Jessica Johnson

November 16, 2026          6:00pm - 8:00pm   During this training, participants will examine how the environment influences children and their learning. The session will introduce three

November 17, 2026          6:00pm - 8:00pm   This training includes an overview of inclusion for early educators. Participants will learn how to participate as active members

November 19, 2026          6:00pm - 8:00pm   From Dr. Becky Bailey’s Conscious Discipline training on “Responding to Anger and Rage”, we will look at intense emotions requiring an equally intense focus on healing. This training is designed to empower you with wisdom and skills for responding to the most challenging behaviors […]

December 1, 2026          6:00pm - 8:00pm   Emotional literacy is identifying and understanding emotions in appropriate, healthy ways. Emotional literacy skills develop over time and - for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers - are a "work in progress." In fact, many of the challenging behaviors we see in young children are evidence […]

December 3 & 10, 2026          6:00pm - 8:00pm   Job stress among early childhood educators continues to be a concern at the national level. When educators are not able to cope with continuous changes and increased demands, they may not be able to provide the quality teaching and learning experiences expected […]

December 5, 2026          9:00am - 1:30pm Infant, Child, Adult CPR and AED use will be covered in this 4.5 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: Jessica Johnson 828-698-0674 x 160 […]

December 14, 2026          6:00pm - 8:30pm   The Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) in Child Care Training provides early educators with information and tools to prepare for many types of emergencies. The EPR in Child Care Training addresses NC Child Care Rules on emergency preparedness, current best practice recommendations, and guidance […]

December 15, 2026          6:00pm - 8:00pm   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 […]

December 17, 2026          6:00pm - 8:00pm   Sometimes walking into an early childhood classroom can feel chaotic. There are so many little bodies moving throughout, but