Professional Development
Active Shooter Training
Joint Initiatives for Youth + Families 1600 N. Union Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO, United StatesOur FREE active shooter presentation is an informal presentation where participants will learn about what an active shooter event is, trends during past events, and how to best protect yourself during an event. This presentation will be presented by the Colorado Springs Police Department using the Department of Homeland Security method of Run, Hide, Fight. […]
Early Childhood Behavior Management: Developing and Teaching Rules
OnlineThis workshop includes information on how to create developmentally appropriate behavior rules for early childhood classrooms so that they link to a given school's behavior expectations. The importance of communication with families about rules and expected behaviors is also stressed.
LEADING EDGE for Childcare Providers
The LEADING EDGE™ Course is a trademarked, statewide program for current business owners (or startups who are moving from idea stage to implementation). The Pikes Peak SBDC's LEADING EDGE™ for Childcare Providers is created to help both licensed childcare providers (home-based) and start-ups. The program assists childcare providers to strengthen business practices and the ever […]
Introduction to the Phoenix Cups
OnlineAs human beings, we all have needs that need to be met. When they aren’t met, life doesn’t function the way it should. Our behavior changes, our mood is affected, and we often feel unfulfilled. The Phoenix Cups Framework will help you understand how to meet your most important life needs, and the needs of those […]
Pre-Licensing
Joint Initiatives for Youth + Families 1600 N. Union Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO, United StatesPre-Licensing: Becoming a Licensed Family Child Care Provider is an exciting career move that offers you the opportunity to be at home with your own children and provide appropriate care and guidance for other children in your community. Licensed providers can earn income for their families while providing an invaluable service for the community. REGISTER […]
Pre-Licensing for Exempt Providers
Joint Initiatives for Youth + Families 1600 N. Union Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO, United StatesIf you are exempt from taking the Pre-Licensing course in its entirety due to educational attainment, this is the portion of the course that you are required to take. You will receive information on Colorado Child Care Licensing Rules & Regulations as well as business rules related to becoming a licensed family child care provider. […]
CPR, AED, First Aid, Medication Administration
Joint Initiatives for Youth + Families 1600 N. Union Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO, United StatesThis training is offered by Bryan C. Maki, RN, an approved vendor of the Colorado Office of Early Childhood. You have the option to take CPR/AED/First Aid ($69) and/or Medication Administration 2 ($59). 720-605-0605 | coloradocprpros.com This is an in-person course held at the Joint Initiatives for Youth + Families offices.
Compassion Fatigue Training
OnlineThis training includes a discussion on compassion fatigue and secondary trauma and provides resources to help.
Universal Preschool Colorado Provider Training
OnlineAs the Local Coordinating Organization for Universal Pre-K in El Paso County, Joint Initiatives for Youth + Families is sharing resources and information with you from the Colorado Department of Early Childhood. STATE UPK APPLICATION SYSTEM Providers can participate in Universal Preschool (UPK) Colorado once they have registered and created a profile with the UPK […]
Workplace Culture
OnlineThis training offers healthy ways to promote a positive workplace culture implementing trauma sensitivity.
CPR/AED + First Aid Training
Joint Initiatives for Youth + Families 1600 N. Union Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO, United StatesThe Foundations program of JI is partnering to host a quarterly CPR/AED & First Aid Training and Medication Administration at our new office! Cost: CPR+AED+First Aid (9-11 am) is $69.00 paid to the vendor at the time of registration online MA (11 am - 12 pm) is $59 paid to the vendor at time of […]
Compassion Fatigue
OnlineThis training includes a discussion on compassion fatigue and secondary trauma and provides resources to help.