1. Healthcare

Spring 2015
Professional Development
& Training Calendar
CHILD CARE RESOURCE & REFERRAL AGENCY
Trainings at a Glance

Basics of Culturally &
Linguistically Appropriate
Practices

Early Childhood Trauma

Finding a Curriculum that
Works

Introduction to Screening
Tools

Illinois Early Learning &
Development Standards
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
Sudden Infant Death
Syndrome
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
The Creative
Curriculum for
Preschool
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Free Online Trainings for
ExceleRate Illinois!
Several trainings required throughout the ExceleRate Illinois Circles of Quality are
currently available online.

Meaningful Interactions to

Enhance Relationships &

Learning

Poverty Café
We Choose Health (Series)
Proudly Serving:
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Bureau County
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Fulton County
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LaSalle County
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Marshall County
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Peoria County
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Putnam County
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Stark County
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Tazewell County
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Woodford County
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An Introduction to Transitions
Basics of Culturally Linguistically Appropriate Practices
Creating Individual Professional Development Plans
ExceleRate Illinois Orientation for Child Care Centers
Finding a Curriculum that Works for You
Fundamentals of Child Assessment
Introduction to Developmental Screening Tools
Understanding & Planning for Continuous Quality Improvement
Welcoming Each & Every Child
Visit courses.inccrra.org. for more information or to register today!
Find training that is the best fit for you & your program!
Refer to the training legend below that explains each icon found throughout the
training calendar.
Child Care Centers
B ExceleRate Illinois
Bronze Circle of
Quality training
Family Child Care
Registry Approved training
S ExceleRate Illinois
G ExceleRate Illinois
Silver Circle of
Quality training
Gold Circle of
Quality training
Contact us:
Mailing Address: 3425 N. Dries Lane, Peoria, IL 61604
Phone: (309) 686-3750 or (800) 421-4371 TTY Callers: 309-686-3695
Fax: 309-686-3850
Website: www.salchildcareconnection.org
INTRODUCTION
The knowledge and skills of a caregiver or teacher is one of the most significant and direct influences on the
quality of child care. Trainings and workshops are important in improving your skills working with young children
and families. They provide a great opportunity for you to share your ideas, experiences and knowledge with others
in the field of early care and education. SAL Child Care Connection encourages you to take advantage of the
training opportunities listed in this calendar. These educational, hands-on workshops seek to promote an
understanding of child development and strengthen developmentally appropriate practices.
TRAINING and RESOURCE LIBRARY LOCATIONS:
SAL Child Care Connection
Training and Resource Library
3425 N. Dries Lane, Peoria, IL
Contact: Angie Hendricks
Phone: (800) 421-4371 or (309) 686-3750
Fax: (309) 686-3850
Canton YWCA
Training and Resource Library
Streator Child Development Center
Training and Resource Library
111 N. Ave. A, Canton, IL
Contact: Penny Whites
Phone: (309) 647– 0441
405 Chicago St., Streator, IL
Contact: Sue Novotney
Phone: (815) 672– 4350
Graham Hospital
Bruce Township Hall
210 W. Walnut, Canton, IL
Contact: Penny Whites
Phone: (309) 647-0441
218 N. Sterling St., Streator, IL
Contact: Sue Novotney
Phone: (815) 672-4350
SAL Child Care Connection is now offering Registry Approved Trainings!
SAL Child Care Connection completed the “Authorized Entity” process through the Gateways to Opportunity
Registry on November 13, 2013. The Gateways to Opportunity Registry Authorized Entity was created for
existing professional development entities to have a streamline method for getting trainings Registry-approved.
This approval process validates that an entity’s trainer and training selection processes meet the criteria established
for the Registry; therefore eliminating the need to submit each individual training and trainer for review. As a
Gateways Registry Authorized Entity, SAL Child Care Connection may offer any of our trainings as
Registry-approved trainings.
WORKSHOP CATEGORIES
Training sessions sponsored or co-sponsored by SAL Child Care Connection and which offer in-service hours are
organized by eight subject/content areas of the Child Development Associate Credential (CDA):
1) Health and Safety: Planning a safe and healthy learning environment
2) Physical and Intellectual Development: Steps to advance children’s physical/intellectual development
3) Social and Emotional Development: Positive ways to support children’s social and emotional needs
4) Relationships with Families: Strategies to establish productive relationships with families
5) Program Operation: Strategies to manage an effective program operation
6) Professionalism: Maintaining a commitment to professionalism
7) Information Collection: Observing and recording young children’s behaviors
Trainings offered by SAL Child Care Connection may meet requirements for other credentials.
Child Care Connection is committed to strengthening and supporting the child care system so that families have access to affordable, quality care and education.
SPRING 2015
T RAINING AT-A-GLANCE
Training Location:
SAL Child Care Connection
3425 N. Dries Lane, Peoria, IL 61604
Day, Date
Time
Training
Content Area
Cost
Registration Ends
Tuesday,
January 13
1:00-3:00pm
2 clock hours
ExceleRate™ Illinois Orientation for
Child Care Centers
Program
Operations
FREE
January 12
Central Illinois Day Care Association
Monthly Meeting (CIDCO)
Varies
Free for CIDCO
members or
$3.00 for
non-members
To register call
CIDCO at
(309) 263-7380
Poverty Café
How Assumptions & Stigmas affect
how we work with families
Relationships
with Families
FREE
January 19
To register call
Melissa at
(800) 421-4371
Saturday, 8:30 - 11:30 am
January 24 3 clock hours
ECE Credential Level 1: Tier 3
Child Growth & Development (7a)
Birth to 8 months
Child
Development
FREE
January 16
Saturday,
January 24
ECE Credential Level 1: Tier 3
Child Growth & Development (7b)
8 months to 18 months
Child
Development
FREE
January 16
B
Tuesday,
January 13
6:30-8:30 pm
Wednesday,
6:30-8:30 pm
January 21
Saturday,
January 31 &
February 7
12:30-3:30 pm
3 clock hours
8:30 am 4:30 pm
Both dates
15 clock hours
S
G
The Creative Curriculum
for Preschool-5th Edition
S
Monday,
6:30-8:30pm
February 2 &
Both days
Wednesday,
4 clock hours
February 4
An Introduction to the Environment
Rating Scales (ERS)
B
S
Physical /
Intellectual
Development,
$20
Social/
includes
Emotional
materials
Development and lunch
& Child
Development
January 23
$10
Physical/
includes
Intellectual
ERS book,
Development
materials
January 26
G
Child Care Connection is committed to strengthening and supporting the child care system so that families have access to affordable, quality care and education.
SPRING 2015
T RAINING AT-A-GLANCE
Training Location:
SAL Child Care Connection
3425 N. Dries Lane, Peoria, IL 61604
Time
Day, Date
Tuesday,
February 3 6:30 - 8:30 pm
&
Both dates
Tuesday
4 clock hours
February 17
Training
Illinois Early Learning Guidelines
(2 sessions)
B
Content Area
Cost
Registration Ends
Social /
Emotional
Development,
Information
Collection &
Child
Development
FREE
January 27
Thursday,
February 5
6:30-8:30 pm
2 clock hours
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
(SIDS)
Health/Safety
FREE
January 29
Tuesday,
February 10
9:00-11:00 am
2 clock hours
ExceleRate™ Illinois Orientation for
Child Care Centers
Program
Operations
FREE
February 3
Varies
Free for
CIDCO
members or
$3.00 for
nonmembers
To register call
CIDCO at
(309) 263-7380
B
S
G
Tuesday,
February 10
6:30-8:30 pm
Central Illinois Day Care Association
Monthly Meeting (CIDCO)
Saturday,
February 14
8:30-11:30 am
3 clock hours
ECE Credential Level 1: Tier 3
Child Growth & Development (7c)
18 months to 36 months
Child
Development
FREE
February 6
Saturday,
February 14
12:30-3:30 pm
3 clock hours
ECE Credential Level 1: Tier 3
Preschool Age Child (8a)
Social and Emotional
Development
Social/
Emotional
Development
FREE
February 6
Monday,
February 16
&
Wednesday,
February 18
6:30-8:30 pm
Both dates
4 clock hours
$10
An Introduction to the Family Child
Physical/
includes
Intellectual FCCERS
Care Environment Rating Scale
Development
book &
(FCCERS)
February 9
materials
ExceleRate™ Illinois Getting Ready for the PAS | Online Module
B
S
G
Learn how formal assessment can help you identify strengths and target areas for improvement. You’ll spend time exploring what each item of
the PAS measures, have the opportunity to practice scoring, prep for a formal assessment, and learn how to use the PAS to create a program
improvement plan.
To Register visit: www.mccormickcenter.nl.edu Registration cost:$10 (Reduced rate for Illinois participants) Cost includes: All required
materials, including the Program Administration Scale (book)
Child Care Centers
Family Child Care
B
Bronze Circle
S
Silver Circle
G
Gold Circle
Registry Approved training
SPRING 2015
T RAINING AT-A-GLANCE
Training Location:
SAL Child Care Connection
3425 N. Dries Lane, Peoria, IL 61604
Day, Date
Time
Training
Content Area
Cost
Registration Ends
Wednesday,
February 25
6:30-8:30 pm
2 clock hours
What is CCAP?
(Child Care Assistance Program)
Program
Operations
FREE
February 18
Thursday
February 26
9:00 am1:30 pm
4 clock hours
Thursday,
March 5
9:00-11:00 am
2 clock hours
$10
Physical/
includes
An Introduction to the Environment
Intellectual ERS book,
Rating Scales (ERS)
Development materials
B
S
G
and lunch
ExceleRate™ Illinois Orientation
for Child Care Centers
B
Saturday,
March 7
9:00 am 3:30 pm
6 Clock Hours
S
February 19
Program
Operations
FREE
February 26
Physical/
Intellectual
Development
FREE
includes
lunch
February 27
Varies
Free for CIDCO
members or
$3.00 for
non-members
To register call
CIDCO at
(309) 263-7380
G
Illinois Early Learning &
Development Standards (IELDS)
B
Tuesday,
March 10
6:30-8:30 pm
Central Illinois Day Care Association
Monthly Meeting (CIDCO)
Tuesday,
March 17
6:30-8:30 pm
2 clock hours
Early Childhood Trauma
Social/
Emotional
Development
$10
March 10
Tuesday,
March 24
6:30-8:30 pm
2 clock hours
Poverty Café How Assumptions & Stigmas affect
how we work with families
Relationships
with Families
FREE
March 17
Saturday,
March 28
8:30 am4:30 pm
7.5 clock hours
Welcoming Each & Every Child
Physical/
Intellectual
Development
$15
includes
lunch
March 20
Health/
Safety
$10
April 6
B
Monday,
April 13
6:30 - 8:30 pm
2 clock hours
S
G
Healthy Lifestyles: Addressing
Obesity in Early Childhood
Child Care Connection is committed to strengthening and supporting the child care system so that families have access to affordable, quality care and education.
SPRING 2015
T RAINING AT-A-GLANCE
Training Location:
SAL Child Care Connection
Day, Date
3425 N. Dries Lane, Peoria, IL 61604
Time
Training
Content Area
Cost
Registration Ends
6:30-8:30 pm
Central Illinois Day Care Association
Monthly Meeting (CIDCO)
Varies
Free for CIDCO
members or
$3.00 for nonmembers
To register call
CIDCO at
(309) 263-7380
Monday,
April 20
6:30 - 8:30 pm
2 clock hours
Meaningful Interactions to
Enhance Relationships & Learning
Social/
Emotional
Development
$10
April 13
Saturday,
April 25
8:30-11:30 am
3 clock hours
ECE Credential Level 1: Tier 3
Preschool Age Child (8b)
Physical Development
Physical/
Intellectual
Development
FREE
April 17
Saturday,
April 25
12:30-3:30 pm
3 clock hours
ECE Credential Level 1: Tier 3
Preschool Age Child (8c)
Language Development
Physical/
Intellectual
Development
FREE
April 17
Wednesday,
April 29
6:30-8:30 pm
2 clock hours
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
(SIDS)
Health/Safety
FREE
April 22
FREE
April 23
Tuesday,
April 14
Thursday,
April 30
6:00-9:00pm
3 clock hours
Basics of Culturally & Linguistically
Appropriate Practice
Professionalism
B
Saturday,
May 2
&
May 9
Monday,
May 5 & 18
and
June 1 & 8
Relationships
with Families
&
9:00-11:00 am
Program for Infant and Toddler Care
Physical/
$20
Module III:
11:30 -1:30 pm
Intellectual
includes
Learning and Development
Both Days
Development 4 Sessions
&
8 clock hours
6:30-8:30 pm
All dates
8 clock hours
April 24
(4 Sessions)
We Choose Health Series
$20
(4 Sessions)
Health/Safety includes
Childhood Obesity, Healthy Eating,
materials
Physical Activity and Families
April 28
Child Care Connection is committed to strengthening and supporting the child care system so that families have access to affordable, quality care and education.
SPRING 2015
T RAINING AT-A-GLANCE
Training Location:
SAL Child Care Connection
3425 N. Dries Lane, Peoria, IL 61604
Day, Date
Time
Training
Content Area
Cost
Registration Ends
Thursday,
May 7
6:00-9:00pm
3 clock hours
Finding a Curriculum
that Works for You
Program
Operations
FREE
April 30
Central Illinois Day Care Association
Monthly Meeting (CIDCO)
Varies
Free for CIDCO
members or
$3.00 for
non-members
To register call
CIDCO at
(309) 263-7380
The Creative Curriculum
for Infants, Toddlers and Twos
Physical /
Intellectual
Development,
Social/
Emotional
& Child
Development
$20
includes
materials
and lunch
May 8
Program
Operations
FREE
May 14
6:30-8:30 pm
Central Illinois Day Care Association
Monthly Meeting (CIDCO)
Varies
Free for CIDCO
members or
$3.00 for
non-members
To register call
CIDCO at
(309) 263-7380
Saturday,
June 13
8:30-11:30 am
3 clock hours
ECE Credential Level 1: Tier 3
Preschool Age Child (8d)
Cognitive Development
Physical/
Intellectual
Development
FREE
June 5
Saturday,
June 13
12:30-3:30 pm
3 clock hours
ECE Credential Level 1: Tier 3
School Age
Development (9)
Child
Development
FREE
June 5
Saturday,
June 20 &
June 27
9:00-11:00 am
Program for Infant and Toddler Care
&
$20
Relationships
11:30 -1:30 pm
includes
Module IV: Culture, Family and
with Families
Both dates
4
Sessions
Providers (4 Sessions)
8 clock hours
B
Tuesday,
May 12
Saturday,
May
16 & 30
6:30-8:30 pm
8:30 am4:30 pm
Both dates
15 clock hours
S
Thursday,
May 21
Tuesday,
June 9
G
What is CCAP?
(Child Care
9:00-11:00 am
2 clock hours
Assistance Program)
B
Child Care Centers
Family Child Care
Bronze Circle
S
Silver Circle
June 12
G
Gold Circle
Registry Approved training
SPRING 2015
T RAINING AT-A-GLANCE
Training Location:
Bruce Township Hall
Day, Date
218 North Sterling Street, Streator, IL 61364
Time
Saturday,
8:30 am February 14
4:30 pm
&
Both dates
February 21 15 clock hours
Training
Content Area
Cost
Registration Ends
The Creative Curriculum
for Preschool-5th Edition
$20
includes
materials
and lunch
January 30
G
Physical /
Intellectual
Development,
Social/
Emotional
& Child
Development
Illinois Early Learning &
Development Standards
(IELDS)
Physical/
Intellectual
Development
FREE
includes
lunch
February 27
B
Saturday,
March 14
9:00 am 3:30 pm
6 Clock Hours
S
B
Training Location:
Canton YWCA
Day, Date
Time
Wednesday, 6:30-8:30 pm
January
Both days
21 & 28
4 clock hours
Thursday,
April 23
111 North Ave. A, Canton, IL 61520
1:00-4:00 pm
3 clock hours
Training
Content Area
Cost
Registration Ends
Illinois Early Learning Guidelines
Physical/
Intellectual
Development
FREE
includes
materials
January 7
Information
Collection
FREE
April 9
B
Introduction to Developmental
Screening
B
Training Location:
Graham Hospital
Day, Date
Time
Saturday,
March 28
&
April 11
8:30 am4:30 pm
Both dates
15 clock hours
210 West Walnut, Canton, IL 61520
Training
Content Area
Cost
Registration Ends
The Creative Curriculum
for Infants, Toddlers and Twos
Physical /
Intellectual
Development,
Social/
Emotional
& Child
$20
includes
materials
and lunch
March 13
S
Training Location:
Streator Child Development Center
Day, Date
Time
Saturday,
May 2
9:00 am 1:30pm
4 clock hours
405 Chicago Street, Streator, IL 61364
Training
An Introduction to the
Environment Rating Scales (ERS)
B
S
G
Content Area
Cost
$10
Physical/
includes
Intellectual ERS book,
Development materials
& lunch
Registration Ends
April 17
ExceleRate™ Illinois Getting Ready for the BAS | Online Module
Learn how formal assessment of your business and professional practices can help you identify program strengths and target areas for
improvement. You’ll spend time exploring what each item of the BAS measures, have the opportunity to practice scoring, prep for a formal
assessment, and learn how to use the BAS to create a program improvement plan.
To Register visit: www.mccormickcenter.nl.edu Registration cost:$10 (Reduced rate for Illinois participants)
Cost includes: All required materials, including the Program Administration Scale (book)
Tr a in i n g / Wor k s h o p D e s c r i p t i o n s
An Introduction to the Environment Rating Scales (ERS)
Angie Hendricks, Provider Services Manager and Melissa Bates, Early Childhood Consultant
This training is for center based programs and provides an overview of the Environment Rating Scales (ERS). ERS
are user-friendly assessment tools that measure the quality of the learning environment for infants through
school-age. After completing this training, participants will be able to use the tool (s) for program self-assessment
and improvement planning.
Learning Objectives; Use tools for self assessment of programs and apply ERS results to plan program improvements.
An Introduction to the Family Child Care Environment Rating Scales (FCCERS)
Jill McNiff, CCRRN Provider Services Manager
This training is for family child care practitioners and provides an overview of the Family Child Care Environment Rating
Scale (FCCERS). FCCERS is a user-friendly assessment tool used to measure the quality of the learning environment.
After completing this training, participants will be able to use the tool for program self-assessment and improvement
planning.
Learning Objectives; Use tool for self assessment of programs and apply FCCERS‐R results to plan program improvements.
Basics of Culturally & Linguistically Appropriate Practice
Melissa Green, Quality Assistant
In this training, participants will learn about the complexities of culture and how culture impacts interactions with families and
other professionals. Through discussion and group activities, participants will explore their own cultural competence and
awareness. Learning Objectives; Identify and explain how culture influences interactions with others
Central Illinois Day Care Association (CIDCO) Monthly Meetings
CIDCO is a local organization which supports the professional development of family child care providers. This group
meets on a monthly basis at Child Care Connection (unless noted) and offers trainings, open discussions and
presentation. To register or for more information: Call CIDCO at 309-263-7380 Cost: Free for Members; $3.00 for non-members
Date:
Topic:
Trainer:
January 13, 2015 Open Discussion
February 10, 2015 Responsive Caregiving & Identity
Chelsi Engelken, Infant Toddler Specialist
March 10, 2015
Poison Prevention
Cara Murdoch, Quality Specialist
April 14, 2015
Julie Herzog, All Our Kids Early Childhood Coordinator
May 12, 2015
Assumptions & Stigmas that affect working with
families
Food Program
June 9, 2015
Provider’s Night Out
Daycare Resources
Early Childhood Trauma
Carol Tiggelaar, MA, LCPC, Early Childhood Behavioral Health Consultant
Although we like to think of the early years as filled with joy, excitement, learning and growth, this is not always the
case. The rates of childhood maltreatment and trauma are highest for our youngest children. As a result, chances are
likely that you are caring for a child that has experienced a significant trauma. In this workshop, we will explore how
trauma impacts the brain and behavioral development in young children, the symptoms of early childhood trauma, and
how to care for a child who has experienced a trauma.
Learning Objectives; Recognize the symptoms of early childhood trauma and caregiver strategies to promote healthy socialemotional development in young children.
Child Care Connection is committed to strengthening and supporting the child care system so that families have access to affordable, quality care and education.
Tr a in i n g / Wor k s h o p D e s c r i p t i o n s
ECE Credential Level 1 Training: Tier3
Linda Smith, CCRRN Training Coordinator
This early care and education training introduces participants to general child development, health and safety, environments for
children, infants through school-age, and the importance of relationships with children and their families. Completing these 16
modules can result in the award of the Gateways to Opportunity ECE Credential Level 1.
Child Growth and Development 0-8 months (7A) Newborns and young babies are developing at an incredible rate,
causing them to have special needs unlike older children. In this class, you’ll discover how children from birth to 8
months learn and grow, and how to individualize their care accordingly.
Learning Objectives; describe how different temperaments may influence behavior and list developmental benefits for children from
a specific example of a play situation.
Child Growth and Development 8-18 months (7B) In this continuation of the first child development class, you’ll
explore development among children 8 to 18 months. You will identify how this age group differs in growth and their
approach to learning, and discover toys, games and songs that are helpful and just right for their development.
Learning Objectives; describe examples of behavior in appropriate domains and describe how to use a developmental chart for
recognizing typical and atypical behavior.
Child Growth and Development 18-36 months (7C) Toddlers are an energetic bunch who require plenty of
stimulation and education. In this final section of child development training, you’ll explore how children aged 18 to 36
months learn language, learn to think, learn to move and learn feelings, so you can better nurture this often-curious age
group.
Learning Objectives; describe how emotional development supports social, motor, and language development and identify cultural
traditions that influence the social and emotional development of children.
Preschool Age Child Social Emotional Development (8A) As children approach preschool age, their needs begin
to change. This is the first of four classes designed to better understand children as they approach school age. You will
identify characteristics of social and emotional development and learn techniques for promoting appropriate and
effective discipline for preschool children.
Learning Objectives; list key elements of an environment that is likely to support emotionally healthy development in young children and identify
ways to help children develop a positive sense of self.
Preschool Age Child-Physical Development (8B) As toddlers mature, their minds aren’t the only thing growing at
an incredible rate. You’ll understand the special areas of physical development in preschool-aged children. You also will
learn about fine motor activities that will help preschoolers grow into their bodies while developing proper coordination
and movement.
Learning Objectives; name examples of modifications to materials or activity plans that could be used to support active participation by children
with special needs and discuss benefits that children gain from productive engagement.
Preschool Age Child-Language Development (8C) Appropriate speech patterns and language skills are crucial to
nurturing effective communications by preschoolers. In this third class on preschool development, you will explore how
to use a picture and storybooks to lay the foundation for good reading and proper language use. You will be able to
identify communication milestones that would be typical at different developmental ages between three and five years.
This class comes complete with discussions on how to help children with special needs.
Learning Objectives; identify ways in which home culture and language influence learning a second language and identify one way in which
socioeconomic status may be related to language development.
Preschool Age Child-Cognitive Development (8D) In this final session on preschool development, participants will
be able to identify milestones in cognitive development for children, 3-5 years. You’ll dive deeper into how preschoolers
learn and identify tips for making learning fun. With suggestions for activities that encourage your preschoolers to
explore numbers, shapes, colors and science, this class gives all the information you need to grow and stretch the ability
of children to think and understand.
Learning Objectives; identify milestones in cognitive development for children, 3-5 years and describe the importance of using a curriculum for
supporting children’s development and learning.
Tr a in i n g / Wor k s h o p D e s c r i p t i o n s
ECE Credential Level 1 Training: (continued)
Linda Smith, CCRRN Training Coordinator
The School-Age Child (9) Completing the important section on child development, this class looks at school-aged
children to uncover how their learning and growth differs. After completing this training, participants will be able to
identify physical, cognitive, social/emotional, and communication milestones that would be typical at different ages
between six and twelve years. With tips on how to better care for school-aged youth, this class also offers you
guidance on how to set rules, limits, and safety guidelines.
Learning Objectives; identify physical, cognitive, social/emotional, and communication milestones, that would be typical at different ages
between six and twelve years and describe how a particular activity reflects and promotes children’s choices and interests
ECE Credential Level 1 trainings meet IDCFS pre-service training requirements for IDCFS licensing.
ExceleRate™ Illinois Orientation for Child Care Centers
Chelsi Engelken, Infant Toddler Specialist
ExceleRate Illinois is the new quality and improvement system for licensed child care centers, Head Start, and
Preschool for All programs. This orientation provides an overview of the goals, quality indicators, benefits of
participation, application process, and the system supports available for success at reaching each Circle of Quality.
Learning Objectives; Define ExceleRate Illinois and continuous quality Improvement (CQI)
Finding A Curriculum that Works for You
Angie Hendricks, Provider Services Manager
Participants will define developmentally appropriate practice and review the benefits of various curricula approaches.
Through group activities and discussion on the use of effective curriculum, participants will be able to determine
which curriculum approach best fits their program.
Learning Objectives; Explain the purpose of curriculum and recognize how curriculum defines your practice/work
Healthy Lifestyles: Addressing Obesity in Early Childhood
Heidi German, BSN, R.N., Child Care Nurse Consultant
This training will address the increasingly worsening problem of obesity in young children. By providing practical
information from reliable sources, the overall aim is to improve the nutritional and physical activity choices made for
and by children both at home and in childcare.
Learning Objectives; Describe the role of the child care environment and of the child care staff in helping children lead a healthy
lifestyle
Illinois Early Learning & Development Standards
Melissa Bates, Early Childhood Consultant
Come and learn all about the new Illinois Early Learning and Development Standards for children ages 3-5. Participants will learn how these standards connect to the Birth to Three Guidelines and the Common Core Standards. Participants will also engage in discussions about how to apply the benchmarks to their lesson plans and their assessment
systems. We will discuss how to share the benchmarks with families, too.
Learning Objectives; Discover strategies to connect the benchmarks and curriculum in the classroom and build on prior knowledge of
observation/assessment in relationship to the Illinois Early Learning and Development Standards
July- December 2015 Training Opportunities
Illinois STARNET provides a variety of opportunities for personal and professional growth for those who touch the lives of young children, ages
birth through eight, with an emphasis on children with special needs. STARNET supports family-centered, researched and effective practices in
early childhood education and care. For more information on STARNET call (800)227-7537.
For a list of workshops and webinars offered through STARNET visit: www.starnet.org/training/
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Illinois Early Learning Guidelines
Chelsi Engelken, Infant Toddler Specialist
This training gives early childhood practitioners an overview of program guidelines for children birth to age three.
The training creates a foundational understanding for providers and practitioners in the field of what children birth to
age three are expected to know and do across multiple domains.
Learning Objectives; Develop plans for the implementation of the Illinois Early Learning Guidelines in planning and family routines of interaction
with children and families
Introduction to Developmental Screening
Heidi German, BSN, R.N., Child Care Nurse Consultant
The process of developmental screening in the early childhood setting is introduced to practitioners. A review of several
commercial screening tools is discussed to provide child care practitioners options in monitoring a child’s typical
development.
Learning Objectives; Define the different types of developmental screening widely used in early childhood setting in Illinois and who should use
them
Meaningful Interactions to Enhance Relationships & Learning
Carol Tiggelaar, MA, LCPC, Early Childhood Behavioral Health Consultant
Children learn and develop in the context of relationships that are responsive, consistent, and nurturing. In this
workshop, we will explore the interaction skills needed to provide a framework to support you in becoming a more
responsive teacher, more tuned into the emotional needs of the children in your care, and more thoughtful and
intentional in your interactions with children. We will explore topics, such as respectful listening, powerful interactions,
empathy, and positive affirmation. This is an interactive workshop with small group reflections.
Learning Objectives; Explore and develop interaction skills to become a more responsive caregiver
Poverty Café:
How Assumptions & Stigmas affect how we work with Families
Julie Herzog, All Our Kids Early Childhood Coordinator
Assumptions & stigmas can be huge obstacles for families in poverty. What issues do assumptions & stigmas cause?
How can we support families in poverty and come together as a community? The Poverty Café is a great way to: be a
part of the conversation, connect diverse perspectives, explore questions that matter, and share collective ideas.
Learning Objectives; Develop ideas to support children and families in poverty
Program for Infant & Toddler Care:
Module III: Learning and Development
Barbara Ross-Lowery, CCRRN Infant Toddler Specialist
Module IV: Culture, Family, and Providers
Program for Infant Toddler Care is designed to help child care directors and infant/toddler care teachers become
sensitive to infants' cues, connect with their family and culture, and develop responsive, relationship-based care.
This training takes an in-depth look at cognitive and social-emotional development, encouraging growth within daily
routines and tips on setting up appropriate environments for experienced infant and toddler professionals.
Module III Learning Objectives; Recognize the six discoveries of infancy and apply strategies to enhance language development in infants and
toddlers.
Module IV Learning Objectives; Use the ten keys to culturally sensitive child care in providing child care and adapt strategies to communicate with
parents to resolve issues.
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
Julie Herzog, All Our Kids Early Childhood Coordinator
Do you care for infants? Are you current with the latest standards and recommendations regarding safe sleep practices
for infants in your care? This workshop contains vital information for you to gain in order to provide the safest
environment for this vulnerable age group.
Learning Objectives; Identify factors and list strategies to prevent SIDS
Child Care Connection is committed to strengthening and supporting the child care system so that families have access to affordable, quality care and education.
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The Creative Curriculum for Infants, Toddlers & Twos
Jill McNiff, CCRRN Provider Services Manager and Andrea Angileri, Early Childhood Consultant
The Creative Curriculum for Infants, Toddlers and Twos training focuses on how to develop a comprehensive,
developmentally appropriate curriculum for children birth to age three. Included in the training is an overview of
the assessment process designed to capture the development of children birth to age three at four points during the
calendar year. The assessment process includes developmental goals and objectives for children's learning in all areas
of development. The assessment process includes developmental goals and objectives for children's learning in all
areas of development. *Each site will receive 1 set of Teaching Strategies Materials
Learning Objectives; Describe developmentally appropriate routines for infants, toddlers, and twos in relation to the five routines outlined the
Creative Curriculum
The Creative Curriculum for Preschool-5th Edition
Melissa Green, Quality Assistant, Cara Murdoch, Quality Specialist and Eileen Borgia, Early Childhood Consultant
Through group and interactive experiences, and individual reflection teachers will understand how the framework
impacts all aspects of The Creative Curriculum® for Preschool – 5th Edition, how relationships are at its core and
identify various daily events and how to use them effectively. During this session teachers will examine the ten
Interest Areas and explore how to make them engaging to young children. By the end of the session teachers will be
able to use the five volumes; establish a positive social-emotional environment in their classroom; design effective
classrooms; establish positive messages in the environment; develop a daily schedule that is based on their program’s
needs and informed by the Objectives for Development & Learning. *Each site will receive 1 set of Teaching Strategies
Materials
Learning Objectives; Define the five components that form the framework of the Creative Curriculum for Preschool and use the five volumes of
the Creative Curriculum for Preschool to set up and maintain the interest areas and the outdoors
We Choose Health Series: Childhood Obesity, Healthy Eating, Physical Activity and Families
Melissa Green, Quality Assistant
The “We Choose Health” training offers child care providers instruction in using the Nutrition and Physical Activity
Self-Assessment for Child Care (NAP SACC) assessment tool to inform and implement program improvement. The NAP
SACC program is a research-tested intervention designed to enhance policies, practices, and environments in child
care by improving the nutritional quality of food served, amount and quality of physical activity, staff-child
interactions, facility nutrition and physical activity policies and practices, and related environmental characteristics.
Learning Objectives; Describe the role of the child care environment and of the child care staff in helping children lead a healthy
lifestyle
Welcoming Each & Every Child
Heidi German, BSN, R.N., Child Care Nurse Consultant
This course provides information on caring for children with special needs in typical child care settings. The training
helps increase the knowledge and comfort level of participants to enhance their ability to care for young children with
disabilities in early childhood environments. It will discuss adaptations and modifications that will assist all children to
participate in activities. This meets the DCFS requirement for early childhood providers in special care inclusion
training. Learning Objectives; Recognize the importance of including children with special needs in a child care setting
What is CCAP? (Child Care Assistance Program)
Tawanda Johnson and Brianne Hause, Parent Services Manager
This training will give center directors and family child care providers the resources needed to serve families on the
Child Care Assistance Program. Topics will include: the application process, forms and more forms, and so much
more! Learning Objectives; Define the Child Care Assistance Program and identify steps in the application process
Child Care Connection is committed to strengthening and supporting the child care system so that families have access to affordable, quality care and education.
Registration Reminders
Register early as many trainings fill up prior to the workshop registration deadline:
Due to space constraints and presenter contracts, we may be unable to accept additional or walk-in registrations. Participants
will receive confirmation via email three business days before the training to the email address on file at SAL Child
Care Connection.
To register for workshops, complete the registration form (attached) and mail with payment prior to registration deadline .
No phone registrations are accepted unless otherwise noted.
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Due to data tracking requirements, incomplete registrations will not be processed and the applicant will not be registered.
Incomplete registrations will be returned. Please sign and date the bottom of the registration form.
All registration fees are non-refundable:
Participants must notify SAL Child Care Connection within three business days of the scheduled training if they choose to send
someone else in their place. A certificate will not be provided to anyone not listed on the workshop roster the day/night of the
training. Training fees cannot be transferred to another training.
Make a conscientious effort to attend the FREE workshops for which you register:
If you are registered for a free workshop and fail to attend or cancel your registration within a minimum of three business days
in advance of workshop, a no-show will be reported on your training record. If a training is cancelled due to low enrollment or
presenter conflicts, notification will be made to all registered (by deadline) participants by email, phone or mail.
Attendance:
At the beginning of a training, a 15 minute grace period is provided. Certificates will not be given out to participants who arrive
late, leave early, or are disruptive. To receive a training certificate, participants must be present until the trainer has finished.
SAL Child Care Connection trainings are for adults only, unless otherwise noted.
Replacement certificates must be requested by the individual who attended the training:
There is a $2 replacement fee.
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Child Care Connection is committed to strengthening and supporting the child care system so that families have access to affordable, quality care and education.
January-June 2015 Mail-in Registration Form
THIS FORM MAY BE DUPLICATED
The information requested on this application is
required by the Department of Human Services
and is entered into the Data Tracking Program
administered through Child Care Connection.
This information is confidential and is not released
to outside agencies or vendors.
First Name :_________________________________ Last Name:_________________________________________________________
Place of Employment: ____________________________________________________________________________________________
Work Address: __________________________________________________________________________________________________
City : _________________________________ State: ______ Zip:_______________ Phone (Work): _____________________________
Email Address: ________________________________@______________________ Phone (Home): ____________________________
Home Address: __________________________________________________ Are you a Gateway Registry Member? Y or N (circle)
City: _________________________________ State: ______ Zip: ____________ Gateway Registry Membership #__________________
Is your program licensed through the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS)? _
Please indicate your current position:
_ Family Child Care Provider
_ Assistant in a Family Child Care Home
_ Center Director
_ Center Assistant Director
_ Center Teacher
_ Center Assistant Teacher
_ Other __________________________
Yes _
No
What ages of children do you currently serve?
Please check all that apply.*
Does your program currently serve children on the Child Care
Assistance (CCAP) /IDHS program?
_ Infants (6 weeks-14 months)
_
Yes _
No
_Two Year Olds (24 months-35 months)
_ Preschoolers (3 years-4 years)
_ Toddlers (15 months-23 months)
_ School Agers (5 years and older)
_ No Ages Served
* Directors/Assistant Directors: list ages of children
Training Title (Check box to indicate Choice)
Date (s)
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Illinois Early Learning Guidelines (IELG) (Canton)
January 21 & 28, 2015
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Let’s Talk! Poverty Café: Assumptions & Stigmas
January 21, 2015
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ECE Credential Level 1 Training: Tier3
Child Growth and Development (7a) Birth to 8 months
January 24, 2015

ECE Credential Level 1 Training: Tier3
Child Growth and Development (7b) 8months to18 months
January 24, 2015

The Creative Curriculum for Preschool 5th Edition

An Introduction to the Environment Rating Scales (ERS)
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Registration
Deadline
Cost
January 7
FREE
January 19
FREE
To register call Melissa at
(800) 421-4371
January 16
FREE
January 16
FREE
January 31 & February 7,
2015
January 23
$20
February 2 & 4, 2015
January 26
$10
Illinois Early Learning Guidelines (IELG)
February 3 & 17, 2015
January 27
FREE

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
February 5, 2015
January 29
FREE

ExceleRate™ Illinois Orientation for Child Care Centers
February 10, 2015
February 3
FREE

The Creative Curriculum for Preschool-5th Edition (Streator)
February 14 & 21, 2015
January 30
$20

ECE Credential Level 1 Training: Tier3
Child Growth and Development (7C) 18 months to 36 months
February 14, 2015
February 6
FREE

ECE Credential Level 1 Training: Tier3
Preschool Age Child (8a) Social and Emotional Development
February 14, 2015
February 6
FREE

An Introduction to the Family Child Care Environment Rating Scale (FCCERS)
February 16 & 18, 2015
February 9
$10

What is CCAP? (Child Care Assistance Program)
February 25, 2015
February 18
FREE

An Introduction to the Environment Rating Scales (ERS)
February 26, 2015
February 19
$10

ExceleRate™ Illinois Orientation for Child Care Centers
March 5, 2015
February 26
FREE
Training Title (Check box to indicate Choice)
Date (s)
Registration
Deadline
Cost

Illinois Early Learning and Development Standards (IELDS)
March 7, 2015
February 27
FREE

Illinois Early Learning and Development Standards (IELDS) (Streator)
March 14, 2015
February 27
FREE

Early Childhood Trauma
March 17, 2015
March 10
$10

Let’s Talk! Poverty Café: Assumptions & Stigmas
March 24, 2015
March 17
FREE

The Creative Curriculum for Infants, Toddlers and Two’s (Canton)
March 28 & April 11, 2015
March 13
$20
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
Welcoming Each and Every Child
March 28, 2015
March 20
$15
Healthy Lifestyles: Addressing Obesity in Early Childhood
April 13, 2015
April 6
$10
Meaningful Interactions to Enhance Relations and Learning
April 20, 2015
April 13
$10

Introduction to Developmental Screening (Canton)
April 23, 2015
April 9
FREE

ECE Credential Level 1 Training: Tier3
Preschool Age Child (8b) Physical Development
April 25, 2015
April 17
FREE

ECE Credential Level 1 Training: Tier3
Preschool Age Child (8b) Language Development
April 25, 2015
April 17
FREE

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
April 29, 2015
April 22
FREE

Basics of Culturally & Linguistically Appropriate Practice
April 30, 2015
April 23
FREE
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
Program for Infant and Toddler Care Module IIl: Language Development
May 2 & 9, 2015
April 24
$20
An Introduction to the Environment Rating Scales (ERS) (Streator)
May 2, 2015
April 17
$10
We Choose Health Series
May 5 & 18, 2015
April 28
$20
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Finding A Curriculum that Works for You
May 7, 2015
April 30
FREE
The Creative Curriculum for Infants, Toddlers and Two’s
May 16 & 30, 2015
May 8
$20
What is CCAP? (Child Care Assistance Program)
May 21, 2015
May 14
FREE
ECE Credential Level 1 Training: Tier3
Preschool Age Child (8d) Cognitive Development
June 13, 2015
June 5
FREE

ECE Credential Level 1 Training: Tier3
School Age Development (9)
June 13, 2015
June 5
FREE

Program for Infant and Toddler Care Module IV: Culture, Family, and
Providers
June 20 & 27, 2015
June 12
$20
June 1 & 8, 2015
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