This training is designed for license exempt family child care providers. Participants will understand social and emotional development typical for children’s mental health for children 0-12 and the mental health needs of children and youth including the impact on families and provider care practices. They will also understand how to recognize risk factors that might lead to or result in children with mental health issues, learn research based practices to support families and children’s emotional well-being, and learn child care practices to support children with mental health disorders. Set One in SN. Infant/ Toddler, Preschool, School Age.

STOP- Please note:There are two parts to the Introduction to Registered Family Child Care (IRF). You can register for Part 2 after you have completed the IRF Part One online class located at https://occd.educadium.com/. This must be completed first!

The Introduction to Registered Family Child Care Part Two is the required in-person training you must attend after completing the online IRF Part One to become a provider. This free class provides you with a rule book, resources to help you be successful in your new business, information about the role of Child Care Resource & Referral, what quality child care looks like and much more. You must pre-register. Set One in PM. No Age Related Content.

Preschoolers are naturally curious and full of questions. As educators and providers, our role is to partner in their learning through meaningful conversations that build skills, strengthen relationships, and foster learning. In this training, we will discuss what meaningful conversations look like, how to incorporate them into your daily routine, and why preschoolers thrive off them, too. Set Two in UGB. Preschool.

Ideally, we are in always in a peaceful partnership with the families that we serve. Yet, sometimes we must have conversations that are difficult and uncomfortable that may put that partnership at risk. Examine ways to create a safe, trusting atmosphere, explore ways to communicate when emotions run high, and maintain a relationship that is respectful, clear and effective. Set Two in FCS. No Age Related Content.

Do you want to create a sensory-friendly learning environment? Do you have children who can’t handle transitions, avoid messy activities, and more? We will explore what a sensory processing disorder is and analyze strategies to support children who are struggling. You will leave this session with activities and resources to help you set up a sensory-friendly environment. Set THREE in LEC/ SN. Infant/ Toddler, Preschool.

A gentle approach to teaching mathematical thinking in infants and toddlers while addressing any complicated feelings you may have around math. We will explore what children need to know before they are ready to count, identify shapes, or recognize numbers. We will learn to observe young children’s mathematical thinking and assess next steps for supporting their development. Set Two in LEC/OA. Infant/ Toddler.

What is your program's purpose? What is your purpose? In this training you will develop your leadership skills and strategies to help you lead on purpose. We'll also examine the purpse, mission, vision, and values of your program, how they can be used for marketing, and how vital they are in creating a strong team culture. Set Two in PM. No Age Related Content.

This session is the first step in participation in Spark, Oregon's quality rating system. Spark recognizes, rewards, and builds on what you are already doing well and provides free tools, financial incentives and professional support to increase and document your program’s quality. In this session participants will explore Spark participation through a step by step breakdown of the Spark process and criteria and get an in depth look at the benefits of participating in Spark. Set One in PM. No Age Related Content