Professional Development
LEADING EDGE™ for Child Care Providers
OnlineThe Pikes Peak Small Business Development Center's LEADING EDGE™ for Child Care Providers is created to help both licensed child care providers (center-based) and start-ups. The program assists child care providers in strengthening business practices and the ever-changing landscape of the Colorado workforce. Register HERE for this 6-week impactful course.
Early Childhood Trauma | Part 2
OnlineTo participate, you must have taken Early Childhood Trauma Part 1 previous to taking this advanced training. This training will give more research-based facts and resources to help children and adults in their environments feel successful. It also included helpful tools to help children and adults with triggers that lead to anxiety. Register HERE.
Family Child Care Environment Rating Scale (FCCERS)
OnlineIn this three-hour overview of the Family Child Care Environment Rating Scale (FCCERS-3), we discuss best practices related to the protection of children's health and safety, supporting, and guiding social/emotional development, and opportunities for intellectual and language stimulation and learning activities. Participants will also learn about the FCCERS-3 subscales, the rationale for the requirements of […]
EARLY CHILDHOOD TRAUMA PART 1
OnlineA basic introduction to Early Childhood Trauma, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), and resources to help adults and children in a classroom setting be successful. This training is a requirement to take the advanced Early Childhood Trauma Training Part 2. Register HERE
EQIT | Sessions A, B, C, and D
OnlineThe 48-hour EQIT Curriculum provides a solid introduction to infant and toddler development, with a focus on providing quality group care for our youngest children. The EQIT course builds on the knowledge and experience of infant and toddler caregivers through interesting, interactive, and fun activities. The EQIT Curriculum has been approved by the Division of […]
Social-Emotional Health + Development – Trauma 1
OnlineTrauma 1: This training will go over promoting social-emotional development in a trauma-sensitive environment helping both teachers and students have a successful learning environment. This class will also help earn points toward the Colorado Shines rating. It is highly recommended to take this training before taking Trauma 2. Trauma 2: This training is the second […]
Social-Emotional Health + Development – Trauma 2
OnlineThis training is the second part of Trauma 1, and it is highly recommended you take Trauma 1 before taking Trauma 2. This training goes more in-depth about the effects trauma has on the young brain and what you can do to help promote a trauma-sensitive classroom, both for adults and children. This class will […]
Restorative Practice: Part of a Trauma-Informed Classroom Strategy (Evening)
OnlineJoint Initiatives for Youth + Families is offering a NEW learning session presenting the connection between trauma-informed practices and the five principles of restorative practice (relationship, respect, responsibility, repair, and reintegration). Kathy Orr, Executive Director of Peaceful Households, will lead this learning session focused on understanding the role of trauma, building community in the classroom, […]
Restorative Practice: Part of a Trauma-Informed Classroom Strategy (Evening)
OnlineJoint Initiatives for Youth + Families is offering a NEW learning session presenting the connection between trauma-informed practices and the five principles of restorative practice (relationship, respect, responsibility, repair, and reintegration). Kathy Orr, Executive Director of Peaceful Households, will lead this learning session focused on understanding the role of trauma, building community in the classroom, […]
Restorative Practice: Part of a Trauma-Informed Classroom Strategy (Sat.)
OnlineJoint Initiatives for Youth + Families is offering a NEW learning session presenting the connection between trauma-informed practices and the five principles of restorative practice (relationship, respect, responsibility, repair, and reintegration). Kathy Orr, Executive Director of Peaceful Households, will lead this learning session focused on understanding the role of trauma, building community in the classroom, […]
EQIT | Sessions A, B, C, and D
OnlineThe 48-hour EQIT Curriculum provides a solid introduction to infant and toddler development, with a focus on providing quality group care for our youngest children. The EQIT course builds on the knowledge and experience of infant and toddler caregivers through interesting, interactive, and fun activities. The EQIT Curriculum has been approved by the Division of […]
Eyes Toward the Future Fall Conference | PPRFCA
Holy Cross Lutheran Church 4125 Constitution Ave., Colorado SpringsThe Pikes Peak Region Family Child Care Association will present a fall conference, “Eyes Towards the Future,” on October 21, 2023. Family Child Care Providers and early childhood program staff are invited to register. Sessions include Circle Time Engaging Practices, Classroom Transitions, and Challenging Behavior in Children. For details and the link to register, please […]