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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 […]
Health + Well-Being Committee Meeting
OnlineThe Health + Well-Being Committee is a subcommittee of the Alliance for Kids Council and meets quarterly (January, April, July, and October). The committee is made up of agencies and individuals working collaboratively to guide the work of Alliance for Kids in meeting the goals and objectives of its Strategic Plan, which are aligned with […]
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
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 […]
Health + Well-Being Committee Meeting
OnlineThe Health + Well-Being Committee is a subcommittee of the Alliance for Kids Council and meets quarterly (January, April, July, and October). The committee is made up of agencies and individuals working collaboratively to guide the work of Alliance for Kids in meeting the goals and objectives of its Strategic Plan, which are aligned with […]
Family Support + Education Committee Meeting
OnlineThe Family Support + Education Committee is a subcommittee of the Alliance for Kids Council, and serves as the oversight group for the Voices program of Joint Initiatives. Meetings are held on the 3rd Thursday of each month. The committee is made up of agencies and individuals working collaboratively to guide the work of Alliance […]
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.
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.
Compassion Fatigue
OnlineThis training includes a discussion on compassion fatigue and secondary trauma and provides resources to help.
Workplace Culture
OnlineThis training offers healthy ways to promote a positive workplace culture implementing trauma sensitivity.
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 […]
Compassion Fatigue Training
OnlineThis training includes a discussion on compassion fatigue and secondary trauma and provides resources to help.