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SEIU-First Steps in Inclusion: Understanding Sensory and Behavioral Responses

Free

with Anita Hisatake

Calendar Next available session starts May 27, 2026 at 6 pm

This beginner level training introduces early childhood educators to the foundational understanding of how sensory experiences and behavioral responses are connected in young children (ages 0-5). Participants will explore how to recognize when a child’s actions might be related to sensory processing rather than intentional behavior, learn ways to observe and respond with empathy, and gain simple strategies to support inclusion and comfort in early learning environments. Set One in LEC. Infant/ Toddler, Preschool.

 

Oregon Registry Basics

Free

with Heather Erwin

Calendar Next available session starts May 28, 2026 at 6 pm

Join this session to learn about the Oregon Registry, how Oregon Registry Online (ORO) is designed for the Early Learning Professional, and what resources are available to help you achieve your professional development goals. Set One in PPLD. No Age Related Content.

 

¿Cómo dices?: Interpretando la comunicación infantil y las señales de los bebés / Say What? Discerning Infant Communication and Reading Babies Cues

$20

with Sara Ashou

Calendar Next available session starts Jun 4, 2026 at 6 pm

En esta sesión, las y los participantes examinarán cómo se desarrolla el lenguaje en la primera infancia y practicarán estrategias para comprender las señales y formas de comunicación de los bebés, promoviendo un desarrollo saludable del lenguaje. Nivel Dos en HGD. Infantes/Niños Pequeños.

Privilege & Me: Examining Social Identity, Unearned Advantage & How We Can Work to Make Things Fair for Everyone

$20

with Kelley Lawson

Calendar Next available session starts Jun 9, 2026 at 6 pm

Privilege is unearned access or advantages granted to specific groups of people because of their membership in a social group. It can be based on various social identities such as race, gender, religion, socioeconomic status, ability status, sexuality, age, or education level. In this class, participants will examine their personal perspectives of privilege and how these shape their ECE practices. Set Two in DIV. No Age Related Content.

Examining Challenges for Children with Activated Stress Response Using All Five Senses

$20

with Aoife Magee

Calendar Next available session starts Jun 10, 2026 at 6 pm

Participants in this training will examine the common challenges of stress and overstimulation experienced by adults and children. We will explore states of arousal and the “fight, flight, or freeze” response and how to move back into productive states of activity when triggered. Hands-on activities will allow attendees to explore a variety of strategies that can effectively be used to calm overactive minds and bodies by targeting all five senses. Set Two in HGD. Infant/ Toddler, Preschool, School Age.

BLS for Healthcare Providers CPR Course

$90
Calendar Next available session starts Jun 13, 2026 at 9 am
Covers the knowledge and skills for Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers, initial and renewal certification. Prepares a wide variety of healthcare professionals to recognize sudden cardiac arrest, respiratory emergencies, provide CPR, use an AED and relieve choking in both children and adults. Successful completion of this course provides certification and an AHA BLS Provider Card. The American Heart Association (AHA) requires all students to have a current copy of the course textbook to have it available for personal use. This book will be provided to you in class. *The American Heart Association (AHA) strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in Basic Life Support (BLS), and has developed instructional materials for this purpose. Use of these materials in an educational course does not represent course sponsorship by the AHA, and any fees charged for such a course do not represent income to the Association.

Educacion para compradores de vivienda

$35

with Salvador Cruz Torres

Calendar Next available session starts Jun 13, 2026 at 9 am
Taller para compradores de vivienda. Esta clase está diseñada para ayudar a los compradores de vivienda por primera vez a aprender los conceptos básicos sobre el proceso de compra de vivienda. Aprenda la jerga y salga mejor preparado para completar con éxito el proceso de compra de una casa. El curso cubre: decisiones de vivienda, preparación financiera, compra de una casa, hipotecas, evitar el fraude en los préstamos, hipotecas, cierre y mantenimiento de su inversión. Se proporciona aperitivos y becas disponibles. Para obtener información sobre las becas disponibles, comuníquese con Columbia Cascade Housing Corp. al (541) 296-3397. La matrícula cubre hasta dos participantes. Sírvase proporcionar información de registro para ambos. Sin descuentos ni exenciones universitarias.

First Aid CPR and AED - Hood River

$80

with Holly Webster

Calendar Next available session starts Jun 13, 2026 at 9 am
The Heartsaver First Aid Course Teaches rescuers to effectively recognize and treat adult emergencies in the critical first minutes until emergency medical service personnel arrive. The course also provides a complete health and safety training solution for first aid, adult/infant CPR, and Automated External Defibrillation AED. Course meets the State of Oregon Child Care licensing requirement. American Heart Association (AHA) requires all students to have a copy of the course textbook to prepare for the course and to have it available for personal use. The book will be provided to you in class.




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