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Events in November 2023
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SPARK! Mental Health Fundamentals (Live Virtual) SPARK! Mental Health Fundamentals (Live Virtual)
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November 6, 2023**Be sure to register here in I-LEAD as well as zoom, so your certificate can be processed into your I-LEAD account.
Become a mental health ally and learn the principles of mental health, such as standard terms, definitions, and warning signs, to best support and promote mental health and wellness among your team and families.
First, sign into Indiana Learning Paths through your I-LEAD account in another browser tab. Then click the link below to access the registration page.
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Paths to QUALITY™ Introduction (Live Virtual) Paths to QUALITY™ Introduction (Live Virtual)
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November 7, 2023**Be sure to register here in Indiana Learning Paths as well as Zoom, so your certificate can be processed into your I-LEAD account.
The Paths to QUALITY™(PTQ) Introduction Session is designed to provide you with all the information you will need in order to participate in Indiana’s quality rating and improvement system. You will learn about the four levels of participation, the enrollment process, mentoring options, rater visits, incentives and awards. This webinar is for the administrators/owners of licensed child care programs (or unlicensed registered child care ministries who have completed the Voluntary Certification Program) who are interested in enrolling their program in PTQ OR child care providers who are considering becoming licensed and plan to enroll in PTQ. Participating in this training MEETS the requirement to enroll in PTQ.
This training DOES NOT meet in-service hours for PTQ. This training DOES meet in-service hours for licensing.
First, sign into Indiana Learning Paths through your I-LEAD account in another browser tab. Then click the link below to access the registration page.
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Stewards of Children: Healthy Touch for Children (Live Virtual) Stewards of Children: Healthy Touch for Children (Live Virtual)
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November 8, 2023Healthy Touch for Children highlights the role healthy affection and touch plays in protecting children from sexual abuse especially with a focus on parents, caregivers, and family members. Through video and guided discussion, this training teaches parents, caregivers, and family members some guidelines for healthy touch and safe, respectful ways to interact with children.
*Be sure to register in Indiana Learning Paths as well as Zoom, so that certificates can be processed into your I-LEAD account.
First, sign into Indiana Learning Paths through your I-LEAD account in another browser tab. Then click the link below to access the registration page.
Learning Forum: Early Learning Standards & Framework Collections Learning Forum: Early Learning Standards & Framework Collections
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November 8, 2023Come join the Kindergarten Readiness Team from the Indiana Department of Education to discuss the Indiana Early Learning Standards and the supportive resources found within the Early Learning Instruction Frameworks. You will be able to ask questions and understand how to access the new layout of the Frameworks to help you plan more intentionally for all young children.
* Be sure to register here in Indiana Learning Paths as well as Zoom, so that your certificate can be processed into your I-LEAD account.
First, sign into Indiana Learning Paths through your I-LEAD account in another browser tab. Then click the link below to access the registration page.
Introduction to Inclusive Child Care (Live Virtual) Introduction to Inclusive Child Care (Live Virtual)
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November 8, 2023In this introductory webinar, directors and owners of centers, ministries, and homes will learn of basic strategies and resources for including all children. Participants will gain an understanding of how to foster inclusive attitudes, practices and policies in their program, initiate and lead collaborative relationships between staff and families as well as how to identify community resources to support all needs.
* Be sure to register both in Indiana Learning Paths and Zoom, so that your certificate can be processed into your I-LEAD account.
First, sign into Indiana Learning Paths through your I-LEAD account in another browser tab. Then click the link below to access the registration page.
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SPARK! Planning Your Physical Environment to Reduce Challenging Behaviors (Live Virtual) SPARK! Planning Your Physical Environment to Reduce Challenging Behaviors (Live Virtual)
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November 9, 2023Review key elements of the physical, social, and temporal environments that best support young children. Participants will evaluate their own physical environment and conduct an audit on 2 current learning centers of their choice. Participants will examine the connection between learning environments and behavior and proactively plan modifications to their classroom management techniques and physical environment to refresh learning centers, increase child engagement, and reduce challenging behaviors. **To get the most out of this webinar, we highly recommend you come with images or a diagram of your environment.
** Be sure to register in both Indiana Learning Paths and Zoom for this training.
First, sign into Indiana Learning Paths through your I-LEAD account in another browser tab. Then click the link below to access the registration page.
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Keeping Children Safe: Systems for Supervision, Tracking and Follow Through Keeping Children Safe: Systems for Supervision, Tracking and Follow Through
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November 14, 2023Keeping children safe is a top priority for all educators. In this training, providers will learn how to describe and apply active supervision strategies and systems to keep children safe and accounted for in their programs. Active Supervision is the most effective strategy for creating a safe environment and preventing injuries in young children. Learn the six strategies, how to set up the program environment to effectively supervise and track children, tools to support transition, and discuss leadership's role in reinforcing active supervision and tracking.
** Be sure to register in I-LEAD as well as zoom, so that certificates can be processed into your I-LEAD account.
First, sign into Indiana Learning Paths through your I-LEAD account in another browser tab. Then click the link below to access the registration page.
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Lakeshore®: El desarrollo socioemocional y su impacto en el aprendizaje en el aula de primera infancia (En persona)/ Social Emotional Development and its Impact on Learning in the Early Childhood Classroom (Spanish)(LAKE COUNTY) Lakeshore®: El desarrollo socioemocional y su impacto en el aprendizaje en el aula de primera infancia (En persona)/ Social Emotional Development and its Impact on Learning in the Early Childhood Classroom (Spanish)(LAKE COUNTY)
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November 15, 2023Entrenamiento cara a cara: ¡Compruebe la UBICACIÓN de la sesión antes de registrarse!
El desarrollo socioemocional está estrechamente relacionado con el desarrollo cognitivo. El modelo de entorno de aprendizaje, los niños participan, se sienten estimulados y absortos en un aprendizaje basado en el juego. Tomar turnos, jugar juntos, cooperar con los demás y resolver conflictos son algunas de las áreas que se tratarán durante la capacitación. Profundizaremos en la conciencia emocional para ayudar a los niños a reconocer y comprender sus propios sentimientos y acciones, así como los de los demás. También aprenderemos a ayudar a los niños a ser conscientes de cómo nuestros sentimientos y acciones nos afectan a nosotros mismos y a los demás. Por último, debatiremos la importancia de la autorregulación y aprenderemos a apoyar a los niños para que sean capaces de expresar sus pensamientos, sentimientos y comportamientos de forma socialmente adecuada. Los participantes reflexionarán sobre su propio entorno de aprendizaje, estilos de enseñanza, fortalezas y áreas de crecimiento.
Esta capacitación se presenta a través de una asociación entre SPARK Learning Lab y Lakeshore®. ¡Se servirá una comida y todos los participantes recibirán un kit de materiales para usar con los niños en su programa!
Using the CDC’s Learn the Signs. Act Early. Resources to Increase Family Engagement and Promote Developmental Monitoring and Screening presented by Stephan Viehweg (Live Virtual)* Using the CDC’s Learn the Signs. Act Early. Resources to Increase Family Engagement and Promote Developmental Monitoring and Screening presented by Stephan Viehweg (Live Virtual)*
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November 15, 2023This training will be presented by Stephan Viehweg, LCSW, ACSW, IMH-E®, CYC-P
This virtual training opportunity will be offered on developmental and mental health topics which include Learn the Signs Act Early (LTSAE), developmental screening tools, and how to use these tools with families in their care.
2 CEU's will be awarded for attending this training.
Be sure to register in I-LEAD as well as Zoom, so that certificates can be processed into your I-LEAD account.
First, sign into Indiana Learning Paths through your I-LEAD account in another browser tab. Then click the link below to access the registration page.
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SPARK! Being an Early Childhood Professional- Part 1 of 2 (Live Virtual) SPARK! Being an Early Childhood Professional- Part 1 of 2 (Live Virtual)
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November 16, 2023This training is intended for program directors and/or administrators. Learn actionable leadership strategies to implement program-wide systems that support both professional and ethical conduct. Incorporate practices that build a collective agreement to professional conduct and allow your staff to feel included in the decision-making process of your program. This is an intermediate to advanced training and it is recommended that you complete the Maintaining Professional Boundaries Training Series prior to taking this training.
** Be sure to register in both Indiana Learning Paths and Zoom for this training.
First, sign into Indiana Learning Paths through your I-LEAD account in another browser tab. Then click the link below to access the registration page.El uso de Aprende las Señales, Actúa. A Tiempo del CDC provee recursos para aume/Using the CDC’s Learn the Signs. Act Early. presented by Stephan Viehweg with partners (Virtual) Spanish* El uso de Aprende las Señales, Actúa. A Tiempo del CDC provee recursos para aume/Using the CDC’s Learn the Signs. Act Early. presented by Stephan Viehweg with partners (Virtual) Spanish*
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November 16, 2023Esta oportunidad de capacitación virtual se enfocará en temas de desarrollo y salud mental, que incluyen Learn the Signs Act Early (LTSAE), herramientas de detección del desarrollo, y cómo usar estas herramientas con las familias bajo su cuidado.
This virtual training opportunity will be offered on developmental and mental health topics which include Learn the Signs Act Early (LTSAE), developmental screening tools, and how to use these tools with families in their care.
This training will be presented by Stephan Viehweg, LCSW, ACSW, IMH-E®, CYC-P
2 CEU's will be awarded for attending this training.
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SPARK! Using Narration to Identify and Promote Prosocial Behaviors (Live Virtual) SPARK! Using Narration to Identify and Promote Prosocial Behaviors (Live Virtual)
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November 27, 2023Employ narration of behavior (also known as positive descriptive feedback) as a proactive and preventative strategy used to reduce behaviors that challenge us in the learning environment. Apply the concepts behind positive descriptive feedback to utilize social stories as a group or individual approach to increasing desired and socially appropriate behaviors.
**Be sure to register in Indiana Learning Paths as well as zoom, so your certificate can be processed into your I-LEAD account.
First, sign into Indiana Learning Paths through your I-LEAD account in another browser tab. Then click the link below to access the registration page. -
ASQ-SE Questionnaire Training ASQ-SE Questionnaire Training
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November 28, 2023There is tremendous opportunity during the first few years of a child’s life to identify and address potential social-emotional concerns. This is at the heart of ASQ®:SE-2. It is modeled after the acclaimed ASQ®-3 and is tailored to identify and exclusively screen social and emotional behaviors. ASQ:SE-2 is an easy-to-use tool with all the advantages of ASQ-3—it’s cost-effective, parent-completed, photocopiable, and culturally sensitive. With questionnaire results, professionals can quickly recognize young children at risk for social or emotional difficulties, identify behaviors of concern to caregivers, and identify any need for further assessment.
Participants will receive an ASQ®:SE-2 Starter Kit upon completion of this training! A SPARK Mental Health and Wellness Coach will also be available to support on-site with implementation.
PREREQUISITE REQUIRED: Using the CDC’s Learn the Signs. Act Early. Resources to Increase Family Engagement and Promote Developmental Monitoring and Screening
First, sign into Indiana Learning Paths through your I-LEAD account in another browser tab. Then click the link below to access the registration page.
SPARK! Strengthen Your Emotional Well-Being: Self-Regulation Techniques to Navigate Difficult Situations (Live Virtual) SPARK! Strengthen Your Emotional Well-Being: Self-Regulation Techniques to Navigate Difficult Situations (Live Virtual)
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November 28, 2023Prolonged exposure to environmental stress, such as challenging behaviors in the classroom, family crises, or community violence, can significantly overload the emotional well-being of early childhood educators and staff. This training aims to equip adults working directly with young children with emotional regulation strategies to nurture, navigate and overcome stress during and after difficult situations.
** Be sure to register in both Indiana Learning Paths and Zoom for this training.
First, sign into Indiana Learning Paths through your I-LEAD account in another browser tab. Then click the link below to access the registration page.SPARK! Practical Teaching Strategies for Developing Social-Emotional Skills for Preschoolers (Face to Face)(HAMILTON COUNTY) SPARK! Practical Teaching Strategies for Developing Social-Emotional Skills for Preschoolers (Face to Face)(HAMILTON COUNTY)
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November 28, 2023Discover practical strategies for promoting progress through social-emotional developmental milestones for success in your program. Learn how to support children with behavioral challenges.
This is an IN-PERSON training!!
1367 S Waterleaf Drive Westfield IN 46074
City - Westfield
County - Hamilton
First, sign into Indiana Learning Paths through your I-LEAD account in another browser tab. Then click the link below to access the registration page. -
SPARK! Virtual Learning Forum: An Introduction to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging SPARK! Virtual Learning Forum: An Introduction to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
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November 29, 2023Virtual Learning Forum
Often the words diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) are used without being properly unpacked and defined. During this learning forum participants will come together to define DEIB and consider a rationale for why this work is instrumental to their program.
**Be sure to register in I-LEAD as well as zoom, so that certificates can be processed into your I-LEAD account.
First, sign into Indiana Learning Paths through your I-LEAD account in another browser tab. Then click the link below to access the registration page.Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ-3) Training Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ-3) Training
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November 29, 2023The Ages & Stages Questionnaires (ASQ) provides reliable, accurate, developmental and social-emotional screening for children between birth and age 6. The ASQ has been specifically designed to identify developmental progress and spot potential delays in young children. Screening young children is an effective, efficient way for professionals to monitor a child’s development. Help parents celebrate their child’s milestones, know what to expect next, and determine whether a follow-up is needed. The ASQ is an essential first step toward identifying children with delays or disorders in the critical early years.
In this training, you will learn about the Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ-3), how to use it in your program, and how to support families with this tool.
*Prerequisite training: Using the CDC’s Learn the Signs. Act Early.First, sign into Indiana Learning Paths through your I-LEAD account in another browser tab. Then click the link below to access the registration page. -
SPARK! Live Resource: Ask A Nurse Series (Live Virtual) SPARK! Live Resource: Ask A Nurse Series (Live Virtual)
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November 30, 2023Live Zoom
1 hour
This Live Resource will give you a chance to have a Q&A session with Lacey Rivers, MSN, RN, Chief Nurse Consultant from the Office of Early Childhood & Out of School Learning and department of the Indiana Family and Social Service Administration.
No certificate is awarded for this Q&A session.
First, sign into Indiana Learning Paths through your I-LEAD account in another browser tab. Then click the link below to access the registration page.Safe Sleep Practices: Reducing Sudden Unexpected Infant Death and Implementation in Child Care Settings Module 1 and 2 Face to Face ( St. Joseph County) Safe Sleep Practices: Reducing Sudden Unexpected Infant Death and Implementation in Child Care Settings Module 1 and 2 Face to Face ( St. Joseph County)
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November 30, 2023Face to Face training: Double-check the LOCATION of the session before registering!
We know that safe sleep practices are critical for the well-being of infants in our early childhood programs. This two-hour, introductory, face-to-face course explains how to reduce the risk of sleep-related deaths and how to implement safe sleep practices in infant classrooms. This professional development session satisfies the State of Indiana requirement for infant caregivers.
First, sign into Indiana Learning Paths through your I-LEAD account in another browser tab. Then click the link below to access the registration page.
SPARK! Creating School-Age Environments in Family Child Care Homes (Live Virtual) SPARK! Creating School-Age Environments in Family Child Care Homes (Live Virtual)
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November 30, 2023School-Age spaces in family child care homes are unique because they are neither home nor school. They offer an opportunity to create special crossover environments where school-age children can have their own space in a low-stress setting, explore new interests, and develop meaningful relationships with friends and staff. Just as we take time to create optimal spaces for our homes and workplaces, we need to consider how the physical environment can bring out the best in our school-age children.
*Be sure to register both here in Indiana Learning Paths as well as Zoom, so that your certificate can be processed into your I-LEAD account.
First, sign into Indiana Learning Paths through your I-LEAD account in another browser tab. Then click the link below to access the registration page.
