December 4, 2024 Let’s Chat About Webinars Pennsylvania’s Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) and Early Intervention Technical Assistance (EITA) will co-host a series of four webinars on language and literacy development. Learn More The webinars will include information on structured literacy and provide resources to share with families and use in classrooms and centers. The free, hour-long webinars will run from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on the following dates: January 10: Supporting Early Communication January 24: Building an Inclusive Library for Young Children February 7: Putting the Fun in Phonological Awareness February 21: Promoting Emergent Writing with Children Attendees will be able to earn PQAS credit hours, Infant Toddler hours, and ACT48 hours. More information and registration is available on the Let’s Chat About Webinars website.
Let’s Chat About Webinars Pennsylvania’s Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) and Early Intervention Technical Assistance (EITA) will co-host a series of four webinars on language and literacy development. Learn More The webinars will include information on structured literacy and provide resources to share with families and use in classrooms and centers. The free, hour-long webinars will run from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on the following dates: January 10: Supporting Early Communication January 24: Building an Inclusive Library for Young Children February 7: Putting the Fun in Phonological Awareness February 21: Promoting Emergent Writing with Children Attendees will be able to earn PQAS credit hours, Infant Toddler hours, and ACT48 hours. More information and registration is available on the Let’s Chat About Webinars website.
Let’s Chat About Webinars Pennsylvania’s Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) and Early Intervention Technical Assistance (EITA) will co-host a series of four webinars on language and literacy development. Learn More The webinars will include information on structured literacy and provide resources to share with families and use in classrooms and centers. The free, hour-long webinars will run from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on the following dates: January 10: Supporting Early Communication January 24: Building an Inclusive Library for Young Children February 7: Putting the Fun in Phonological Awareness February 21: Promoting Emergent Writing with Children Attendees will be able to earn PQAS credit hours, Infant Toddler hours, and ACT48 hours. More information and registration is available on the Let’s Chat About Webinars website.
Let’s Chat About Webinars Pennsylvania’s Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) and Early Intervention Technical Assistance (EITA) will co-host a series of four webinars on language and literacy development. Learn More The webinars will include information on structured literacy and provide resources to share with families and use in classrooms and centers. The free, hour-long webinars will run from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on the following dates: January 10: Supporting Early Communication January 24: Building an Inclusive Library for Young Children February 7: Putting the Fun in Phonological Awareness February 21: Promoting Emergent Writing with Children Attendees will be able to earn PQAS credit hours, Infant Toddler hours, and ACT48 hours. More information and registration is available on the Let’s Chat About Webinars website.
September 5, 2024 Green Cleaning Event for Early Learning Providers Women for a Healthy Environment will host a professional development session on green cleaning in October that is designed specifically for early child care providers. Learn More The event, which provides two PQAS and Act 48 credits, will focus on creating a safe, healthy space for the development and well-being of young children. The workshop will equip attendees with the knowledge and tools to make impactful changes in daily cleaning routines. The event will instruct attendees how to: Protect the health of children in their care and learn how to create a safer environment by using green, non-toxic alternatives Recognize the distinctions between cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting, and why each is critical in a child care setting Look for effective, eco-friendly products that reduce exposure to toxic substances, ensuring a healthier space for children. More Details Attendees will take home a green cleaning kit. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided. The session will run from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 3 at the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh’s Allegheny branch, located at 1230 Federal St. Space is limited. Registration is now open.
August 12, 2024 Theiss Training Center: Becoming Trauma Aware, Informed, and Proficient The University of Pittsburgh’s Theiss Training Center for Trauma and Early Childhood Mental Health is hosting a three-part online course on trauma in August and September. Learn More The three-part virtual training series on Trauma Proficient Practiced is designed specifically for professionals working with young children and their families in early childhood settings. The series will be offered periodically; each can be taken as a standalone course or participants can attend all three. Teri Pentz, MS, LPC, NCC, Infant Mental Health Mentor (Clinical), will lead all three courses. Microsoft Teams links will be shared with participants after they register for the courses. Becoming Trauma Aware The first course discusses how the path to becoming trauma proficient begins with a basic understanding of trauma and what young children’s reaction to trauma can look like in the context of their play and behaviors. The session will lay the foundation for understanding trauma by developing an awareness of what it is and how it reveals itself. Attendees will discuss the basic definition and different types of trauma and trauma reactions. Then, they will explore trauma in early childhood and what it can look like when processed through behavior. Becoming Trauma Aware will be held on: Aug. 22, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. 1 hour of PQAS or Act 48 credit will be available; there is no cost to attend or for PQAS hours, but Act 48 hours will incur a separate fee. PD Registry Course #153308 Event ID: 370793 Register Becoming Trauma Informed With a basic awareness of what trauma response looks like in children, this second session will take a step back to look at recent understanding of early brain development. It will share how babies’ brains develop in tandem with close relationship building; how trauma disrupts relationships and the building of “brain architecture” during this stage; and how strong relationships can build resilience when trauma is present. Becoming Trauma Informed will be held on: Aug. 29, from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. 1.5 hours of PQAS or Act 48 credits will be available; there is no cost to attend or for PQAS hours, but Act 48 hours will incur a separate fee. PD Registry Course #153309 Event ID: 370795 Register Toward Trauma Proficiency This third training applies information presented in the second session. Looking at a case study, the group will analyze trauma and relationship information that may indicate early traumatic experiences impacting the child’s current psychological functioning. It will then assess behaviors presented to identify classroom strengths that support children whose needs are met and understand how to identify children whose history and behaviors may indicate a need to refer for services. Toward Trauma Proficiency will be held on: Sept. 27, from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. 1.5 hours of PQAS or Act 48 credits will be available; there is no cost to attend or for PQAS hours, but Act 48 hours will incur a separate fee. All can attend but prior completion of “Becoming Trauma Informed” is required to receive PQAS or Act 48 credits. PD Registry Course #153312 Event ID: 370796 Register
Theiss Training Center: Becoming Trauma Aware, Informed, and Proficient The University of Pittsburgh’s Theiss Training Center for Trauma and Early Childhood Mental Health is hosting a three-part online course on trauma in August and September. Learn More The three-part virtual training series on Trauma Proficient Practiced is designed specifically for professionals working with young children and their families in early childhood settings. The series will be offered periodically; each can be taken as a standalone course or participants can attend all three. Teri Pentz, MS, LPC, NCC, Infant Mental Health Mentor (Clinical), will lead all three courses. Microsoft Teams links will be shared with participants after they register for the courses. Becoming Trauma Aware The first course discusses how the path to becoming trauma proficient begins with a basic understanding of trauma and what young children’s reaction to trauma can look like in the context of their play and behaviors. The session will lay the foundation for understanding trauma by developing an awareness of what it is and how it reveals itself. Attendees will discuss the basic definition and different types of trauma and trauma reactions. Then, they will explore trauma in early childhood and what it can look like when processed through behavior. Becoming Trauma Aware will be held on: Aug. 22, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. 1 hour of PQAS or Act 48 credit will be available; there is no cost to attend or for PQAS hours, but Act 48 hours will incur a separate fee. PD Registry Course #153308 Event ID: 370793 Register Becoming Trauma Informed With a basic awareness of what trauma response looks like in children, this second session will take a step back to look at recent understanding of early brain development. It will share how babies’ brains develop in tandem with close relationship building; how trauma disrupts relationships and the building of “brain architecture” during this stage; and how strong relationships can build resilience when trauma is present. Becoming Trauma Informed will be held on: Aug. 29, from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. 1.5 hours of PQAS or Act 48 credits will be available; there is no cost to attend or for PQAS hours, but Act 48 hours will incur a separate fee. PD Registry Course #153309 Event ID: 370795 Register Toward Trauma Proficiency This third training applies information presented in the second session. Looking at a case study, the group will analyze trauma and relationship information that may indicate early traumatic experiences impacting the child’s current psychological functioning. It will then assess behaviors presented to identify classroom strengths that support children whose needs are met and understand how to identify children whose history and behaviors may indicate a need to refer for services. Toward Trauma Proficiency will be held on: Sept. 27, from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. 1.5 hours of PQAS or Act 48 credits will be available; there is no cost to attend or for PQAS hours, but Act 48 hours will incur a separate fee. All can attend but prior completion of “Becoming Trauma Informed” is required to receive PQAS or Act 48 credits. PD Registry Course #153312 Event ID: 370796 Register
Theiss Training Center: Becoming Trauma Aware, Informed, and Proficient The University of Pittsburgh’s Theiss Training Center for Trauma and Early Childhood Mental Health is hosting a three-part online course on trauma in August and September. Learn More The three-part virtual training series on Trauma Proficient Practiced is designed specifically for professionals working with young children and their families in early childhood settings. The series will be offered periodically; each can be taken as a standalone course or participants can attend all three. Teri Pentz, MS, LPC, NCC, Infant Mental Health Mentor (Clinical), will lead all three courses. Microsoft Teams links will be shared with participants after they register for the courses. Becoming Trauma Aware The first course discusses how the path to becoming trauma proficient begins with a basic understanding of trauma and what young children’s reaction to trauma can look like in the context of their play and behaviors. The session will lay the foundation for understanding trauma by developing an awareness of what it is and how it reveals itself. Attendees will discuss the basic definition and different types of trauma and trauma reactions. Then, they will explore trauma in early childhood and what it can look like when processed through behavior. Becoming Trauma Aware will be held on: Aug. 22, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. 1 hour of PQAS or Act 48 credit will be available; there is no cost to attend or for PQAS hours, but Act 48 hours will incur a separate fee. PD Registry Course #153308 Event ID: 370793 Register Becoming Trauma Informed With a basic awareness of what trauma response looks like in children, this second session will take a step back to look at recent understanding of early brain development. It will share how babies’ brains develop in tandem with close relationship building; how trauma disrupts relationships and the building of “brain architecture” during this stage; and how strong relationships can build resilience when trauma is present. Becoming Trauma Informed will be held on: Aug. 29, from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. 1.5 hours of PQAS or Act 48 credits will be available; there is no cost to attend or for PQAS hours, but Act 48 hours will incur a separate fee. PD Registry Course #153309 Event ID: 370795 Register Toward Trauma Proficiency This third training applies information presented in the second session. Looking at a case study, the group will analyze trauma and relationship information that may indicate early traumatic experiences impacting the child’s current psychological functioning. It will then assess behaviors presented to identify classroom strengths that support children whose needs are met and understand how to identify children whose history and behaviors may indicate a need to refer for services. Toward Trauma Proficiency will be held on: Sept. 27, from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. 1.5 hours of PQAS or Act 48 credits will be available; there is no cost to attend or for PQAS hours, but Act 48 hours will incur a separate fee. All can attend but prior completion of “Becoming Trauma Informed” is required to receive PQAS or Act 48 credits. PD Registry Course #153312 Event ID: 370796 Register
