developed specifically for this group of providers. Click the link above for more information about this training, to see the new training dates and locations that have been added, and to register. Registration for this course is required, since walk-ins cannot be admitted.

Feb 25, 2015

The 2015 Early Childhood Videoconference training schedule is now open for registration.

Feb 25, 2015

The 2015 Early Childhood videoconference training schedule is now available.

Jan 26, 2015

Interested in becoming a Health and Safety Trainer? New Health and Safety TOT sessions have been added to the calendar. For information on how to apply, click the link above.

Jan 06, 2015

New Online Course - Supervision of Children. We are pleased to announce that we have added our newest e-Learning course titled "Supervision of Children" to our course catalog. During this fully narrated course trainees will learn about the importance of properly supervising children in child care programs, including information on types of injuries, ratio, supervision techniques, supervision in different scenarios, staff absences and consequences of inadequate supervision. Learning points of the training are enhanced throughout using video clips and interactive exercises.

Dec 02, 2014

Educational Incentive Program (EIP) 2015. The 2015 Educational Incentive Program Application and Information Booklet is now available online. *New for 2015: The maximum award amount for college courses has increased to $2,500 for both Upstate and Downstate providers.

Nov 20, 2014

Additional Videoconference cancellations. Due to inclement weather, the following site has cancelled the November 20th videoconference training: Site 653: Lakeville - The Child Care Council in Livingston County.

Nov 20, 2014

Additional Videoconference cancellations. Due to inclement weather, the following site has cancelled the November 20th videoconference training: Site 633: Batavia - Orleans Community Action Committee Genesee.

Nov 20, 2014

Additional Videoconference cancellations. Due to inclement weather, the following sites have cancelled the November 20th videoconference training: Site 731: Perry - Wyoming County Community Action Inc., Site 613: Child Care Coalition of Niagara Frontier, Site 608: Jamestown, Site 604: Jefferson and Lewis Child Care (Watertown).

Nov 19, 2014

Videoconference cancellations. Due to inclement weather, the following sites have cancelled the November 20th videoconference training: Site 713: Chautauqua Child Care Council at SUNY Fredonia and Site 733: Lord of Life Adult and Child Services, Inc.

Oct 31, 2014

Continuity of Care. Join us on the evening of November 20, 2014, for the videoconference titled "Continuity of Care". During this informative training, experts in the field will offer information about the benefits of using the primary caregiving model everyone can share with families. We will define the term continuity of care and demonstrate ways to implement it. Guests will also discuss some hurdles you may see to the continuity of care model and offer useful tips for ways your can try to overcome them. It's going to be packed with information that you're not going to want to miss, so register today by visiting the link above.

Oct 31, 2014

Sep 18, 2014

Caring for Children with ADHD. Join us on the evening of October 23, 2014, for the videoconference titled "Caring for Children with ADHD". During this informative training, you will "sit in" on a Town Hall Meeting with Dr. Edward Hallowell, a child and adult psychiatrist, NY Times bestselling author, world-renowned speaker and leading authority in the field of ADHD. He will discuss a variety of topics including, the history of ADHD, the medical model of ADHD and a strengths-based model of ADHD. He will also provide you with hands-on, practical strategies you can use to help a child in your care who has been diagnosed with ADHD. It's going to be packed with information that you're not going to want to miss, so register today by visiting the link above.

Sep 02, 2014

Training Opportunity: Healthy Beverages in Child Care. The Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) and Department of Health, Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) developed a 45 minute training to help family and group family day care providers learn the new regulations for serving healthy beverages in child care. This fully narrated training summarizes the effect beverages can have on the health of children, describes the OCFS child day care regulation for beverages and identifies acceptable healthy beverages. All you need to do is view the training presentation, answer the quiz questions and receive your certificate of training. There is no cost to the participant, so register today and earn training credit! If you require additional assistance please send an email to the following address: CACFPadmin@health.state.ny.us

Aug 11, 2014

Quality Programming in Child Care. Join us on the evening of September 11, 2014, for the videoconference titled "Quality Programming in Child Care". During this informative training, experts in the field will discuss the four main components of high quality child care programs- staff, learning environments, health and safety, and family involvement. We will provide you with ideas for ways you can make improvements in each of these areas of your child care program. It's going to be packed with information that you're not going to want to miss, so register today by visiting the link above.

May 23, 2014

Author Study: Mo Willems. Join us on the evening of June 19, 2014, for the videoconference titled "Author Study: Mo Willems". During this informative training, experts in the field will discuss the importance of helping young children develop early literacy skills in the areas of listening, speaking, reading and writing. We will introduce you to characters and illustration techniques used throughout the works of children's author Mo Willems. We will also provide you with the opportunity to see young children engaged in activities throughout different learning areas based on one of Willems' books. It's going to be packed with information that you're not going to want to miss, so register today by visiting the link above.

Apr 23, 2014

Infant Feeding Practices in Child Care Settings. Infants depend on the adults in their lives to provide them with a safe, healthy environment where they can explore, develop and grow. This includes providing them with adequate nutrition, whether they are formula fed, breast fed, or being introduced to solid foods. To give you some ideas about the nutritional needs for infants we will be presenting our next Videoconference of the 2014 series, "Infant Feeding Practices in Child Care Settings" on the evening of Thursday, May 22, 2014. Join us for this informative training where experts in the field will discuss how to provide a supportive environment for infant feeding and regulations that address this important topic. It's going to be packed with information that you're not going to want to miss, so be sure to register today.

Apr 22, 2014

Safe Sleep for Your Baby. The New York State Office of Children and Family Services, in partnership with the Children and Family Trust Fund, recently developed a video titled "Safe Sleep for Your Baby." This video promotes safe sleeping practices for families with infants and young children. We encourage you to share this video with the families you serve. This video is part of a continuing OCFS initiative to reduce child fatalities where unsafe sleeping conditions are a factor. The video is available on the OCFS YouTube page or on the OCFS website. http://www.youtube.com/TheNYSOCFS or http://ocfs.ny.gov/main/cps/safe_sleep_video.asp. We encourage you to visit either location, and bookmark the video for future use. Your commitment to promoting the wellbeing of New York State's youngest children is appreciated. It is our hope that you will make every effort to participate in this initiative.

Apr 17, 2014

Programa de Incentivos para la Educacion (EIP) 2014. 2014 Cuidado Infantil del Estado de Nueva York Programa de Incentivos para la Educacion: Solicitud y folleto informativo.

Mar 24, 2014

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, so what better time to learn about protective factors for children and families and how you can implement them, which will help you uphold your roles and responsibilities as a mandated reporter. Join us on the evening of April 24, 2014, for the videoconference titled "Child Abuse and Maltreatment: Protective Factors". During this informative training experts in the field will discuss the different protective factors for child abuse and maltreatment. We'll introduce you to practical ways you can increase these protective factors for the children and families in your care. We'll also share information with you about child abuse and maltreatment and your roles and responsibilities as a mandated reporter. It's going to be packed with information that you're not going to want to miss, so register today by visiting the link above.

Mar 13, 2014

The 2014 Early Childhood Videoconference training schedule is now open for registration.

Feb 28, 2014

The 2014 Early Childhood videoconference training schedule is now available.

Dec 23, 2013

New Online Course- Obesity Prevention. We are pleased to announce that we have added our newest e-Learning course titled "Obesity Prevention" to our course catalog. During this fully narrated course trainees will learn important information pertaining to the importance of combating the childhood obesity epidemic by providing young children with many opportunities for active play, reducing the amount of screen time they get, and providing them with healthy food choices. Learning points of the training are enhanced throughout using video clips and interactive exercises.

Dec 02, 2013

Educational Incentive Program (EIP) 2014. The 2014 Educational Incentive Program brochure and application are now available.

Oct 22, 2013

Administration and Management with a Focus on Child Day Care Regulations. The New York State Office of Children and Family Service's Division of Child Care has regulations that child care providers are required to follow so they can provide developmentally appropriate care while keeping the children they care for healthy and safe. To help you better understand the proposed changes coming to the regulations, we will be presenting our last Videoconference of the 2013 series, "Administration and Management with a Focus on Child Day Care Regulations" on the evening of Thursday, November 14, 2013. Join us for this informative training where representatives from the Office of Children and Family Services will review the proposed regulations to provide you with the most current information available. It's going to be packed with information that you're not going to want to miss, so register today at the link above.

Oct 07, 2013

Family and Community Relationships with a Focus on Bullying during the School-Age Years. October is National Bullying Prevention month, so what better time to learn tips for ways you can prevent bullying in your school-age child care program. Join us on the evening of October 17, 2013, for our videoconference titled "Family and Community Relationships with a Focus on Bullying during the School-Age Years". During this informative training experts in the field will discuss what bullying is and provide you with measures you can begin implementing in your program tomorrow to help you prevent bullying in your school-age child care program. It's going to be packed with information that you're not going to want to miss, so register today by visiting the link above.