This training will focus on the role of the Child Care Consultant, visit types and their purposes, and navigating the DCDEE website. Available resources and strategies for maintaining compliance will also be discussed.  (2 credit hours) Cost: FREE Presenters: DCDEE Consultants SSPC 10:00-12:00 am & 6:30-8:30 pm

In this session, participants will learn -How to analyze the playground for potential problems and hazards, what constitutes unsafe play behavior by children, how to effectively monitor play areas through active movement and scanning, what methods of communication to use in emergency situations and how to develop an effective supervision plan to reduce injuries and […]

The regular board meeting will be held from 12:00pm to 1:00pm at 600 N. Timberly Lane, Burgaw NC.

This training will focus on positive interactions and how they are beneficial to children and caregivers. Topics will include importance of positive interactions, active listening, positive discipline and interactions according to the environmental rating scale. (1.5 Credit hours) Cost: $10.00 Presenter: Candice Dillard. Quality Consultant SSPC 6:30-8:00 PM

Learn the steps that can be taken to reduce the risk of SIDS. At this training, we will review the Child Care laws and regulations written on Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. (2 Credit Hours) Cost: $10.00 Presenter: Shelly Martin, Quality Program Manager SSPC 6:30-8:30 PM

Earn your CPR & First Aid certification upon completion of the class. You MUST pre-register at Smart Start of Pender County; however, payment is NOT due until the day of the training. This session is designed to meet childcare requirements. ($5 registration fee, Cost: $45 CASH ONLY the night of the training) Presenter: Stacey Wright […]

In this session, participants will explore common misuse and incompatibility issues, discuss best practice guidelines, reasoning behind standards, and review the NC Child Passenger Safety Law. (2 Credit Hours) Cost: $10.00 Presenter: Julia Phelps, Health Educator SSPC 6:30-8:30 PM  

This session will focus on protective factors that build resilience and well-being for families. There will be a focus on how child care providers can promote and support these strategies with the families they serve. (2 Credit Hours) Cost: $10.00 Presenter: Lisa Burriss, Coastal Horizons  SSPC 6:30-8:30 PM  

The purpose of this meeting is to share in discussion regarding the October 2017 Rule Roll Out and accessing the modules in Moodle. In addition, you will receive updates related to the Division and upcoming rulemaking activities.  (2 credit hours) Cost: Free Presenter: Shereen Pickett DCDEE Consultant SSPC 10-12 pm

Learn the steps that can be taken to reduce the risk of SIDS. We will review NC Child Care Laws and Regulations regarding SIDS and Safe Sleep practices. (2 Credit hours, Cost: $10.00 Presenter: Shelly Martin, Quality Program Manager) SSPC 6:30-8:30 pm