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Participants will learn to recognize signs and symptoms of severe allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis. They will become familiar with proper storage and documentation for epinephrine auto-injectors. They will learn proper response to allergic reactions and emergency follow-up procedures. This training does not prepare participants to give medication to children. Additional in-depth, in-person, skills-based training should […]

Let's get dirty!! Believe it or not, young'uns need the outdoors for more things than just running off excess energy. We will explore all sorts of reasons and talk about the benefits nature has to offer children ages infants to preschool. There will be some hands-on activities! How does it all fit into NAEYC standards, […]

Infant, Child, Adult CPR and AED use will be covered in this 5.5 hour training. This training will also cover First Aid. Participants will receive a card from the American Heart Association upon successful completion of the course.   Cost: $65.00   Questions contact: Heather Erwin 828-698-0674 x 154 [email protected]   *Please arrive at least 15 […]

Anyone caring for infants (12 months old or younger) in a center or a home must place babies on their backs to sleep and must participate in this required training that focuses on safe sleep practices. Included will be an overview of what we know about SIDS; the procedures that need to be consistently practiced […]

This workshop will use knowledge of why children engage in aggressive behavior to inform preventative strategies to minimize the likelihood of aggressive acts.  Together we will workshop to create responsive strategies for intervening with aggressive behaviors that effectively leads to less of these instances and a more peaceful classroom.   Presenters: Becki Woolf, LCMHC and Parent […]

Learn how to identify and become familiar with best practices in childcare in regards to supervision. As a participant you will also learn how to use available resources found on North Carolina DCDEE website.   Presenter: Roxanna Pepper   Credit: 2 hours   Questions contact: Heather Erwin 828-698-0674 x 154 [email protected]   *Please arrive at least 15 […]

This training will offer child care directors and staff an opportunity to learn about the importance of breastfeeding and how to create an environment that supports breastfeeding. Human milk is the perfect food for infants to nourish them, protect them from illness, and is sufficient to support optimal growth and development. This training will encourage […]

Participants will learn about the safe transportation of children for routine and special occasion travel. They will learn how to keep children and other passengers safe while in a car, bus, or while walking. Participants will also learn about saving driving practices and vehicle safety.   Presenter: Jennifer Bruni, Child Care Health Consultant   Credit: 1 hour […]

Participants will learn about infectious disease and how it is spread. They will be taught how to prevent and control the spread of infectious diseases. They will also learn the importance of immunizations, proper hygiene and sanitation routines, how to recognize ill children, and when to exclude children from care.   Presenter: Jennifer Bruni, Child Care […]