1. family and parenting
2. children

Child Care Links Inc.
Resource and Referral Center
for Baltimore County
Fall 2014
Training Calendar
October through December
Training Registration: 410-288-5942
1101 North Point Blvd.
Suites 112 & 129
Baltimore, MD 21224
Main: 410-288-4900
www.childcarelinks.net
“Setting the Stage”
Formerly known as Maryland Model for School Readiness 2013, this training
has been updated to better reflect the child care providers, children and
families of today’s early care and education communities.
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The training consists of five, six hour modules.
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The new training modules use scenarios to help child care providers learn to
analyze family situations, distinguish between observations and judgments,
and apply new information to develop a plan for responsive child care.
Register TODAY If You...
Have never taken MMSR training before
Took the 54 hour MMSR and never finished the 9 modules
Took the 54 hour MMSR and never implemented it in your program.
Took the 54 hour MMSR more than five years ago
Are curious about the new training and would like to know more about key concepts.
Need 30 Core of Knowledge hours of high quality training that will assist you in the
important work you do with children every day.
Dates and Times
10/4 9am-3pm , 10/11 9am-3pm, 10/15 6:30pm-9:30pm, 10/22 6:30pm-9:30pm 11/08 9am-3pm, 11/22 9am-3pm
Cost: $130.00 for all 5 Modules and materials
Lunch: Please bring lunch!
Registration: Please call 410-288-5942 to register with a Visa or MasterCard.
Place: Child Care Links of Baltimore County, 1101 North Point Blvd., Suite 112, Baltimore, MD 21224
October 2014 Course Descriptions & Details
PLEASE NOTE: The Core of Knowledge is listed with each class in parenthesis:
*(HSN) Health, Safety & Nutrition
*(SN) Special Needs
*(CO) Community
*(CD) Child Development
*(P) Professionalism
*(CU) Curriculum
2-Admin. #4 Materials & Equipment (CD,CU) 6:45pm-9:45pm Ste. 112 $20 L.
Moran -This workshop will cover basic concepts of materials and equipment in
the child care setting.
4-Setting the Stage (formerly MMSR) Mod. #1 9am-3pm Ste. 112 $ 130.00
must attend all 5 Modules T. Green—Please see insert.
4-Pre-Service Mod #1 (CD) 9:00am-1:00pm Ste.129 $35 K. Salako-Covers
basic child development concepts including stages of child growth and
development, overview of the leading child theorists and of learning differences.
Register for all 6 modules at once and pay only $180 for the entire series.
4-Pre-Service Mod #2 (CU) 1:30pm-5:30pm Ste.129 $35 K. Salako -This
workshop will give participants a better understanding of components of a family
child care curriculum, how to create a developmentally appropriate curriculum
and how to plan and design a family child care program.
7-Administrative Course #5 Environments (CD,CU) 6:45pm-9:45pm Ste. 112
$20 L. Moran-This workshop will give participants a better understanding of
components of a family child care curriculum, how to create a developmentally
appropriate curriculum and how to plan and design a family child care program.
9-Classroom Management (P) 6:30pm-9:30 pm Ste. 129 $25 A. Arujo-To help
keep your classroom running like a well-oiled machine in the coming year, we've
collected some successful -and often fun classroom management techniques from
teachers across the country and around the world.
9- Administrative Course #6 Staff Development (P) 6:45pm-9:45pm Ste. 112
$20 L. Moran -This workshop will cover basic concepts of managing staff
members in the child care setting.
14-Administrative Course #7 Meeting the Needs of Children (CD, CU, SN)
6:45pm-9:45pm Ste. 112 $20 L. Moran -This workshop will cover basic concepts
of meeting children’s needs in the child care setting.
15-Setting the Stage Mod#3 Part 1– 6:30pm-9:30pm Ste. 112 ($0) T. Green –
Please see insert.
16-Exploring Nature with Young Children (CU) 6:30pm-9:30pm Ste. 129
B. Strama-This class will open the world of nature to participants in ways that
draw from what they are already doing in day-to-day routines. We will discuss
simple ways to help children of all ages enjoy nature.
16-Asthma & Anaphylaxis (HSN) 9:00 am—1:00pm Ste. 129 K. Rowland –
*LIMIT 10 * Advanced course that requires a certificate of successful
completion of the OCC Medication Administration class prior to taking this
course. The disease process of asthma, along with the triggers and course of
action is reviewed. Each form of treatment is discussed in detail. The course
includes hands on with the different asthmatic devices as well as the three
different types of injections for anaphylaxis.
16-Administrative Course #8 Scheduling (CU) 6:45pm-9:45pm Ste. 112 $20
L. Moran-This workshop will cover basic concepts of scheduling in the child care
setting.
18-First Aid 8:30am-12:30pm Ste.129 $30 PPM -This is a nationally
recognized program that meets the OSHA standard for first aid training.
Workshop includes: Good Samaritan, emergency response, triage, patient exam,
BSI, bleeding, shock, burns, strains, sprains, fractures, splinting, spinal injury,
medical emergency, asthma, diabetic, seizure, allergic reaction, stroke,
poisoning, plants, bites, stings, heat, cold, and specific body injuries. Meets
Office of Child Care guidelines. Certification for First Aid expires in two years.
18-CPR 1:00pm-5:00pm Ste. 129 $30 PPM-The American Heart Association
Pediatric CPR program which includes Child CPR, Infant CPR, Child Choking,
Infant Choking. This program also deals with safety issues like home, car, and
playground. Meets Office of Child Care guidelines. Certification for CPR
expires in two years.
11-Pre-Service Mod. 3 (HSN) 9:00am-1:00pm Ste. 129 $35 K. Salako -Specific
focus of this class is centered upon components of emergency preparedness,
menu planning, and health & safety concerns of young children.
18-Medication Administration (HSN) 9:00am-3:00pm Ste. 112 $60 K. Rowland
BRING A LUNCH! Office of Child Care approved Medication Administration
Training teaches all aspects of giving medication safely in your center to all ages
of children. This includes liquids, pills, capsules, topicals, epi-pens and also
general information on inhalers. You will even learn how to properly wash your
hands. *PLEASE BRING A LUNCH.*
ALL FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE FOR THIS WORKSHOP
11-Pre-Service Mod. 4 (SN) 1:30pm-5:30pm Ste.129 $35 K. Salako-This class
will include basic information surrounding inclusive child care settings, ADA
requirements in health, behavioral and developmental issues and concerns.
20-Child Abuse & Neglect (HSN) 6:30pm-9:30pm Ste.112 $25 K. Trafton Participants will learn the signs and symptoms of child abuse or neglect.
Reporting mandates for suspected child abuse or neglect will also be discussed.
13-Positive Discipline (CD) 6:30pm-9:30pm Ste. 112 $25 A. Arujo -It is always
difficult to deal with a child that is misbehaving, but some are more challenging
than others. In this session, strategies will be offered to deal with challenging
behaviors.
21-Administrative Course #9 Resources & Training (P, CO) 6:45pm—9:45pm
Ste. 112 $20 L. Moran - This workshop will cover basic concepts of managing
and utilizing resources in the child care setting .
11-Setting the Stage Mod#2 9am-3pm Ste. 112 ($0) T. Green –
Please see insert.
14-Conflict Resolution (P) 6:30pm-9:30pm Ste. 129 $25 K. Thomas - Conflict is
a normal part of children's lives. However, when conflict is poorly managed it
has a negative impact on children's relationships, on their self-esteem and on
their learning. This workshop provides strategies to use for teaching children
problem solving skills.
21-Working With Mixed Ages (CU) 6:30pm-9:30pm Ste. 129 $25 N. Massey This workshop is designed to help caregivers identify and address the
challenges of working with mixed age groups of children. Strategies for meeting
and understanding the needs of all individuals will be offered.
22-Setting the Stage Mod#3 Part 2– 6:30pm-9:30pm Ste. 112 ($0) T. Green –
Please see insert.
23-Administrative Course #10 Business Practices (P) 6:45pm-9:45pm
Ste. 112 $20 L. Moran -This workshop will cover basic concepts of business
practices in the child care setting
25-Thinking Outside the Blocks (CU) ) 9am-12pm Ste. 129 Pure Play $25Children love to build because building is learning. Participants will learn how to
select common and inexpensive materials and then place these things in the play
environment to keep children building their intellectual ladder of success
25-Pre-Service Mod #5 Keeping It Real! Professional Practices for a
Successful Program (P) 9am-1pm Ste.112 $35 K Salako- This workshop will give
providers the opportunity to explore and understand the importance of specific
concepts and practices that may lay foundation for a successful program
including supervision, marketing, abuse and neglect, contracts, appropriate
guidance policies and procedures, record keeping and handbooks.
25– Pre-Service Mod #6 Planting the Seed-Developing Connections with the
World Around Us (CO) 1:30pm-5:30pm Ste.112 $35 K. Salako - This workshop
will provide an overview and focus of the importance of developing and
maintaining relationships with children’s families and the larger community.
25- Playing - The Science Shortcut-(CU) 12:30pm-3:30pm Ste. 129 $25 Pure
Play -An explosion of scientific learning happens when pure play is achieved. We
can provide children the catalyst to thrust them into each new discovery of how
the world works.
27-Sign Language I (SN) 6:30pm-9:30pm Ste. 129 $25 L. Harris -This class is
designed to train individuals in the use of basic sign language for
immediate communication and/or the preparation for teaching children.
28-Administrative Course #11 Financial Planning Part 1 (P) 6:45pm-9:45pm
Ste. 112 $20 L. Moran -This workshop will cover basic concepts of financial
planning and budgeting in the child care setting.
28-First Aid 6 :00pm-10:00pm Ste. 129 $30 Paramedical Personnel- This is a
nationally recognized program that meets the OSHA standard for first aid
training. Workshop includes: Good Samaritan, emergency response, triage,
patient exam, BSI, bleeding, shock, burns, strains, sprains, fractures, splinting,
spinal injury, medical emergency, asthma, diabetic, seizure, allergic reaction,
stroke, poisoning, plants, bites, stings, heat, cold, and specific body injuries.
Meets Office of Child Care guidelines. Certification for First Aid expires in
two years.
29- Exploring Nature with Young Children (CU) 6:30pm-9:30pm E. ChapmanWARDS CHAPEL This class will open the world of nature to participants in ways
that draw from what they are already doing in day-to-day routines. We will
discuss simple ways to help children of all ages enjoy nature.
30– CPR-6:00pm-10:00pm Ste. 129 $30 Paramedical Personnel-The American
Heart Association Pediatric CPR program which includes Child CPR, Infant CPR,
Child Choking, Infant Choking. This program also deals with safety issues like
home, car, and playground. Meets Office of Child Care guidelines. Certification
for CPR expires in two years.
30-Administrative Course #12 Financial Planning Part 2 (P) 6:45pm-9:45pm
Ste. 112 $20 L. Moran-This workshop will cover basic concepts of financial
planning and budgeting in the child care setting.
October 2014
Sun
Mon
Phone in Registration with a Visa or Master Card (required)
410-288-5942.Office hours Monday - Friday 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM,
or mail registration form to Child Care Links,1101 North Point Blvd.,
Suite 112, Baltimore, MD 21224 (no personal checks accepted).
Tue
Wed
1
Thu
2
Fri
3
Admin. #4 Materials &
Equipment (CD,CU)
6:45pm-9:45pm Ste. 112 $20
L. Moran
Sat
4
Setting the Stage (formerly
MMSR) Mod. #1 9am-3pm Ste. 112
$ 130.00 must attend all 5 Modules
T. Green
Pre-Service Mod #1 (CD)
9:00am-1:00pm Ste.129 $35 K. Salako
Pre-Service Mod #2 (CU) K. Salako
90 (10)
5
6
7
Administrative Course #5
Environments (CD,CU) 6:45pm9:45pm Ste. 112 $20 L. Moran
90 (11)
12
13 Positive Discipline (CD)
6:30pm-9:30pm Ste. 112 $25
A. Arujo
Columbus Day
90 (13)
19
20
Child Abuse & Neglect
(HSN) 6:30pm-9:30pm Ste.112
$25 K. Trafton
90 (15)
26
14
Conflict Resolution (P)
6:30pm-9:30pm Ste. 129 $25
K. Thomas
Administrative Course #7
Meeting the Needs of
Children (CD, CU, SN)
6:45pm-9:45pm Ste. 112 $20
L. Moran
1:30pm-5:30pm Ste.129 $35
8
9
90 (12)
Administrative Course #6
Staff Development (P) 6:45pm9:45pm Ste. 112 $20 L. Moran
15
16
Classroom Management (P)
6:30pm-9:30 pm Ste. 129
$25 A. Arujo
Setting the Stage Mod#3
Part 1– 6:30pm-9:30pm Ste. 112
($0) T. Green
90 (14)
Exploring Nature with Young Children
(CU) 6:30pm-9:30pm Ste. 129 B. Strama
23
Setting the Stage Mod#3 Part 2
– 6:30pm-9:30pm Ste. 112 ($0)
T. Green
Administrative Course #10
30 CPR 6:00pm-10:00pm Ste.129
6:30pm-9:30pm Ste. 129
FirstAid 6:00pm-10:00pm
Exploring Nature with Young Children
$30 PPM
$25 L. Harris
Ste. 129 $30 PPM
(CU) 6:30pm-9:30pm E. Chapman
90 (17)
WARDS CHAPEL
Planning Part 2 (P) 6:45pm-9:45pm
Ste. 112 $20 L. Moran
Pre-Service Mod. 5 (P)
9am-1pm Ste. 112 $35 K. Salako
$35 K. Salako
Thinking Outside the Blocks (CU) 9am12pm Ste. 129 Pure Play $25
Playing - The Science Shortcut-(CU)
12:30pm-3:30pm Ste. 129 $25 Pure Play
(BT East)
Administrative Course #12 Financial
25
Pre-Service Mod.6 (CO) :130pm-5:30pm Ste. 112
L. Moran
29
Administrative Course #11
Financial Planning Part 1 (P)
6:45pm-9:45pm
Ste. 112 $20 L. Moran
24
6:45pm-9:45pm Ste. 112 $20
28
Sign Language I (SN)
First Aid 8:30am-12:30pm
Ste.129 $30 PPM
9:00am-3:00pm Ste. 112 $60
K. Rowland BRING A LUNCH!
Business Practices (P)
90 (16)
18
Medication Administration (HSN)
6:45pm-9:45pm Ste. 112 $20 L. Mora n
22
9:00am-1:00pm Ste. 129 $35
K. Salako
Pre-Service Mod. 4 (SN)
1:30pm-5:30pm Ste.129 $35
K. Salako
CPR 1:00pm-5:00pm Ste.129 $30 PPM
Administrative Course #8 Scheduling (CU)
$25 N. Massey
27
17
Medication Administration
Administrative Course #9 Resources
& Training (P, CO) 6:45pm—9:45pm
Ste. 112 $20 L. Moran -
11 Pre-Service Mod. 3 (HSN)
Setting the Stage Mod#2 9am-3pm
Ste. 112 ($0) T. Green
Asthma & Anaphylaxis (HSN)
9:00 am—1:00pm Ste. 129
K. Rowland LIMIT 10 Must have taken
21
Working With Mixed Ages
(CU) 6:30pm-9:30pm Ste. 129
10
31
November 2014 Course Descriptions & Details
PLEASE NOTE: The Core of Knowledge is listed
with each class in parenthesis:
*(HSN) Health, Safety & Nutrition
*(SN) Special Needs
*(CO) Community
*(CD) Child Development
*(P) Professionalism
*(CU) Curriculum
1-Healthy Beginnings (Part 1) (CD,CU,P,CO,SN ) 9:00am-3:00pm Ste.112 $60
*Must take both parts on 6/14 and 6/28 for a certificate* E. Knox -Healthy
Beginnings is a resource tool developed by MSDE that is intended for use by
anyone who lives or works with infants or young children. We are pleased to
offer this training to help caregivers become familiar with the document and
become proficient in its use. The Guidelines can be used as a reference guide,
or as a resource for planning daily or weekly activities. Keep in mind that not all
children develop at the same rate, so the age ranges should be used as
suggestions. Providers can and should plan activities that meet the needs of
each particular child in their care. These trainings will teach you how!
8--First Aid 8:30am-12:30pm Ste.129 $30 PPM -This is a nationally
recognized program that meets the OSHA standard for first aid training.
Workshop includes: Good Samaritan, emergency response, triage, patient exam,
BSI, bleeding, shock, burns, strains, sprains, fractures, splinting, spinal injury,
medical emergency, asthma, diabetic, seizure, allergic reaction, stroke, poisoning, plants, bites, stings, heat, cold, and specific body injuries. Meets Office of
Child Care guidelines. Certification for First Aid expires in two years.
17-Sign Language I (SN) 6:30pm-9:30pm Ste. 112 $25 L. Harris—This class is
designed to train individuals in the use of basic sign language for immediate
communication and/or the preparation for teaching children.
8-CPR 1:00pm-5:00pm Ste. 129 $30 PPM-The American Heart Association
Pediatric CPR program which includes Child CPR, Infant CPR, Child Choking,
Infant Choking. This program also deals with safety issues like home, car, and
playground. Meets Office of Child Care guidelines. Certification for CPR
expires in two years.
19– Get Credentialed - Get a Check! (P) 6:30pm-8:30pm Ste. 112 $10 TBA This class provides information on the Maryland Child Care Credential that
recognizes child care providers who go beyond the requirements of State
licensing and registration regulations. Come learn about the 6 levels and how to
get a bonus for each!
8-Setting the Stage Mod #4 9:00am-3:00pm ($0) T. Green Please see insert.
22-Family Portraits (CO, P) 9:00am-3:00pm Ste. 129 $30 K. Thomas -Please
bring a Lunch 21st century families face a variety of challenges. Traditional
family patterns are changing as we are bombarded with information,
technology, and stress. School-age programs can help families meet these
challenges.
10-Keeping It Professional (P) 6:30pm-9:30pm Ste. 112 $25 A. Arujo -As a
child care professional, you are required to possess a large body of training that
helps you sustain a quality program. Your programs are monitored and regulated
by the Office of Child Care. You are held to a high standard of providing quality
care. This workshop is designed to give you professional strategies to better
manage your family child care program.
1-Emergency & Disaster Preparedness (HSN, P) 9:00am-3:00pm Ste. 129 $30
K. Thomas- Please bring a lunch! -This class is designed for caregivers to
become familiar with COMAR regulations regarding emergency and disaster
preparedness for child care programs. Participants will complete a written
emergency and disaster plan for their child care program; gain an
understanding of disasters that are most likely to occur in Maryland and know
why child care programs should prepare for emergencies and disasters. This
workshop meets the 6-hour COMAR requirement effective July 1, 2010, for
centers, family providers, and family child care applicants.
11-Anger Management (P) 6:30pm-9:30pm Ste. 129 $25 K. Thomas -This workshop is
designed to help participants determine what triggers anger and develop
strategies to keep those triggers from tipping us over the edge. This session
will focus on the communication process as a whole and how positive
communication can be used in managing anger.
4-Potty Training Made Easy (CD) 6:45pm-9:45pm Ste.129 $25 N. Massy -This
class will teach practical tips for dealing with the challenges of potty training.
We will share strategies parents and daycare providers need to make the
transition from diapers to the toilet as easy and stress-free as possible.
13-Stress and Relaxation (HSN) 6:30pm-9:30pm Ste. 129 $25 B. Strama This course is designed to help providers to learn how to take time for
themselves and manage their time more effectively. Relaxation strategies will
be taught.
4-Administrative Course #13 Communication Part 1 (P) 6:45pm-9:45pm
Ste. 112 $20 L. Moran-This workshop will meet the Office of Child Care
pre-service and continued training requirements for directors of child care
centers, effective 1 July 2008. This workshop will cover basic concepts of
general and marketing communications in the child care setting.
6-Administrative Course #14 Communication Part 2 (P, CO) 6:45pm-9:45pm
Suite 112 $20 L. Moran - This workshop will meet the Office of Child Care
pre-service and continued training requirements for directors of child care
centers, effective 1 July 2008. This workshop will cover basic concepts of
parent and staff communication in the child care setting.
6-Managing Your Child’s Misbehavior 6:30pm-9:30pm Ste. 129 $25 A. ArujoThis workshop is designed to help providers gain knowledge on promoting good
behavior as well as taking a look at how to promote good behavior with a positive
approach.
7-SIDS 9:30am-11:30am Ste 129 $20 J. Edwards-In this workshop, you will
learn about safe sleep environments to help reduce the risk for SIDS and other
infant death.
.
11-Administrative Course #15 Reporting (P) 6:45pm-9:45pm Ste. 112 $20 L.
Moran -This workshop will cover basic concepts of reporting procedures in the
child care setting.
15-Healthy Beginnings (Part 2) (CD,CU,P,CO,SN ) 9:00am-3:00pm Ste.112 E.
Knox $0 Must take both parts -Healthy Beginnings is a resource tool
developed by MSDE that is intended for use by anyone who lives or works with
infants or young children. We are pleased to offer this training to help
caregivers become familiar with the document and become proficient in its use.
The Guidelines can be used as a reference guide, or as a resource for planning
daily or weekly activities. Keep in mind that not all children develop at the same
rate, so the age ranges should be used as suggestions. Providers can and should
plan activities that meet the needs of each particular child in their care. These
trainings will teach you how!
15-Medication Administration (HSN) 9:00am-3:00pm Ste. 129 $60 K. Rowland
BRING A LUNCH! Office of Child Care approved Medication Administration
Training teaches all aspects of giving medication safely in your center to all ages
of children. This includes liquids, pills, capsules, topicals, epi-pens and also
general information on inhalers. You will even learn how to properly wash your
hands. All Fees are Non-refundable for this workshop. *Limit 10*
19-Responsive Supervision (P) 6:30pm-9:30pm Wards Chapel Preschool $25
E. Chapman -A discussion of the various regulations and responsibilities of the
proper supervision of children in care.
22-Setting the Stage Mod#2 9am-3pm Ste. 112 T. Green -Please see
insert.
November 2014
Sun
Mon
Tue
Phone in Registration with a Visa or Master Card
(required) 410-288-5942.Office hours Monday - Friday
8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, or mail registration form to Child
Care Links,1101 North Point Blvd., Suite 112, Baltimore,
MD 21224 (no personal checks accepted).
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
1
Healthy Beginnings (Part 1)
(CD,CU,P,CO,SN ) 9:00am-3:00pm Ste.112
$60 *Must take both parts on 6/14 and
6/28 for a certificate*
E. Knox
Emergency & Disaster Preparedness
(HSN, P) 9:00am-3:00pm Ste. 129 $30
K. Thomas Please bring a lunch!
2
3
4
Potty Training Made Easy (CD)
5
6 Managing Your Child’s
N. Massy
Misbehavior 6:30pm-9:30pm Ste.
129 $25 A. Arujo
Administrative Course #13
Communication Part 1 (P) 6:45pm9:45pm Ste. 112 $20 L. Moran
Administrative Course #14 Comm.
Part 2 (P, CO)
6:45pm-9:45pm
Suite 112 $20 L. Moran
6:45pm-9:45pm Ste.129 $25
90 (19)
9
10
11 Anger Management (P) 6:30pm- 12
13
Keeping It Professional (P)
6:30pm-9:30pm Ste. 112 $25
A. Arujo
9:30pm Ste. 129 $25 K. Thomas
Stress and Relaxation (HSN)
90 (21)
16
17
18
19
Responsive Supervision
6:30pm-9:30pm Ste. 112 $25
Preschool $25 E. Chapman
20
25
26
8First Aid 8:30am-12:30pm Ste.129
$30 PPM
CPR 1:00pm-5:00pm Ste.129 $30 PPM
Setting the Stage Mod #4 9am-3pm
Ste 112 T. Green
14
15
Medication Administration
(HSN) 9:00am-3:00pm Ste. 129 $60
K. Rowland BRING A LUNCH!
Healthy Beginnings (Part 2)
(CD,CU,P,CO,SN ) 9:00am-3:00pm
Ste.112 E. Knox $0 Must take both
21
Get Credentialed - Get a
Check! (P) 6:30pm-8:30pm Ste.
112 $10 TBA
90 (23)
30
90 (22)
Sign Language I (SN)
90 (25)
Ste. 129 $20 J. Edwards
B. Strama
(P)6:30pm-9:30pm Wards Chapel
24
SIDS
9:30am –11:30am
6:30pm-9:30pm Ste. 129 $25
Administrative Course #15
Reporting (P) 6:45pm-9:45pm
Ste. 112 $20 L. Moran
L. Harris
23
90 (20)
7
22
Family Portraits (CO, P)
9:00am-3:00pm Ste. 129 $30
K. Thomas
Setting the Stage Mod#5 9am-3pm
Ste. 112 T. Green
27
28
29
December 2014 Course Descriptions & Details
PLEASE NOTE:The Core of Knowledge is listed with each class in
parenthesis:
*(CO) Community
*(HSN) Health, Safety & Nutrition
*(SN) Special Needs
*(P) Professionalism
*(CD) Child Development
*(CU) Curriculum
6-Pre-Service Mod #1-From Baby Steps to Bigger Steps: What
1-Bridging the Gap Between Home & School (CO) 6:30pm-9:30pm
Ste 112 $25 N. Massey -This class is designed to help participants
understand the concept of building partnerships with families,
discuss barriers to form partnerships and identify strategies for
overcoming barriers and creating effective
partnerships.
$35 K. Salako - This workshop will give participants a better
understanding of components of a family child care curriculum, how
to create a developmentally appropriate curriculum and how to plan
and design a family child care program.
2-Behavior Toolbox (SN) 6:30pm-9:30pm Ste 129 $25 K. ThomasMany caregivers may feel unprepared to deal with challenging
behavior that often interferes with learning or engagement in social
interactions. Join us for this information session and receive
behavior management techniques that work to improve children’s
challenging behaviors.
3-Intro to MD EXCELS (P) 6:30pm-8:30pm Ste 112 $10 S. TwiggThis workshop will give an overview and explain the new professional
initiative launched by MSDE. Additionally, participants will be given
hands-on strategies to help them meet some of the requirements in
this new quality rating system the Sate of Maryland has adopted. A
two hour certificate will be issued.
4-Creating Sociable Children (CD) 6:30pm-9:30pm Ste 129 $25
B. Strama-This course is designed to discuss reasons why children
may be less socialized in today’s society. Discuss barriers to
socialization, learn age appropriate methods and activities to help
students learn manners, social skills and conflict resolution skills.
6-First Aid 8:30am–12:30pm Ste 129 $30 Paramedical PersonnelThis is a nationally recognized program that meets the OSHA
standard for first aid training. Workshop includes: Good Samaritan,
emergency response, triage, patient exam, BSI, bleeding, shock,
burns, strains, sprains, fractures, splinting, spinal injury, medical
emergency, asthma, diabetic, seizure, allergic reaction, stroke,
poisoning, plants, bites, stings, heat, cold, and specific body injuries.
Meets Office of Child Care guidelines. Certification for First Aid
expires in two years.
6-CPR 1:00pm-5:00pm Ste 129 $30 - Paramedical Personnel- The
American Heart Association Pediatric CPR program which includes
Child CPR, Infant CPR, Child Choking, Infant Choking. This program
also deals with safety issues like home, car, and playground. Meets
Office of Child Care guidelines. Certification for CPR expires in two
years.
Makes a Child Grow (CD) 9:00am-1:00pm Ste.129 $35 K. Salako Covers basic child development concepts including stages of child
growth and development,
overview of the leading child theorists
and of learning differences. Register for all 6 modules at once
and pay only $180 for the entire series.
6- Pre-Service Mod #2-Planning for Success: Creating
Opportunities to Grow and Learn (CU) 1:30pm-5:30pm Ste.129
15– Autism:Unlocking the Puzzle (SN) 6:30pm-9:30pm Ste 112 $25
K. Trafton-The purpose of this workshop is to increase awareness,
recognize certain signs and symptoms and appropriate ways to care
for the child with autism in your program.
17-Winter Wonders (CU) 6:30pm-9:30pm WARDS CHAPEL $25
E. Chapman-We will discover lands-on learning experiences for all
ages. Participants will learn new activities, as well as how to use
interactive games and experiences to promote language development,
problem-solving, reasoning skills and motor development.
20-Pre-Service Mod. 5- Keeping It Real!-Professional Practices
For a Successful Program (P) 9:00am-1:00pm Ste. 129 $35
K. Salako- This workshop will give providers the opportunity to
explore and understand the importance of specific concepts and
8-Responsive Supervision (P) 6:30pm-9:30pm Ste 112 $25 A. Arujo practices that may lay foundation for a successful program including
A discussion of the various regulations and responsibilities of the
supervision, marketing, abuse and neglect, contracts, appropriate
proper supervision of children in care.
guidance policies and procedures, record keeping and handbooks.
9-Winter Wonders (CU) 6:30pm-9:30pm Ste129 $25 E. ChapmanWe will discover lands-on learning experiences for all ages. Participants will learn new activities, as well as how to use interactive
games and experiences to promote language development, problemsolving, reasoning skills and motor development.
11-Guidance for the Child with Special Needs-(SN) 6:30pm-9:30pm
Ste 129 $25 A. Arujo-Participants will discuss possible causes of
children’s behavior and how to use appropriate positive supports to
reduce behavioral challenges and improve social relationships for the
child with special needs.
13--Pre-Service Mod. 3-Keeping Kids Fit & Safe (HSN)
9:00am-1:00pm Ste. 129 $35 J. Chambers -Specific focus of this
class is centered upon components of emergency preparedness, menu
planning, and health & safety concerns of young children.
13-Pre-Service Mod. 4 -Making It Work for All-Exploring
Special Needs (SN) 1:30pm-5:30pm Ste.129 $35 J. Chambers -This
class will include basic information surrounding inclusive child care
settings, ADA requirements in health, behavioral and developmental
issues and concerns.
13-Medication Administration (HSN) 9:00am-3:00pm Ste. 112 $60
K. Rowland Office of Child Care approved Medication Administration
Training teaches all aspects of giving medication safely in your
center to all ages of children. This includes liquids, pills, capsules,
topicals, epi-pens and also general information on inhalers. You will
even learn how to properly wash your hands.
*PLEASE BRING A LUNCH*
*ALL FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE FOR THIS WORKSHOP*
20-Pre-Service Mod.6-Planting The Seed—Developing Connections
With The World Around Us (CO) 1:30pm-5:30pm Ste. 129 $35
K. Salako-This workshop will provide an overview and focus of the
importance of developing and maintaining relationships with
children’s families and the larger community.
December 2014
Sun
Mon
Tue
Phone in Registration with a Visa or Master Card (required)
410-288-5942.Office hours Monday - Friday 8:30 AM to 3:30
PM, or mail registration form to Child Care Links,1101 North
Point Blvd., Suite 112, Baltimore, MD 21224 (no personal checks
Wed
Thu
1
2
3
4
Bridging the Gap Between
Behavior Toolbox (SN)
Intro to MD EXCELS(P)
Creating Sociable Children
Home & School (CO)
6:30pm-9:30pm Ste 129
6:30pm-8:30pm Ste 112
(CD) 6:30pm-9:30pm
6:30pm-9:30pm Ste 112
K. Thomas
$10 S. Twigg
Ste 129 $25 B. Strama
Fri
5
Sat
6
First Aid 8:30am-12:30pm
Ste.129 $30 PPM
CPR 1:00pm-5:00pm Ste.129 $30
PPM
Pre-Service Mod #1 (CD)
9:00am-1:00pm Ste.129 $35
$25 N. Massey
K. Salako
Pre-Service Mod #2 (CU) 1:30pm -5:30pm
Ste.129 $35 K. Salako
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9
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13
Special Needs (SN)
14
Responsive Supervision (P)
Winter Wonders (CU)
6:30pm-9:30pm Ste 129
6:30pm-9:30pm Ste 112
6:30pm-9:30pm Ste 129
$25 A. Arujo
$25 A. Arujo
$25 E. Chapman
15
16
Autism:Unlocking the Puzzle
(SN) 6:30pm-9:30pm Ste 112
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Medication Administration (HSN)
9:00am-3:00pm Ste. 112 $60
K. Rowland BRING A LUNCH!
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20 Pre-Service Mod. 5 (P)
9am-1pm Ste. 129 $35
K. Salako
Hanukkah Begins
$25 K. Trafton
Winter Wonders (CU)
6:30pm-9:30pm WARDS CHAP-
Pre-Service Mod.6 (CO)
EL $25 E. Chapman
1:30pm-5:30pm Ste. 129
90 (30)
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Winter Begins
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$35 K. Salako
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Pre-Service Mod. 3 (HSN)
9:00am-1:00pm Ste. 129 $35
J Chambers
Pre-Service Mod. 4 (SN)
1:30pm-5:30pm Ste.129 $35
J. Chambers
Guidance for the Child with
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New Family Child Care Applicants Need:
6 Pre-Service Modules (4 hours each for a total of 24 hours) , First Aid/CPR, and EDP!
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Workshop Title
Class Information
Pre-Service Module 1: Child Development
(4 hours)
Date: _________ Time: ________
Pre-Service Module 2: Curriculum
(4 hours)
Date: _________ Time: ________
Pre-Service Module 3: Health, Safety & Nutrition
(4 hours)
Date: _________ Time: ________
Pre-Service Module 4: Special Needs
(4 hours)
Date: _________ Time: ________
Pre-Service Module 5: Professionalism
(4 hours)
Date: _________ Time: ________
Pre-Service Module 6: Community
(4 hours)
Date: _________ Time: ________
Date Completed
Completed List = 24 hours
Emergency and Disaster Preparedness (6 hours) Completion Date: ___________
*For Infant Care ONLY: SIDS Completion Date: _________
First Aid & CPR Completion Date: ____________ (Certifications are good for 2 Years)
*This is only a guide. Child Care Links is not responsible for errors or omissions. It is up to each provider to verify their specific
requirements needed with OCC.
*For additional information, please contact OCC at (410) 583-6200.
First Year of Registration for Family Child Care Providers
(Registered on or after January 1, 2008) 4 Core of Knowledge areas @ 3 hours each, plus 6 elective hours for a total of 18 hours
Requirement
= 1 Hour
Date Completed/Notes
Child Development
(3 hours)
Working with Mixed Age Groups
(3 hours)
Health, Safety & Nutrition
(3 hours)
Professionalism
(3 hours)
Elective Subjects or other approved Training
(6 hours)
Checked Boxes = 18 hours
Is it time to renew your CPR or First Aid Certifications?
Family Child Care Providers on continuing Status
12 Clock hours per year: 6 Core of Knowledge & 6 Elective
Requirement
= 1 hour
Date Completed/Notes
(6 hours) Any combination of the areas listed below:
1. Child Development
2. Curriculum
3. Health, Safety & Nutrition
4. Specials Needs
5. Professionalism
6. Community
Elective Subjects or other approved Training
(6 hours)
Checked boxes = 12 hours
Is it time to renew your CPR or First Aid Certifications?
Workshop Registration Information
Workshops are approved for training credit by the MSDE Office of Child Care Credentialing Branch
Registrations. ALL workshop participants must pre-register; meaning, participants must register AND PAY for workshops in advance. Registration is accepted by phone, mail, or in person. The training line for
phone-in registration is operational from 8:30am-3:30pm, Monday through Friday. Visa or Mastercard required for all registrations done by phone. Mail registration form to Child Care Links, Inc., 1101 North Point
Boulevard, Suite 112, Baltimore, MD 21224 Attn: Registration Office. Child Care Links does not accept personal checks .
Fees paid are NON-REFUNDABLE. Should you miss a workshop, credit or transfer to another workshop may be given if Child Care Links is notified prior to the workshop. If after hours, please leave a message
on CCL’s answering service. No credit or refunds are issued for “no shows”. Call 410-288-5942 with any questions or concerns about our refund or credit policies. Any credits issued are good for one year from
date of issue.
Late arrivals. Workshops begin at the stated time. Our instructors reserve the right to refuse admittance to any workshop for any participant arriving 15 minutes or more past the start of the workshop. Credit or
transfer will be issued at the discretion of Child Care Links staff for any participant turned away from training for lateness.
Cancellation and change policy. Child Care Links reserves the right to change the location, class size, or trainer for any class as deemed necessary. Child Care Links also may need to occasionally cancel a workshop due to a lack of enrollment; in this event, a CCL staff member will contact you at the phone number or address you provided upon registration. If we need to cancel a workshop and you do not wish to be transferred to another training, you will be issued credit good for one year or refunded fees paid for the canceled workshop. If you are phoning in your registration please verify that we have the correct contact information, including more than one telephone number where you can be reached.
Rude and/or disrespectful behavior during workshops will not be tolerated. Please remember to exercise good judgment and respect for both the trainer and other participants in your session. It is okay to disagree with facts or opinions presented by the trainer or other participants but please remember to remain professional. Should you violate this policy, the instructor may ask you to leave the workshop and you will not
be re-admitted, nor will you receive a refund for the class.
Certificates. Core of Knowledge certificates will be issued at the conclusion of the training session for all participants who successfully complete all requirements set forth for the course. There will be a $5 charge
for replacement training certificates .
Child care is not provided during workshops. Workshops provided by Child Care Links are intended for adults only. Please make other arrangements for care of your children during workshop hours.
Workshop locations. The majority of workshops are held at the CCL main office, 1101 North Point Boulevard, Suites 112 & 129. Should your workshop be held at an off-site location, you will be notified upon or
at registration of the address and directions.
Inclement Weather Policy. Please note that the training department of Child Care Links follows the Baltimore County Public School Systems inclement weather policy for closings and delayed openings. If you
are scheduled for a workshop and Baltimore County schools close for inclement weather, our workshop will be canceled. During the weekend our workshops will be canceled if Baltimore County goes into Phase
One of their snow emergency plan. If, for any reason, this changes, a CCL staff member will contact you. Attempts will be made to reschedule any canceled workshop.
DIRECTIONS:
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Child Care Links, 1101 North Point Blvd., Suite 112 & 129, Baltimore, MD 21224 (410)288-4900. Take I-695 inner loop to exit 39 Merritt Blvd./ Dundalk stay in the right lane, proceed to first traffic light
(North Point Road) and bear to your right. You will see East Point Office Park on your right side. At second entrance make a right into the parking lot and go to the bottom of hill, Suite 129 is on the second
floor of building 1101 facing Eastpoint Mall. Our main office is on the first floor in Suite 112 (corner office).
Wards Chapel Preschool, 11023 Liberty Road, Randallstown, MD 21133 (410) 922-6595. Take I-695 inner loop to exit 18B Liberty Road/MD 26-W towards Randallstown. Follow Liberty Road for 7 miles.
The preschool is located at Wards Chapel United Methodist Church on the left. weekend our workshops will be canceled if Baltimore County goes into Phase One of their snow emergency plan. If, for any
reason, this changes, a CCL staff member will contact you. Attempts will be made to reschedule any canceled workshop.
Campfield Early Learning Center School is located: 6834 Alter Street, Baltimore, MD 21207
Child Care Links Harford County 2105 Laurel Bush Rd. Ste 105 Bel Air, MD. 21015 (443)-512-0461
Child Care Links Inc.
Resource and Referral Center
for Baltimore County
1101 North Point Blvd., Suite 112
Baltimore, MD 21224
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