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Office for Young Children (OYC)
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Professional Development and Training
Winter Quarter 2007
When What Where Cost
Tues., January 16 Recognizing Asthma in Young Children Human Services Bldg Free
6:30pm-8:30pm Guest speaker Marti Gilmet, RRT AE-C, Registered Conference Room A
2 hours Respiratory Therapist and Asthma Educator with 5303 S Cedar, Lansing
Diagnostic and Respiratory Services will address the
following: triggers, treatment, communication strategies and
tips for managing flare-ups, episodes and attacks.
Q & A opportunities as well.
Sat., January 20 & Basic Training Human Services Bldg Free: ECIC funded
Sat., January 27 Basic training series includes the topics: Professionalism; Conference Room A
8:30am-5:00pm Business Aspects; Health & Safety; Food & Nutrition; 5303 S Cedar, Lansing
16 hours Child Growth & Development; Guidance and
Discipline; Parent /Provider Relations.
Optional 1.5 CEU Available
Wed., January 24 Bullying Human Services Bldg $25.00/person
6:30pm-9:00pm Bullying behavior is a common problem for children as Conference Room A
2.5 hours young as preschool. Break the cycle of bullying. Discover 5303 S Cedar, Lansing
ways to enhance your environment to build a bully free zone.
Tues., January 30 Brain Development Human Services Bldg $25.00/person
6:30pm-9:00pm Critical brain development occurs at the beginning of life. Conference Room A
2.5 hours Explore ways to enhance a “brain friendly” environment 5303 S Cedar, Lansing
in the early childhood programs to maximize children’s
learning potential.
Fri., February 2 Administrative Basic Concepts: Human Services Bldg $40.00/person
9:00am-3:30pm The ABC’s of Supervision Conference Room A
6 hours For Center Directors and Site Supervisors 5303 S Cedar, Lansing
What’s the difference between being a supervisor and a
friend? Strengthen leadership skills to build positive
connections between supervisors and child care staff. Review
handbooks and evaluation processes and generate a plan of
action to meet the new center licensing requirements.
Sat., February 3 Taxes and Record Keeping Human Services Bldg $40.00/person
9:00am-2:30pm For Family & Group Providers Conference Room A
5 hours Maximize record keeping for home and group day care 5303 S Cedar, Lansing
businesses. Review federal forms and learn up to date tax
preparation tips.
Presented by: Marjie Koons, Tax Preparer and Group Day care Provider
Thurs., February 15 Food Allergies Human Services Bldg $25.00/person
6:30pm-9:00pm Food allergies are becoming much more common in young Conference Room A
2.5 hours children. Come and learn some allergy facts, strategies for 5303 S Cedar, Lansing
menu planning and ideas on how to include all children in
healthy and safe meals. In addition, learn more about how
to prepare for emergency situations and the proper use of
an epinephrine auto injector.
Sat., February 24 & Infant/Toddler B Human Services Bldg Free: ECIC Funded
Sat., March 3 This is a continuation of the West Ed. Curriculum which Conference Room A
8:30am-5:00pm focuses on Modules 2 & 3. Delve deeper into the Social 5303 S Cedar, Lansing
16 hours Emotional development of infants and their learning
environment.
Optional 1.6 CEU available
Mon., February 26 & KEEP & OYC presents: Connecting with Human Services Bldg $40.00/person
Thurs., March 1 Parents…Because it’s not always about the kids. Conference Room A
6:30pm-9:00pm Look deeper into parent/provider relationships. Explore 5303 S Cedar, Lansing
5 hours the emotional connections that link trust and support to a
more positive partnership.
Tues., March 6 & Get Your Hands Dirty! Child Enrichment Ctr. $40.00/person
Thurs., March 8 Splish! Splash! Let’s make a mess! Easy, hands on activities Holt United Methodist Church
6:30pm-9:00pm to engage your children in sand, water, and texture play. 2321 N Aurelius, Holt
5 hours Session will also include circle time ideas and great children’s
books to use throughout your program.
Sat., March 17 CPR Renewal Class Human Services Bldg $35.00/person
9:00am-12:00pm This American Red Cross infant, child and adult Conference Room A
OR re-certification course meets Michigan Daycare Licensing 5303 S Cedar, Lansing
1:00pm-4:00pm requirements for providers who are currently certified and
only need CPR renewal.
Mon., March 19 & Potpourri of Activity! Waverly CCC $40.00/person
Wed., March 21 Need new ideas for daily activities and curriculum? Join this Waverly Colt Elementary
6:30pm-9:00pm workshop and fill your bag of tricks with easy to do crafts, 4344 W. Michigan Ave, Lansing
5 hours games, learning experiences and participate in fun net-
working with other child care providers. BRING one favorite
activity with you to the workshop and be ready to be active!
Open enrollment Video Learning Packet will be mailed $25.00
January - March Many Right Ways: Designing Your Home Child
2.5 hours Care Environment
View the 1 hour video, complete the homework packet (1.25 hrs)
and have a phone discussion with an OYC Trainer. You can
do this all from your home and receive 2.5 hours of training!
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Space is limited and first come, first serve.
Any payment that may be required is due with your registration and non-refundable. (Training is tax deductible as a business expense.) To register for any of these trainings, please print out the Training Registration Form and mail to Office for Young Children. |
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For more information
about training offered by OYC, follow the links in the OYC website, or call 887-4319 or (800)234-6996, or send OYC an e-mail |
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