The Growing Brain
OnlineThis innovative three-day, one-hour training focuses on giving ECE professionals and families evidence-informed strategies to support their vital role in building healthy brains. The Growing Brain training provides a comprehensive […]
Universal Pre-K Community Planning Meetings
Colorado House Bill 22-1295 (Department of Early Childhood and Universal Preschool Program) passed with bipartisan support on April 25, 2022. This bill established operations and governance structures for the Colorado […]
Universal Pre-K Input Sessions
Colorado House Bill 22-1295 (Department of Early Childhood and Universal Preschool Program) passed with bipartisan support on April 25, 2022. This bill established operations and governance structures for the Colorado […]
Developing Your Family Child Care Business
OnlineDeveloping Your Family Child Care Business is a training program during which participants learn how to: Assess their marketplace Establish the parameters of their business Manage their costs Price their […]
Early Childhood Trauma Training | Part 1 and 2
OnlineThis training is offered on multiple dates. Please register for the specific date that works for you. Cost is $25 per session. Part 1: A basic introduction to Early Childhood […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]