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IT’S SIDS

Smart Start of Pender County 600 N. Timberly Lane, Burgaw, NC

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

First Aid & CPR

Smart Start of Pender County 600 N. Timberly Lane, Burgaw, NC

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 […]

Child Passenger Safety

Smart Start of Pender County 600 N. Timberly Lane, Burgaw, NC

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  

Protective Factors

Smart Start of Pender County 600 N. Timberly Lane, Burgaw, NC

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  

Spring 2018 Director/FCCH Operator Meeting

Smart Start of Pender County 600 N. Timberly Lane, Burgaw, NC

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

IT’S SIDS

Smart Start of Pender County 600 N. Timberly Lane, Burgaw, NC

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

Spring 2018 Director/FCCH Operator Meeting

Smart Start of Pender County 600 N. Timberly Lane, Burgaw, NC

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: Tammy Ross DCDEE Consultant SSPC  Centers-10-12 pm, FCCH-6:30-8:30 pm

Tasty Explorations

Smart Start of Pender County 600 N. Timberly Lane, Burgaw, NC

Learn how to turn meals into fun learning experiences. This training will explore developmentally appropriate health and nutritional practices with hands-on learning. Providers will learn to link learning to healthy meals that are appropriate for children. (2 Credit Hours) Fee: $10.00 Presenter: Candice Dillard, Quality Consultant, SSPC 6:30-8:30pm  

Start Safe

Smart Start of Pender County 600 N. Timberly Lane, Burgaw, NC

Start Safe: A Fire and Burn Safety Program Even very young children can learn how to be safe from fire and burns. Brought to us by Safe Kids is Start Safe: Fire, a program designed to teach preschoolers and their families about fire and burn safety at home. All the Start Safe: Fire resources incorporate […]

Be Active Kids

Smart Start of Pender County 600 N. Timberly Lane, Burgaw, NC

This is a comprehensive physical activity based program dedicated to improving health and development in North Carolina’s children. The New Movement Guide includes more than 80 developmentally appropriate lesson plans for children birth to age five. All participants will receive a kit. Plan to come and Be Active! (3 Credit Hours Fee: FREE Presenters:  Shelly […]