Jessica Johnson

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 [email protected] *Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the […]

This training event has been cancelled.   Sometimes walking into an early childhood classroom can feel chaotic. There are so many little bodies moving throughout, but often only a teacher or two. Trying to figure out how to keep everyone happy and prevent undesirable behaviors can be such a challenge. In this training, we will […]

This training event has been cancelled. In today's interconnected and diverse world, the ability to cultivate inclusive spaces is crucial for fostering collaboration, innovation, and children's academic success. This course is designed to empower individuals, organizations, and communities to create environments that embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion for young people in their lives professionally and […]

Participants will develop an understanding of developmentally appropriate activity planning based on group and individual needs of the younger preschool children in their care. We will review the developmental stages of cognitive, social-emotional, physical development, communication and play of younger preschoolers (3s).   Presenter: Jessica Johnson, Early Childhood Program Consultant   Credit: 2 hours   Questions Contact: Jessica […]

Participants will learn about asthma, common asthma triggers and environmental control measures, to recognize signs and symptoms of asthma, how to treat, using Medical Action Plan for Asthma, and become familiar with proper storage and use of asthma medication. Presenter: Patricia Lee, Child Care Health Consultant Credit: 2 hours Questions contact: Jessica Johnson 828-698-0674 x 160 [email protected] *Please arrive […]

Ready, Set, Refocus! is an interactive training designed to help preschool educators capture children's attention, create smoother transitions, and foster calm, engaged learning environments. Participants will explore a variety of developmentally appropriate attention getters, including songs, movement, chants, and visual cues, while learning strategies to reduce challenging behaviors and increase participation throughout the day. Through […]

This training event has been cancelled. 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, Early Childhood Program Consultant Credit: 2 hours Questions contact: Jessica Johnson 828-698-0674 x 160 [email protected] […]

Participants will develop an understanding of developmentally appropriate activity planning based on group and individual needs of the younger preschool children in their care. We will review the developmental stages of cognitive, social-emotional, physical development, communication and play of older preschoolers (4s).   Presenter: Jessica Johnson, Early Childhood Program Consultant   Credit: 2 hours   Questions Contact: Jessica […]

Nurturing relationships are critical to the healthy development of infants and toddlers, and are essential to adult wellness. The focus of this training is on the components of important  relationships that sustain us throughout our lives, and how we can build them with young children. Join us as we look into the process of developing […]