Monday Must Know — March 20

Indiana Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning sent this bulletin at 03/20/2023 01:00 PM EDT

Monday Must Know. Office of Early Childhood & Out-of-School Learning

Join INEAYC for CDA Resource Day in Fort Wayne

Are you a child care provider, early childhood teacher, or student currently preparing to apply for a Child Development Associate® credential? Join INAEYC for a free in-person training opportunity Saturday, April 15!

Participants will have an opportunity to walk through a mock Verification Visit with a Professional Development Specialist, learn how to apply for the credential with T.E.A.C.H. Scholarship assistance, and take a practice CDA Exam. A Competency Standards book will be provided.

Bring your collected training hours for review and alignment with the CDA Competency Areas, and any materials you'll need to begin organizing your portfolio. Please email hosman@inaeyc.org with questions or for more information. Registration is limited — reserve your spot now!

Saturday, April 15 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. ET

Ivy Tech Community College Coliseum Campus, Room 1625C

3800 N. Anthony Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN 46805

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This Wednesday: Free Training on Children's
Mental Health Needs

The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) and Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) are offering virtual training for parents, caregivers, and families on the mental health needs of children!

ACF and SAMHSA are committed to improving behavioral health — including mental health and substance use for children, youth, and families. As part of ongoing behavioral health efforts, this training aims to provide parents and caregivers with the information and resources to recognize, manage, and support their children's mental health needs.

We understand that parents and caregivers play a vital role in the lives of children, families, and communities. Join the virtual webinar on March 22 from 6:00 to 7:15 p.m.

Register Here!

This training will provide parents and caregivers with tools and skills to support their children. Please reach out to lauren.behsudi@acf.hhs.gov if you have any questions.

Scholarships Available for INAEYC Early Childhood Conference

Scholarships are available to attend the 2023 INAEYC Indiana Early Childhood Conference! The Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning is funding scholarships for people who work in a licensed, registered, or certified early childhood center, family childcare home, or ministry within Indiana.

If you work in one of these early childhood settings, you are eligible to register for the conference using the scholarship option. The conference will be at the Indiana Convention Center on Friday and Saturday, May 5 and 6. You must attend the conference on the days you have registered. Spaces are limited, so register now!

Register Today

Attend the Indiana Summit on Out-of-School Learning

The Indiana Summit on Out-of-School Learning is the state's premiere conference for out-of-school time programs. The Summit brings together youth programs, community partners, and afterschool advocates to connect, access practical resources, and advance learning beyond the school day for Indiana's youth.

Join us April 25-26 in Noblesville to share your perspective and help elevate the quality and outcomes of out-of-school time in Indiana. The Summit is hosted in partnership with the Indiana Afterschool Network and the Indiana Department of Education.

Register Now!

Requirements for Valid CPR Certification

While industry standards require CPR certification every two years, Indiana law requires child care providers to have annual certification in pediatric (infant/child) CPR and adult CPR skills for caregivers serving children eight years of age and older.

CPR instructors must be authorized to use a curriculum that aligns with the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. Proof of certification can be in the form of a physical card issued by the training agency or an e-card printout verifying your training completion. Proof of certification must be verifiable through the training agency, and the documentation must identify the skills demonstrated.

Training must include a live return demonstration of skills from the student to the instructor. Video demonstration does not meet this requirement. If you have any questions, reach out to your licensing consultant.

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Register for Tomorrow's Trainings on Understanding and Managing Behavior

SPARK Learning Lab continues to partner with Lakeshore Learning to bring you hands-on and engaging in-person training sessions. Participants will gain strategies they can implement right away in addition to a materials kit to use with children in their programs.

To register for the trainings tomorrow, sign into Indiana Learning Paths in another browser tab. Next, click the registration links below to access the session you are interested in.

These trainings are in-person, so double-check the location of the session before registering!

Promoting Positive Behavior
When: Tuesday, March 21 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. ET (meal provided)
Training location: 850 College Ave., Jasper, IN 47546
Register Here

Pyramid Model Part 2: Targeted Social Emotional Supports & Understanding, Preventing, and Responding to Challenging Behavior
When: Tuesday, March 21 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. ET (meal provided)
Training location: Ivy Tech Community College, Fort Wayne, IN 46835
Register Here

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