Child Care Links for Baltim

ore, Harford & Cecil Counties

2105 Laurel Bush Rd. Ste 105

Bel Air, M

D. 21015

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Child Care Links Locations

Baltimore County 1101 North Point Blvd

Ste. 112 & 129 Baltimore, MD. 21224 Main - 410-288-4900 Fax - 410-288-3943

www.childcarelinks.net

Harford & Cecil Counties 2105 Laurel Bush Rd

Ste. 105 Bel Air, MD. 21015

Main – 443-512-0461 Fax – 443-512-0185

www.hcchildcarelinksinc.org

Workshop Registration Information for Baltimore, Harford & Cecil Counties

Workshops are approved for training credit by the MSDE Office of Child Care Credentialing Branch

Registration. All workshop participants must pre-register –NO EXCEPTIONS. Participants are required to register and pay for workshops in advance. Registration is accepted by phone, mail or in person. Please call Child Care Links location to register from 8:30am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday. Visa or MasterCard required for all registrations done by phone. 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 at least 24 hours prior to the workshop. If after hours, please leave a message on Child Care Links’ answering service. No credit or refunds are issued for “No Shows”. Call Child Care Links location with any questions or concerns about our refund or credit policies. Any credits issued are good for one year from the date of issue. Late Arrivals. Workshops begin at 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 the Child Care Links staff for any participant turned away from training for lateness. Cancellation or change policy. Child Care Links may need to cancel a workshop; 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 feed 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 workshop 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. Certificates will be given out after successful completion of training assessment. Generally certificates can be given out immediately after the training, however if the assessment is lengthy, certificates will be mailed. 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. Inclement Weather - Please note that the training department of Child Care Links follows the Baltimore County Public School Systems weather policy for closings and delayed openings , If Baltimore County schools close for inclement weather, class will be canceled. During the weekend our class will be canceled if Parks and Rec. cancels school activities. Please note that the training department of Child Care Links follows Harford & Cecil Counties Public School weather policy for closings and delayed openings. If Harford or Cecil County Schools close for inclement weather, class will be canceled. During the weekend our class will be canceled if Parks and Rec. cancels school activities. If, for any reason, this changes, a CCL staff member will contact you. Missed classes due to weather closures will be rescheduled.

Harford & Cecil County Workshop Registration Form

Please detach and mail the completed form along with your payment to:

Child Care Links, Inc. 2105 Laurel Bush Rd. Ste. 105. Bel Air, MD. 21015

Name: Address:

Phone: Type of Provider: Family

Workshop date Workshop Title Cost

Method of payment: Visa MasterCard Company check Money order Card number: Expiration date: Signature:

Total amount enclosed: $

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Baltimore County Workshops Baltimore County Courses Baltimore County Workshop Registration Form Baltimore County Course Registration Form Harford/Cecil County Workshops Harford/Cecil County Courses Harford/Cecil County Workshop Registration Form Harford/Cecil County Course Registration Form Workshop Registration Information

Workshops consist of three to six hours of training. All workshops are Core of Knowledge trainings. First Aid, CPR , Medication Administration and EDP are all recognized Health & Safety Classes that meet licensing requirements. Courses consist of the 90 and 45 hour courses. 24 Hour Pre-Service training and workshops that require multiple dates of attendance are included.

Core of Knowledge Key:

CD - Child Development C - Curriculum CM - Community HSN - Health, Safety, Nutrition P - Professionalism SN - Special Needs

= Workshop =Med Admin, FA, CPR & Emergency & Disaster

Preparedness

WS

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1

Closed

2

Closed

3

4 5 6 7 WS (3P)

8 9 10 Med. Admin.

11 12 13 WS (3CD)

14 15 16 17 WS (2HSN)

18 19 20 21 WS (3HSN)

22 23 24 FA CPR

25 26 WS (3C)

27 28 WS (1.5 CD & 1.5HSN)

29 30 31 WS (1.5 CD, 1.5 C & 3C)

Baltimore County - January 2015

Wednesday, January 7, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Avoiding Burnout for Child Care Providers (3 hours P)

Do you feel like it’s Friday and it’s only Monday? You may be experiencing the early signs of burnout. Learn the warning signs and symptoms. Gain practical strategies to stay motivated. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Larry Appel Cost: $25

Saturday, January 10, 2015 - 9 a.m. - 3 PM Medication Administration (Limit 10) Please bring a lunch. This approved OCC training teaches all aspects of administering medication safely. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Kay Rowland

Cost: $60 Tuesday, January 13, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Baby Talk: Infant Activities (3 hours CD) Learn activities to do with children up and through age 2! Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Bridget Strama Cost: $25

WS = Workshops

Harford & Cecil County Course Registration Form Please detach and mail the completed form along with your

payment to: Child Care Links, Inc. 2105 Laurel Bush Rd. Ste. 105 Bel Air, MD. 21015

Name

Type of Provider: Family Center Center name:

Address:

Course registering for: 90 Hr Young Child 45 Hr Infant/Toddler

City: Zip Code:

Evening phone: Daytime phone:

Method of payment: Visa MasterCard Company check or money order

Card Number & Expiration Date:

Amount enclosed:

Signature:

Harford County Courses

90 Hour Young Child Course: Dates: Monday, January 5 through Wednesday, April 15, 2015 Time: Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6:30 to 9:30 PM Location: Y Preschool - 1200 Creamery Lane Belcamp, MD 21017 Cost: $500 (this includes the textbook) Registration: Participants must pre-register. Participants must register AND PAY a 50% deposit ($250 for the 90 Hrs and then remaining balance ($250 for the 90 Hrs) must be completely paid to receive a certificate. Registration is accepted by phone, mail, or in person. Visa or Mastercard is required for all registrations done by phone. For mail registration, send completed form to Child Care Links, Inc., 2105 Laurel Bush Rd. Ste 105 BelAir, MD. 21015 Attn: Registration Office. Child Care Links does not accept personal checks. Should you need to discuss a payment plan, please call 443-512-0461 Inclement Weather Policy: Please note that the training department of Child Care Links follows the Harford & Cecil County Public School Systems inclement weather policy for closings and delayed openings. If Harford or Cecil County schools close for inclement weather, class will be canceled. If, for any reason, this changes, a CCL staff member will contact you. Missed classes due to weather closures will be rescheduled.

Saturday, January 17, 2015 – 9 am to 11 am SIDS (2 hours HSN)

Learn policies to meet safe sleep standards for infants. Location: Ste. 112, Instructor: Barbara Seaman Cost: $20

Wednesday, January 21, 2015 – 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM Allergies & Asthma (3 hours HSN)

Learn more about common allergies children in your care May have and how to respond to an allergic reaction. Learn More about Asthma in children as well. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Larry Appel Cost: $25

Saturday, January 24, 2015 – 8:30 am to 12:30 PM First Aid

This two year certification meets OCC guidelines. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Paramedical Personnel Cost: $30

Saturday, January 24, 2015 – 1 PM to 5 PM CPR This two year certification meets OCC guidelines. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Paramedical Personnel Cost: $30

Monday, January 26, 2015 – 6:30 to 9:30 PM Curriculum Exploration (3 hours C)

Gain new ideas, techniques and insight to create and implement an engaging, educational and age appropriate curriculum. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Esther Chapman Cost: $25

Saturday, January 31, 2015 – 8:30 am to 11:30 am Creating Sociable Children (1.5 hours CD & 1.5 hours C) Explore the stages of social development and how to support children in gaining these skills. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Larry Appel Cost: $25

Saturday, January 31, 2015 – 12 PM to 3 PM Books that Move (3 hours C)

Make literacy come to life with stories and activities that get children up and moving. Story extensions will also be shared. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Melanie Ferger Cost: $25

Wednesday, January 28, 2015 – 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM Learning with the Brain & Body (1.5 hours CD & 1.5 hours HSN) Examine the connection and how to support development. Location: Wards Chapel Preschool 11023 Liberty Road Randallstown, MD 21133 , Instructor: Kori Wilson Cost: $25

Wednesday, February 4, 2015 – 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM Cultural Diversity in Your Program (3 hours CM) Examine and reflect on how to bring diversity into your program. Avoid stereotypical images and beliefs to create an environment that celebrates diversity. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Larry Appel Cost: $25

Saturday, February 7, 2015 – 9:00 am to 3:00 PM Emergency and Disaster Preparedness Please bring a lunch. You will complete a written emergency and disaster plan for your child care program. This meets the 6-hour COMAR requirement effective July 1, 2010, for child care centers, family providers, and family child care applicants. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Kelvin Thomas Cost: $30

Monday, February 9, 2015 – 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM Anxiety in Children (1.5 hours SN, 1.5 hours HSN)

Explore the possible causes, traumas and instances that result in anxiety. Examine ways to ease this in young children. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Larry Appel Cost: $25

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 2 3 4 WS (3CM)

5 6 7 EDP (3HSN & 3P)

8 9 WS (3SN)

10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 WS (3CD)

19 20 21 Med. Admin.

22 23 24 WS (3P)

25 WS (3SN)

26 27 28 FA CPR

Baltimore County - February 2015

WS = Workshops

Thursday, March 26, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Parent Involvement in the Classroom (3 hours CM)

Parents are an integral part of a child’s educational experience. There are many creative ways to involve parents. Come away with ideas that work for you. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd., Ste. 105 Instructor: Hailea Cole Cost: $25

Saturday, March 28, 2015 - 8:30 am - 12:30 PM First Aid

This two year certification meets OCC guidelines Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd, Ste. 105, Instructor: Paramedical Personnel Cost: $30

Saturday, March 28, 2015 - 1 PM - 5 PM CPR

This two year certification meets OCC guidelines Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd, Ste. 105, Instructor: Paramedical Personnel

Cost: $30 Monday, March 30, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Play the Work of Children (3 hours CD) The expression “child’s play” doesn’t even begin to describe what children learn through play. Examine the stages of play and ways to create opportunities for purposeful play in your program. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd., Ste. 105 Instructor: Amy Ernst Cost: $25

Wednesday, March 11, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Positive Guidance (3 hours SN)

Take the “mis” out of misbehavior and see how some things are developmental. Develop a guidance plan to help children through the developmental stages. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd, Ste. 105, Instructor: Lionel Harris Cost: $25

Tuesday, March 24, 2015 – 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM Allergies & Asthma (3 hours HSN)

Learn more about common allergies children in your care may have and how to respond to an allergic reaction. Learn more about Asthma in children as well. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd., Ste. 105 Instructor: Karen Trafton-Keruly Cost: $25

Monday, March 16, 2015 - 6 PM - 9 PM Cultural Diversity in Your Program (3 hours CM) Examine and reflect on how to bring diversity into your program. Avoid stereotypical images and beliefs to create an environment that celebrates diversity. Location: West Nottingham Preschool 1195 Firetower Rd. Colora, MD. 21917 Instructor: Margaret Ann Knaub Cost: $15

Tuesday, March 10, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Emergency and Disaster Preparedness - Part 1(must register for Part 2) You will complete a written emergency and disaster plan for your child care program. This meets the 6-hour COMAR requirement effective July 1, 2010, for child care centers, family providers, and family child care applicants. Location: YMCA 25 YMCA Blvd. Elkton, MD 21921 Instructor: Margaret Ann Knaub Cost: $30

Thursday, March 12, 2015 – 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Emergency and Disaster Preparedness - Part 2(must register for Part 1) You will complete a written emergency and disaster plan for your child care program. This meets the 6-hour COMAR requirement effective July 1, 2010, for child care centers, family providers, and family child care applicants. Location: YMCA 25 YMCA Blvd. Elkton, MD 21921 Instructor: Margaret Ann Knaub Cost: $0

Wednesday, February 18, 2015 – 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM Children’s Temperaments: Social & Emotional Development (3 hours CD) Temperament influences your behavior throughout your life. Learn to identify the temperament in others and examine social and emotional stage s of development. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Janice Chambers Cost: $25

Saturday, February 21, 2015 – 9 am to 3 PM Medication Administration (Limit 10) Please bring a lunch.

This approved OCC training teaches all aspects of administering medication safely. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Kay Rowland Cost: $60

Tuesday, February 24, 2015 – 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM Conferencing with Parents (3 hours P)

Gain knowledge in scheduling, developing and completing parent conferences. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Bridget Strama Cost: $25

Saturday, February 28, 2015 – 8:30 am to 12:30 PM First Aid This two year certification meets OCC guidelines. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Paramedical Personnel Cost: $30

Saturday, February 28, 2015 – 1 PM to 5 PM CPR This two year certification meets OCC guidelines. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Paramedical Personnel Cost: $30

Wednesday, February 25, 2015 – 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM Turn that Frown Upside Down – Childhood Depression (3hours SN) Look at the signs and symptoms of childhood depression. Strategies and ideas to help children cope will be discussed. Location: Wards Chapel Preschool 11023 Liberty Road Randallstown, MD 21133 Instructor: Kori Wilson Cost: $25

Wednesday, March 4, 2015 – 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM Moving from Here to There: Managing Transitions (3 hours C) Explore the types of transitions that occur in a child’s day and gain new strategies and ideas to move throughout the day. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Esther Chapman Cost: $25

Monday, March 9, 2015 – 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM Childhood Obesity and Nutrition (3 hours HSN)

The numbers are rising. With obesity a major concern, examine the causes. Take a look at improving nutrition. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Larry Appel Cost: $25

Saturday, March 14, 2015 – 8:30 am to 11:30 am BLOOM (3 hours CD)

Be the teacher that lives on in a child’s memory. Spring into new ways of looking at development. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Kori Wilson Cost: $25

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 2 3 4 WS (3C)

5 6 7

8 9 WS (3HSN)

10 11 12 13 14 WS (3CD & 3P

15 16 17 18

19 WS (3CM)

20 21 Med. Admin. FA CPR

22 23 WS (3SN)

24

25 WS (3P)

26 27 28

29 30 31

Baltimore County - March 2015

WS =Workshops Monday, March 2, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM MD EXCELS (2 hours P)

What have YOU heard about MD EXCELS? Please join us to learn more about Maryland’s new Tiered Quality Rating and Improvement System and how participation can benefit your child care program. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd, Ste. 105, Instructor: Dr. Rose Cost: $0

Thursday, March 5, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Circle Time Activities (3 hours C)

Is your circle time turning into a square? Add new strategies and techniques to turn up the excitement and learning. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd. Instructor: Abby Bruns Cost: $25

Saturday, March 7, 2015 - 9 am –3 PM Medication Administration (6 HSN) Please bring a lunch This approved OCC training teaches all aspects of administering medication safely. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd. Ste. 105, Instructor: Kay Rowland Cost: $60

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 2 WS (2P)

3

4 5 WS (2C)

6 7 Med Admin

8 9 10 EDP (3HSN &3P)

11 WS (3SN)

12 EDP (3HSN &3P)

13 14

15 16 WS (3CM)

17 18 19

20 21

22 23

24 WS (3HSN)

25 26 WS (3CM)

27 28 FA CPR

29 30 WS (3CD)

31

Harford/Cecil County - March 2015

WS=Workshops

Wednesday, February 11, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Busy Kids Don’t Bite (3 hours CD) At certain stages of development, some children bite. Examine the reasons why and develop strategies and activities to engage these children in experiences that keep them busy and engage. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd. Ste. 105 , Instructor: Abby Bruns Cost: $25

Thursday, February 12, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM SIDS ( 2 hours HSN) Learn policies to meet safe sleep standards for infants. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd, Ste. 105, Instructor: Jean Edwards

Cost: $20 Tuesday, February 17, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Eat Well, Eat Smart (2 hours HSN) Explore how easy nutritional changes can be made to create a healthy and nutritionally smart diet. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd. Ste. 105, Instructor: Hailea Cole Cost: $20

Monday, February 23, 2015 – 6 PM - 9 PM First Aid This two year certification meets OCC guidelines. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd. Ste. 105, Instructor: Paramedical Personnel Cost: $30

Wednesday, February 25, 2015 – 6 PM to 9 PM CPR This two year certification meets OCC guidelines. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush RD. Ste. 105, Instructor: Paramedical Personnel Cost: $30

Thursday, February 26, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Creating Parent Friendly Classrooms (3 hours CM)

Take a look at your program from a parent’s point of view. From parent boards to special events to how you welcome them into your program, gain ideas and insights to make parents feel part of the program too. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd. Ste. 105, Instructor: Tracey Brady Cost: $25

Wednesday, February 18, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Medicine Administration Part 1 (3 hours HSN) This approved OCC training teaches all aspects of administering medication safely. * Must take class on Feb 18 Part 2* Location: YMCA @ 25 YMCA Blvd. Elkton, MD. 21921 Instructor: Dawn Boyce Cost: $60

Thursday, February 19, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Medicine Administration Part 2 (3 hours HSN) This approved OCC training teaches all aspects of administering medication safely. *Must take class on Feb 18 Part 1* Location: YMCA @ 25 YMCA Blvd. Elkton, MD. 21921 Instructor: Dawn Boyce Cost: $0

Saturday, March 14, 2015 – 12 PM to 3 PM Organization is Key (3 hours P) Organize your curriculum, program and goals. Leave with new strategies for efficiency. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Melanie Ferger Cost: $25

Thursday, March 19, 2015 – 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM Parent Involvement in the Classroom (3 hours CM)

Parents are an integral part of a child’s educational experience. There are many creative ways to involve parents. Come away with ideas that work for you. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Bridget Strama Cost: $25

Saturday, March 21, 2015 – 8:30 am to 12:30 PM First Aid This two year certification meets OCC guidelines. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Paramedical Personnel Cost: $30

Saturday, March 21, 2015 – 1 PM to 5 PM CPR This two year certification meets OCC guidelines. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Paramedical Personnel Cost: $30

Saturday, March 21, 2015 – 9 am to 3 PM Medication Administration (Limit 10) Please bring a lunch. This approved OCC training teaches all aspects of administering medication safely. Location: Ste. 112, Instructor: Kay Rowland

Cost: $60 Monday, March 23, 2015 – 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM

Why do they do That? Understanding Learning Disabilities (3 hours SN) Experience what it feels like to have a learning disability. See things in a new light. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Janice Chambers Cost: $25

Wednesday, March 25, 2015 – 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM Avoiding Burnout (3 hours P) Do you feel like it’s Friday and it’s only Monday? You may be experiencing the early signs of burnout. Learn the warning signs and symptoms. Gain practical strategies to stay motivated. Location: Wards Chapel Preschool 11023 Liberty Road Randallstown, MD 21133 Instructor: Larry Appel Cost: $25

Baltimore County Courses

90 Hour Young Child Course: Dates: Tuesday, January 6 through Thursday, April 16, 2015 Time: Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:30 to 9:30 PM Location: 1101 North Point Boulevard, Suite 112 Baltimore, MD 21224 Cost: $500 (this includes the textbook) 45 Hour Infant/Toddler Course: Dates: Saturday, January 10 through Saturday, March 7, 2015 Time: Saturdays from 9:00 am to 2:00 PM Location: 1101 North Point Boulevard, Suite 112 Baltimore, MD 21224 Cost: $300 (this includes the textbook) Registration: Participants must pre-register. Participants must register AND PAY a 50% deposit ($250 for the 90 Hrs & $150 for the 45 Hr Infant/Toddler) and the remaining balance ($250 for the 90 Hrs & $150 for the 45 Hr Infant/Toddler) must be completely paid to receive a certificate. Registration is accepted by phone, mail, or in person. Visa or Mastercard is required for all registrations done by phone. For mail registration, send completed 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. Should you need to discuss a payment plan, please call 410-288- 4900. 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 Baltimore County schools close for inclement weather, class will be canceled. If, for any reason, this changes, a CCL staff member will contact you. Missed classes due to weather closures will be rescheduled.

Monday, February 2, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM MD EXCELS (2 hours P)

What have YOU heard about MD EXCELS? Please join us to learn more about Maryland’s new Tiered Quality Rating and Improvement System and how participation can benefit your child care program. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd, Ste. 105, Instructor: Dr. Rose

Cost: $0 Tuesday, February 3, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Winter Wonders (3 hours C) Tis the season to explore the wonders of the season - incorporate the season into all areas of the curriculum. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd. Ste. 105, Instructor: Amy Ernst Cost: $25

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 2 WS (2P)

3 WS (3C)

4 5 WS (2C)

6 7

8 9 10

11 WS (3CD)

12 WS 2SN

13 14

15 16 17 WS (3HSN)

18 Med Admin

19 Med Admin

20 21

22 23 FA

24

25 CPR 26 WS (3CM)

27 28

Harford/Cecil County - February 2015

Thursday, February 5, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Fun with Water and Ice (2 hours C) From Ice cube painting to water play wonders, add these cool activities to your day. Location: YMCA 25 YMCA Blvd. Elkton, MD. 21921 Instructor; Margaret Ann Knaub Cost: $15

WS = Workshops

Wednesday, January 14, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Discipline Punishment or Guidance (3 hours CD)

Create your list of classroom rules (no more than 5) written in the positive with words and pictures. We will be sure to include have fun as our 6th rule and look at how we guide behavior. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd. Ste. 105 , Instructor: Abby Bruns Cost: $25

Saturday, January 17, 2015 - 8:30 am - 12:30 PM First Aid This two year certification meets OCC guidelines Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd, Ste. 105, Instructor: Paramedical Personnel Cost: $30

Saturday, January 17, 2015 - 1 PM - 5 PM CPR This two year certification meets OCC guidelines Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd, Ste. 105, Instructor: Paramedical Personnel Cost: $30

Thursday, January 22, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Rainy Day Activities (3 hours C)

The weather may prevent some outdoor activities, however—we have plans for indoor fun and learning. Leave with plans to fill those indoor days. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd. Ste. 105, Instructor: Hailea Cole Cost: $25

Saturday, January 24, 2015 - 9 am - 3 PM Medication Administration (Limit 10) Please bring a lunch. This approved OCC training teaches all aspects of administering medication safely. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd. Ste. 105, Instructor: Kay Rowland Cost: $60

Tuesday, January 27, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Childhood Speech, Language & Listening Problems - (3 hours SN)

Take a closer look at the stages of language development and experience activities to support receptive and expressive language development. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd. Ste. 105 Instructor: Lionel Harris Cost: $25

Saturday, January 31 2015 – 9 am to 3:00 PM Emergency and Disaster Preparedness Please bring a lunch. You will complete a written emergency and disaster plan for your child care program. This meets the 6-hour COMAR requirement effective July 1, 2010, for child care centers, family providers, and family child care applicants. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd. Ste. 105, Instructor: Abby Bruns Cost: $30

Monday, January 12, 2015 - 6 PM - 9 PM Let’s Get Moving (3 hours CD) Examine the benefit of learning through movement and come away with activities to support physical development. Location: West Nottingham Preschool 1195 Firetower Rd. Colora, MD. 21917 Instructor: Margaret Ann Knaub Cost: $15

Baltimore County Course Registration Form Please detach and mail the completed form along with your

payment to: Child Care Links, Inc. 1001 North Point Blvd., Suite 112 Baltimore, MD 21224

Name

Type of Provider: Family Center Center name:

Address:

Course registering for: 90 Hr Young Child 45 Hr Infant/Toddler

City: Zip Code:

Evening phone: Daytime phone:

Method of payment: Visa Mastercard Company check or money order

Card Number & Expiration Date:

Amount enclosed:

Signature:

Baltimore County Workshop Registration Form

Please detach and mail the completed form along with your payment to:

Child Care Links, Inc. 1001 North Point Blvd., Suite 112 Baltimore, MD 21224

Total amount enclosed: $ Method of payment:

Visa MasterCard Company check Money order Card number: Expiration date: Signature:

Name: Address:

Phone: Type of Provider: Family

Workshop date Workshop Title Cost

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1

Closed

2

Closed

3

4 5 WS (2P)

6 WS (3P)

7 WS (2P)

8 9 10

11 12 WS (3CD)

13 14 WS (3CD)

15 16 17 FA CPR

18 19 20 21 22 WS (3C)

23 24 Med. Admin.

25 26

27 WS (3SN)

28 29 30 31 EDP (3HSN) & (3P)

Harford/Cecil County - January 2015

Monday, January 5, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM MD EXCELS (2 hours P)

What have YOU heard about MD EXCELS? Please join us to learn more about Maryland’s new Tiered Quality Rating and Improvement System and how participation can benefit your child care program. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd, Ste. 105, Instructor: Dr. Rose Cost: $0

Tuesday, January 6, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Positive Communication with Parents (3 hours P)

Communication is the key to building relationships. Explore how to communicate with parents. Sharing curriculum goals, developmental growth and highlights of their child’s day builds a relationship that shows you care and are dedicated to education . Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd, Ste. 105, Instructor: Tracey Brady

Cost: $25 Wednesday, January 7, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

MSDE Accreditation Orientation (2 hours P) Join an MSDE Accreditation Validator for an overview of the Child Care/Head Start accreditation process. Become acquainted with standards supporting documents, and rating process. Workshop is required for programs pursuing MSDE Accreditation and Re-accreditation. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd, Ste. 105, Instructor: Mary Ellen Ashton Cost: $5

WS= Workshops

Baltimore County Workshop Registration Form

Please detach and mail the completed form along with your payment to:

Child Care Links, Inc. 1001 North Point Blvd., Suite 112 Baltimore, MD 21224

Total amount enclosed: $ Method of payment:

Visa MasterCard Company check Money order Card number: Expiration date: Signature:

Name: Address:

Phone: Type of Provider: Family

Workshop date Workshop Title Cost

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1

Closed

2

Closed

3

4 5 WS (2P)

6 WS (3P)

7 WS (2P)

8 9 10

11 12 WS (3CD)

13 14 WS (3CD)

15 16 17 FA CPR

18 19 20 21 22 WS (3C)

23 24 Med. Admin.

25 26

27 WS (3SN)

28 29 30 31 EDP (3HSN) & (3P)

Harford/Cecil County - January 2015

Monday, January 5, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM MD EXCELS (2 hours P)

What have YOU heard about MD EXCELS? Please join us to learn more about Maryland’s new Tiered Quality Rating and Improvement System and how participation can benefit your child care program. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd, Ste. 105, Instructor: Dr. Rose Cost: $0

Tuesday, January 6, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Positive Communication with Parents (3 hours P)

Communication is the key to building relationships. Explore how to communicate with parents. Sharing curriculum goals, developmental growth and highlights of their child’s day builds a relationship that shows you care and are dedicated to education . Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd, Ste. 105, Instructor: Tracey Brady

Cost: $25 Wednesday, January 7, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

MSDE Accreditation Orientation (2 hours P) Join an MSDE Accreditation Validator for an overview of the Child Care/Head Start accreditation process. Become acquainted with standards supporting documents, and rating process. Workshop is required for programs pursuing MSDE Accreditation and Re-accreditation. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd, Ste. 105, Instructor: Mary Ellen Ashton Cost: $5

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Wednesday, January 14, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Discipline Punishment or Guidance (3 hours CD)

Create your list of classroom rules (no more than 5) written in the positive with words and pictures. We will be sure to include have fun as our 6th rule and look at how we guide behavior. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd. Ste. 105 , Instructor: Abby Bruns Cost: $25

Saturday, January 17, 2015 - 8:30 am - 12:30 PM First Aid This two year certification meets OCC guidelines Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd, Ste. 105, Instructor: Paramedical Personnel Cost: $30

Saturday, January 17, 2015 - 1 PM - 5 PM CPR This two year certification meets OCC guidelines Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd, Ste. 105, Instructor: Paramedical Personnel Cost: $30

Thursday, January 22, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Rainy Day Activities (3 hours C)

The weather may prevent some outdoor activities, however—we have plans for indoor fun and learning. Leave with plans to fill those indoor days. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd. Ste. 105, Instructor: Hailea Cole Cost: $25

Saturday, January 24, 2015 - 9 am - 3 PM Medication Administration (Limit 10) Please bring a lunch. This approved OCC training teaches all aspects of administering medication safely. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd. Ste. 105, Instructor: Kay Rowland Cost: $60

Tuesday, January 27, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Childhood Speech, Language & Listening Problems - (3 hours SN)

Take a closer look at the stages of language development and experience activities to support receptive and expressive language development. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd. Ste. 105 Instructor: Lionel Harris Cost: $25

Saturday, January 31 2015 – 9 am to 3:00 PM Emergency and Disaster Preparedness Please bring a lunch. You will complete a written emergency and disaster plan for your child care program. This meets the 6-hour COMAR requirement effective July 1, 2010, for child care centers, family providers, and family child care applicants. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd. Ste. 105, Instructor: Abby Bruns Cost: $30

Monday, January 12, 2015 - 6 PM - 9 PM Let’s Get Moving (3 hours CD) Examine the benefit of learning through movement and come away with activities to support physical development. Location: West Nottingham Preschool 1195 Firetower Rd. Colora, MD. 21917 Instructor: Margaret Ann Knaub Cost: $15

Baltimore County Course Registration Form Please detach and mail the completed form along with your

payment to: Child Care Links, Inc. 1001 North Point Blvd., Suite 112 Baltimore, MD 21224

Name

Type of Provider: Family Center Center name:

Address:

Course registering for: 90 Hr Young Child 45 Hr Infant/Toddler

City: Zip Code:

Evening phone: Daytime phone:

Method of payment: Visa Mastercard Company check or money order

Card Number & Expiration Date:

Amount enclosed:

Signature:

Baltimore County Courses

90 Hour Young Child Course: Dates: Tuesday, January 6 through Thursday, April 16, 2015 Time: Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:30 to 9:30 PM Location: 1101 North Point Boulevard, Suite 112 Baltimore, MD 21224 Cost: $500 (this includes the textbook) 45 Hour Infant/Toddler Course: Dates: Saturday, January 10 through Saturday, March 7, 2015 Time: Saturdays from 9:00 am to 2:00 PM Location: 1101 North Point Boulevard, Suite 112 Baltimore, MD 21224 Cost: $300 (this includes the textbook) Registration: Participants must pre-register. Participants must register AND PAY a 50% deposit ($250 for the 90 Hrs & $150 for the 45 Hr Infant/Toddler) and the remaining balance ($250 for the 90 Hrs & $150 for the 45 Hr Infant/Toddler) must be completely paid to receive a certificate. Registration is accepted by phone, mail, or in person. Visa or Mastercard is required for all registrations done by phone. For mail registration, send completed 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. Should you need to discuss a payment plan, please call 410-288- 4900. 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 Baltimore County schools close for inclement weather, class will be canceled. If, for any reason, this changes, a CCL staff member will contact you. Missed classes due to weather closures will be rescheduled.

Monday, February 2, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM MD EXCELS (2 hours P)

What have YOU heard about MD EXCELS? Please join us to learn more about Maryland’s new Tiered Quality Rating and Improvement System and how participation can benefit your child care program. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd, Ste. 105, Instructor: Dr. Rose

Cost: $0 Tuesday, February 3, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Winter Wonders (3 hours C) Tis the season to explore the wonders of the season - incorporate the season into all areas of the curriculum. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd. Ste. 105, Instructor: Amy Ernst Cost: $25

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 2 WS (2P)

3 WS (3C)

4 5 WS (2C)

6 7

8 9 10

11 WS (3CD)

12 WS 2SN

13 14

15 16 17 WS (3HSN)

18 Med Admin

19 Med Admin

20 21

22 23 FA

24

25 CPR 26 WS (3CM)

27 28

Harford/Cecil County - February 2015

Thursday, February 5, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Fun with Water and Ice (2 hours C) From Ice cube painting to water play wonders, add these cool activities to your day. Location: YMCA 25 YMCA Blvd. Elkton, MD. 21921 Instructor; Margaret Ann Knaub Cost: $15

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Wednesday, February 11, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Busy Kids Don’t Bite (3 hours CD) At certain stages of development, some children bite. Examine the reasons why and develop strategies and activities to engage these children in experiences that keep them busy and engage. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd. Ste. 105 , Instructor: Abby Bruns Cost: $25

Thursday, February 12, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM SIDS ( 2 hours HSN) Learn policies to meet safe sleep standards for infants. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd, Ste. 105, Instructor: Jean Edwards

Cost: $20 Tuesday, February 17, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Eat Well, Eat Smart (2 hours HSN) Explore how easy nutritional changes can be made to create a healthy and nutritionally smart diet. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd. Ste. 105, Instructor: Hailea Cole Cost: $20

Monday, February 23, 2015 – 6 PM - 9 PM First Aid This two year certification meets OCC guidelines. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd. Ste. 105, Instructor: Paramedical Personnel Cost: $30

Wednesday, February 25, 2015 – 6 PM to 9 PM CPR This two year certification meets OCC guidelines. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush RD. Ste. 105, Instructor: Paramedical Personnel Cost: $30

Thursday, February 26, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Creating Parent Friendly Classrooms (3 hours CM)

Take a look at your program from a parent’s point of view. From parent boards to special events to how you welcome them into your program, gain ideas and insights to make parents feel part of the program too. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd. Ste. 105, Instructor: Tracey Brady Cost: $25

Wednesday, February 18, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Medicine Administration Part 1 (3 hours HSN) This approved OCC training teaches all aspects of administering medication safely. * Must take class on Feb 18 Part 2* Location: YMCA @ 25 YMCA Blvd. Elkton, MD. 21921 Instructor: Dawn Boyce Cost: $60

Thursday, February 19, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Medicine Administration Part 2 (3 hours HSN) This approved OCC training teaches all aspects of administering medication safely. *Must take class on Feb 18 Part 1* Location: YMCA @ 25 YMCA Blvd. Elkton, MD. 21921 Instructor: Dawn Boyce Cost: $0

Saturday, March 14, 2015 – 12 PM to 3 PM Organization is Key (3 hours P) Organize your curriculum, program and goals. Leave with new strategies for efficiency. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Melanie Ferger Cost: $25

Thursday, March 19, 2015 – 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM Parent Involvement in the Classroom (3 hours CM)

Parents are an integral part of a child’s educational experience. There are many creative ways to involve parents. Come away with ideas that work for you. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Bridget Strama Cost: $25

Saturday, March 21, 2015 – 8:30 am to 12:30 PM First Aid This two year certification meets OCC guidelines. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Paramedical Personnel Cost: $30

Saturday, March 21, 2015 – 1 PM to 5 PM CPR This two year certification meets OCC guidelines. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Paramedical Personnel Cost: $30

Saturday, March 21, 2015 – 9 am to 3 PM Medication Administration (Limit 10) Please bring a lunch. This approved OCC training teaches all aspects of administering medication safely. Location: Ste. 112, Instructor: Kay Rowland

Cost: $60 Monday, March 23, 2015 – 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM

Why do they do That? Understanding Learning Disabilities (3 hours SN) Experience what it feels like to have a learning disability. See things in a new light. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Janice Chambers Cost: $25

Wednesday, March 25, 2015 – 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM Avoiding Burnout (3 hours P) Do you feel like it’s Friday and it’s only Monday? You may be experiencing the early signs of burnout. Learn the warning signs and symptoms. Gain practical strategies to stay motivated. Location: Wards Chapel Preschool 11023 Liberty Road Randallstown, MD 21133 Instructor: Larry Appel Cost: $25

Wednesday, March 4, 2015 – 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM Moving from Here to There: Managing Transitions (3 hours C) Explore the types of transitions that occur in a child’s day and gain new strategies and ideas to move throughout the day. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Esther Chapman Cost: $25

Monday, March 9, 2015 – 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM Childhood Obesity and Nutrition (3 hours HSN)

The numbers are rising. With obesity a major concern, examine the causes. Take a look at improving nutrition. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Larry Appel Cost: $25

Saturday, March 14, 2015 – 8:30 am to 11:30 am BLOOM (3 hours CD)

Be the teacher that lives on in a child’s memory. Spring into new ways of looking at development. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Kori Wilson Cost: $25

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 2 3 4 WS (3C)

5 6 7

8 9 WS (3HSN)

10 11 12 13 14 WS (3CD & 3P

15 16 17 18

19 WS (3CM)

20 21 Med. Admin. FA CPR

22 23 WS (3SN)

24

25 WS (3P)

26 27 28

29 30 31

Baltimore County - March 2015

WS =Workshops Monday, March 2, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM MD EXCELS (2 hours P)

What have YOU heard about MD EXCELS? Please join us to learn more about Maryland’s new Tiered Quality Rating and Improvement System and how participation can benefit your child care program. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd, Ste. 105, Instructor: Dr. Rose Cost: $0

Thursday, March 5, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Circle Time Activities (3 hours C)

Is your circle time turning into a square? Add new strategies and techniques to turn up the excitement and learning. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd. Instructor: Abby Bruns Cost: $25

Saturday, March 7, 2015 - 9 am –3 PM Medication Administration (6 HSN) Please bring a lunch This approved OCC training teaches all aspects of administering medication safely. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd. Ste. 105, Instructor: Kay Rowland Cost: $60

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 2 WS (2P)

3

4 5 WS (2C)

6 7 Med Admin

8 9 10 EDP (3HSN &3P)

11 WS (3SN)

12 EDP (3HSN &3P)

13 14

15 16 WS (3CM)

17 18 19

20 21

22 23

24 WS (3HSN)

25 26 WS (3CM)

27 28 FA CPR

29 30 WS (3CD)

31

Harford/Cecil County - March 2015

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Wednesday, March 11, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Positive Guidance (3 hours SN)

Take the “mis” out of misbehavior and see how some things are developmental. Develop a guidance plan to help children through the developmental stages. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd, Ste. 105, Instructor: Lionel Harris Cost: $25

Tuesday, March 24, 2015 – 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM Allergies & Asthma (3 hours HSN)

Learn more about common allergies children in your care may have and how to respond to an allergic reaction. Learn more about Asthma in children as well. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd., Ste. 105 Instructor: Karen Trafton-Keruly Cost: $25

Monday, March 16, 2015 - 6 PM - 9 PM Cultural Diversity in Your Program (3 hours CM) Examine and reflect on how to bring diversity into your program. Avoid stereotypical images and beliefs to create an environment that celebrates diversity. Location: West Nottingham Preschool 1195 Firetower Rd. Colora, MD. 21917 Instructor: Margaret Ann Knaub Cost: $15

Tuesday, March 10, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Emergency and Disaster Preparedness - Part 1(must register for Part 2) You will complete a written emergency and disaster plan for your child care program. This meets the 6-hour COMAR requirement effective July 1, 2010, for child care centers, family providers, and family child care applicants. Location: YMCA 25 YMCA Blvd. Elkton, MD 21921 Instructor: Margaret Ann Knaub Cost: $30

Thursday, March 12, 2015 – 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Emergency and Disaster Preparedness - Part 2(must register for Part 1) You will complete a written emergency and disaster plan for your child care program. This meets the 6-hour COMAR requirement effective July 1, 2010, for child care centers, family providers, and family child care applicants. Location: YMCA 25 YMCA Blvd. Elkton, MD 21921 Instructor: Margaret Ann Knaub Cost: $0

Wednesday, February 18, 2015 – 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM Children’s Temperaments: Social & Emotional Development (3 hours CD) Temperament influences your behavior throughout your life. Learn to identify the temperament in others and examine social and emotional stage s of development. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Janice Chambers Cost: $25

Saturday, February 21, 2015 – 9 am to 3 PM Medication Administration (Limit 10) Please bring a lunch.

This approved OCC training teaches all aspects of administering medication safely. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Kay Rowland Cost: $60

Tuesday, February 24, 2015 – 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM Conferencing with Parents (3 hours P)

Gain knowledge in scheduling, developing and completing parent conferences. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Bridget Strama Cost: $25

Saturday, February 28, 2015 – 8:30 am to 12:30 PM First Aid This two year certification meets OCC guidelines. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Paramedical Personnel Cost: $30

Saturday, February 28, 2015 – 1 PM to 5 PM CPR This two year certification meets OCC guidelines. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Paramedical Personnel Cost: $30

Wednesday, February 25, 2015 – 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM Turn that Frown Upside Down – Childhood Depression (3hours SN) Look at the signs and symptoms of childhood depression. Strategies and ideas to help children cope will be discussed. Location: Wards Chapel Preschool 11023 Liberty Road Randallstown, MD 21133 Instructor: Kori Wilson Cost: $25

Wednesday, February 4, 2015 – 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM Cultural Diversity in Your Program (3 hours CM) Examine and reflect on how to bring diversity into your program. Avoid stereotypical images and beliefs to create an environment that celebrates diversity. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Larry Appel Cost: $25

Saturday, February 7, 2015 – 9:00 am to 3:00 PM Emergency and Disaster Preparedness Please bring a lunch. You will complete a written emergency and disaster plan for your child care program. This meets the 6-hour COMAR requirement effective July 1, 2010, for child care centers, family providers, and family child care applicants. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Kelvin Thomas Cost: $30

Monday, February 9, 2015 – 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM Anxiety in Children (1.5 hours SN, 1.5 hours HSN)

Explore the possible causes, traumas and instances that result in anxiety. Examine ways to ease this in young children. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Larry Appel Cost: $25

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 2 3 4 WS (3CM)

5 6 7 EDP (3HSN & 3P)

8 9 WS (3SN)

10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 WS (3CD)

19 20 21 Med. Admin.

22 23 24 WS (3P)

25 WS (3SN)

26 27 28 FA CPR

Baltimore County - February 2015

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Thursday, March 26, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Parent Involvement in the Classroom (3 hours CM)

Parents are an integral part of a child’s educational experience. There are many creative ways to involve parents. Come away with ideas that work for you. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd., Ste. 105 Instructor: Hailea Cole Cost: $25

Saturday, March 28, 2015 - 8:30 am - 12:30 PM First Aid

This two year certification meets OCC guidelines Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd, Ste. 105, Instructor: Paramedical Personnel Cost: $30

Saturday, March 28, 2015 - 1 PM - 5 PM CPR

This two year certification meets OCC guidelines Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd, Ste. 105, Instructor: Paramedical Personnel

Cost: $30 Monday, March 30, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Play the Work of Children (3 hours CD) The expression “child’s play” doesn’t even begin to describe what children learn through play. Examine the stages of play and ways to create opportunities for purposeful play in your program. Location: 2105 Laurel Bush Rd., Ste. 105 Instructor: Amy Ernst Cost: $25

Harford County Courses

90 Hour Young Child Course: Dates: Monday, January 5 through Wednesday, April 15, 2015 Time: Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6:30 to 9:30 PM Location: Y Preschool - 1200 Creamery Lane Belcamp, MD 21017 Cost: $500 (this includes the textbook) Registration: Participants must pre-register. Participants must register AND PAY a 50% deposit ($250 for the 90 Hrs and then remaining balance ($250 for the 90 Hrs) must be completely paid to receive a certificate. Registration is accepted by phone, mail, or in person. Visa or Mastercard is required for all registrations done by phone. For mail registration, send completed form to Child Care Links, Inc., 2105 Laurel Bush Rd. Ste 105 BelAir, MD. 21015 Attn: Registration Office. Child Care Links does not accept personal checks. Should you need to discuss a payment plan, please call 443-512-0461 Inclement Weather Policy: Please note that the training department of Child Care Links follows the Harford & Cecil County Public School Systems inclement weather policy for closings and delayed openings. If Harford or Cecil County schools close for inclement weather, class will be canceled. If, for any reason, this changes, a CCL staff member will contact you. Missed classes due to weather closures will be rescheduled.

Saturday, January 17, 2015 – 9 am to 11 am SIDS (2 hours HSN)

Learn policies to meet safe sleep standards for infants. Location: Ste. 112, Instructor: Barbara Seaman Cost: $20

Wednesday, January 21, 2015 – 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM Allergies & Asthma (3 hours HSN)

Learn more about common allergies children in your care May have and how to respond to an allergic reaction. Learn More about Asthma in children as well. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Larry Appel Cost: $25

Saturday, January 24, 2015 – 8:30 am to 12:30 PM First Aid

This two year certification meets OCC guidelines. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Paramedical Personnel Cost: $30

Saturday, January 24, 2015 – 1 PM to 5 PM CPR This two year certification meets OCC guidelines. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Paramedical Personnel Cost: $30

Monday, January 26, 2015 – 6:30 to 9:30 PM Curriculum Exploration (3 hours C)

Gain new ideas, techniques and insight to create and implement an engaging, educational and age appropriate curriculum. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Esther Chapman Cost: $25

Saturday, January 31, 2015 – 8:30 am to 11:30 am Creating Sociable Children (1.5 hours CD & 1.5 hours C) Explore the stages of social development and how to support children in gaining these skills. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Larry Appel Cost: $25

Saturday, January 31, 2015 – 12 PM to 3 PM Books that Move (3 hours C)

Make literacy come to life with stories and activities that get children up and moving. Story extensions will also be shared. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Melanie Ferger Cost: $25

Wednesday, January 28, 2015 – 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM Learning with the Brain & Body (1.5 hours CD & 1.5 hours HSN) Examine the connection and how to support development. Location: Wards Chapel Preschool 11023 Liberty Road Randallstown, MD 21133 , Instructor: Kori Wilson Cost: $25

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Closed

2

Closed

3

4 5 6 7 WS (3P)

8 9 10 Med. Admin.

11 12 13 WS (3CD)

14 15 16 17 WS (2HSN)

18 19 20 21 WS (3HSN)

22 23 24 FA CPR

25 26 WS (3C)

27 28 WS (1.5 CD & 1.5HSN)

29 30 31 WS (1.5 CD, 1.5 C & 3C)

Baltimore County - January 2015

Wednesday, January 7, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Avoiding Burnout for Child Care Providers (3 hours P)

Do you feel like it’s Friday and it’s only Monday? You may be experiencing the early signs of burnout. Learn the warning signs and symptoms. Gain practical strategies to stay motivated. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Larry Appel Cost: $25

Saturday, January 10, 2015 - 9 a.m. - 3 PM Medication Administration (Limit 10) Please bring a lunch. This approved OCC training teaches all aspects of administering medication safely. Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Kay Rowland

Cost: $60 Tuesday, January 13, 2015 - 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Baby Talk: Infant Activities (3 hours CD) Learn activities to do with children up and through age 2! Location: Ste. 129, Instructor: Bridget Strama Cost: $25

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Harford & Cecil County Course Registration Form Please detach and mail the completed form along with your

payment to: Child Care Links, Inc. 2105 Laurel Bush Rd. Ste. 105 Bel Air, MD. 21015

Name

Type of Provider: Family Center Center name:

Address:

Course registering for: 90 Hr Young Child 45 Hr Infant/Toddler

City: Zip Code:

Evening phone: Daytime phone:

Method of payment: Visa MasterCard Company check or money order

Card Number & Expiration Date:

Amount enclosed:

Signature:

Harford & Cecil County Workshop Registration Form

Please detach and mail the completed form along with your payment to:

Child Care Links, Inc. 2105 Laurel Bush Rd. Ste. 105. Bel Air, MD. 21015

Name: Address:

Phone: Type of Provider: Family

Workshop date Workshop Title Cost

Method of payment: Visa MasterCard Company check Money order Card number: Expiration date: Signature:

Total amount enclosed: $

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Baltimore County Workshops Baltimore County Courses Baltimore County Workshop Registration Form Baltimore County Course Registration Form Harford/Cecil County Workshops Harford/Cecil County Courses Harford/Cecil County Workshop Registration Form Harford/Cecil County Course Registration Form Workshop Registration Information

Workshops consist of three to six hours of training. All workshops are Core of Knowledge trainings. First Aid, CPR , Medication Administration and EDP are all recognized Health & Safety Classes that meet licensing requirements. Courses consist of the 90 and 45 hour courses. 24 Hour Pre-Service training and workshops that require multiple dates of attendance are included.

Core of Knowledge Key:

CD - Child Development C - Curriculum CM - Community HSN - Health, Safety, Nutrition P - Professionalism SN - Special Needs

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Preparedness

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Child Care Links Locations

Baltimore County 1101 North Point Blvd

Ste. 112 & 129 Baltimore, MD. 21224 Main - 410-288-4900 Fax - 410-288-3943

www.childcarelinks.net

Harford & Cecil Counties 2105 Laurel Bush Rd

Ste. 105 Bel Air, MD. 21015

Main – 443-512-0461 Fax – 443-512-0185

www.hcchildcarelinksinc.org

Workshop Registration Information for Baltimore, Harford & Cecil Counties

Workshops are approved for training credit by the MSDE Office of Child Care Credentialing Branch

Registration. All workshop participants must pre-register –NO EXCEPTIONS. Participants are required to register and pay for workshops in advance. Registration is accepted by phone, mail or in person. Please call Child Care Links location to register from 8:30am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday. Visa or MasterCard required for all registrations done by phone. 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 at least 24 hours prior to the workshop. If after hours, please leave a message on Child Care Links’ answering service. No credit or refunds are issued for “No Shows”. Call Child Care Links location with any questions or concerns about our refund or credit policies. Any credits issued are good for one year from the date of issue. Late Arrivals. Workshops begin at 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 the Child Care Links staff for any participant turned away from training for lateness. Cancellation or change policy. Child Care Links may need to cancel a workshop; 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 feed 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 workshop 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. Certificates will be given out after successful completion of training assessment. Generally certificates can be given out immediately after the training, however if the assessment is lengthy, certificates will be mailed. 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. Inclement Weather - Please note that the training department of Child Care Links follows the Baltimore County Public School Systems weather policy for closings and delayed openings , If Baltimore County schools close for inclement weather, class will be canceled. During the weekend our class will be canceled if Parks and Rec. cancels school activities. Please note that the training department of Child Care Links follows Harford & Cecil Counties Public School weather policy for closings and delayed openings. If Harford or Cecil County Schools close for inclement weather, class will be canceled. During the weekend our class will be canceled if Parks and Rec. cancels school activities. If, for any reason, this changes, a CCL staff member will contact you. Missed classes due to weather closures will be rescheduled.

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