In this session we will review and practice scoring indicators in the Environment Rating Scales. We will define commonly used terms, and identify resources available when using the scales. (This training is free to Pender County Early Educators, call for more info.)

Be prepared! Knowing what to do before, during and after an emergency is a critical part of being prepared and may make all the difference when seconds count. 6:30-9:00, Cost: $25, 2.5 Credit Hours, Presenter: Candice Dillard  

Part 1 Building Resilience will introduce participants to tools and strategies to help them reduce stress, anxiety and promote a stronger mental and physical state of health and well-being.  Part 1 will also help the participant develop a stronger sense of self-awareness to physical changes in their body when things become out of balance or […]

This training teaches early childhood educators and others how to respond to and manage illness and injuries in a child or infant during the first few minutes until professional help arrives. Class size is limited.   Register at: CPR & First Aid (Recertification) Pender Providers Only - Smart Start New Hanover County (newhanoverkids.org) 6:30-8:30 pm, Cost: $30, […]

This training teaches early childhood educators and others how to respond to and manage illness and injuries in a child or infant during the first few minutes until professional help arrives. Class size is limited. 6:30pm -8:30pm, Cost: $40, Location: SSPC Presenter: Lakeasha Glaspie

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. This training is the required by Division of Child Development and Early Education, North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services for staff working […]

This training provides an overview of Child Protective Services (CPS) reporting and the CPS process. This training provides the statutes and guidelines for North Carolina Child Protective Services, including what is investigated; recognizing possible signs of child abuse and neglect; and how to respond if you have concerns that a child is being abused or […]

Participants will learn the definitions of Shaken Baby Syndrome/Abusive Head Trauma (SBS/AHT) and how this type of abuse effects a young child. They will learn about early brain development, infant crying, and prevention of SBS/AHT. The training also provides guidance on how to recognize, respond to, and report SBS/AHT. This workshop is presented by Crystal […]

Have you heard of Farm to ECE? Farm to ECE (F2ECE) is a creative & developmentally appropriate way to introduce young children to fresh fruits & veggies, local farms, gardening and more. Come learn about this initiative, its core elements, and how it can support what you’re currently doing in the classroom. This training will explore […]

‘Brushing is Fun!’ combines early oral health best practices and sanitation guidelines giving early care and education programs the information they need to establish a tooth brushing routine in the classroom. Participants will receive an oral health classroom kit and learn about the Healthy Smiles Grant (restricted to one per licensed Pender County facility). This […]