Chesapeake Child Care Resource Center Training Calendar 2018-2019
MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION TRAINING
This course is designed to meet the training requirement for all child care providers who provide medication to children enrolled in their child care program. The course teaches child care providers to safely administer medications, properly store them and accurately complete record-keeping. Participants must also pass a 20 question test at the end of the course to receive a certificate. NOTE: Course was developed by the MD State Department of Education. Core of Knowledge: HSN 6 hrs. All students pay $60 course fee.
BASIC HEALTH & SAFETY TRAINING
| Course/Section | Days | Date | Sessions | Time | Location/Room | Instructor: |
| CEU 838 9B | Sat | 1/19/19 | 1 | 9 am – 4:15 pm | WYE/HPAC-141 | Melanie Conway |
| CEU 838 9C | Sat | 4/13/19 | 1 | 9 am – 4:15 pm | WYE/HPAC-141 | Melanie Conway |
| CEU 838 9D | Sat | 6/8/19 | 1 | 9 am – 4:15 pm | WYE/HPAC-141 | Melanie Conway |
This 5 hour state developed curriculum addresses Maryland Child Care Licensing requirements. Key topics for the training include: establishing and maintaining safe, healthy environments, teaching all children and youth safe practices to prevent and reduce injuries, record keeping and policy considerations, identification and reporting of child abuse, neglect and injurious treatment, sanitation practices and appropriate supervision of all children and youth at all times. Core of Knowledge: HSN 5 hrs. All students pay $40 course fee.
| Course/Section | Days | Date | Sessions | Time | Location/Room | Instructor: |
| CEU 626 9B | Sat | 2/9/19 | 1 | 9 am – 2:30 pm | WYE/HPAC-141 | Germaine Adams |
| CEU 626 9C | Sat | 3/9/19 | 1 | 9 am – 2:30 pm | WYE/HPAC-141 | Germaine Adams |
| CEU 626 9D | Sat | 5/4/19 | 1 | 9 am – 2:30 pm | WYE/HPAC-141 | Germaine Adams |
INCLUDING ALL CHILDREN & THE ADA
This course provides essential information that every child care and education professional needs to know about the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Go beyond the definition of ADA to learn inclusionary best practices, strategies and resources for implementing an early childhood or school age environment that is inclusive to all children and families. Core of Knowledge: SN 3 hrs. All students pay $25 course fee.
| Course/Section | Days | Dates | Sessions | Time | Location/Room | Instructor: |
| CEU 634 9B | M | 5/20/19 | 1 | 6- 9:15 pm | WYE/EDC-27 | Sarah Ross |
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS FOR CHILD CARE
This course is funded through the Project Security Blanket Grant from the Maryland State Department of Education. For more details, go to: www.projectsecurityblanket.org. New providers can use this to satisfy both the Emergency Preparedness and the Professionalism training component required during their first year of registration. This training is designed for child care center staff, family child care providers, and informal providers. Training will build upon basic child care licensing requirements and address additional areas of concern that are now in the forefront of emergency preparedness planning. Core of Knowledge: PRO 3 hrs/HSN 3 hrs. Level-Beginning. All students pay $15 course fee (this course is not subject to the $5 college registration fee).
| Course/Section | Days | Dates | Sessions | Time | Location/Room | Instructor: |
| CEU 773 9B | Sat | 3/2/19 | 1 | 9 am – 4:15 pm | WYE/HPAC-141 | Deanna Tobin |
CHILD CARE I: GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
This course is designed to cover the growth and development of children from birth through adolescence. Topics include social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development and an introduction to the child care profession. NOTE: Students must take Child Care I and Child Care II to meet the Office of Child Care (OCC) Child Care Preschool Teacher certification requirement. Core of Knowledge: Child Development-Beginning. Perfect attendance is required. CEU’s awarded. Tuition: In-county $40, Out-of-county $45, Out-of-State $50. All students pay $215 course fee. (T)
| Course/Section | Days | Dates | Sessions | Time | Location/Room | Instructor: |
| CEU 812 9A | W | 8/22- 12/5/18 | 15 | 6 – 9:15 pm | WYE/ HEC-210 | STAFF |
SCHOOL-AGE CHILD CARE
This course is a study of appropriate curriculum activities for school-age child care providers and will assist students in developing skills in classroom management, communication and building self-esteem. This course meets the 45-hour education requirement set up by the Office of Child Care for certification as a school-age child care teacher. Core of Knowledge: COMBO. Level- Beginning. Perfect attendance required. CEU’s awarded. Tuition: In-county $40, Out-of-county $45, Out-of-State $50. All students pay $215 course fee. (T)
| Course/Section | Days | Dates | Sessions | Time | Location/Room | Instructor: |
| CEU 822 9A | T | 8/21- 12/4/18 | 15 | 6 – 9:15 pm | WYE/ ECDC-105 | STAFF |
CHILD CARE II: ACTIVITIES FOR YOUNG CHILDREN
This course introduces the principles, materials, and methods used with young children from birth through age six to involve them in safe and educational activities. NOTE: Students must take Child Care I and Child Care II to meet the Office of Child Care (OCC) Child Care Preschool Teacher certification requirement. Core of Knowledge: COMBO. Level-Beginning. Perfect attendance is required. CEU’s awarded. Tuition: In-county $40, Out-of-county $45, Out-of-State $50. All students pay $215 course fee. (T)
| Course/Section | Days | Dates | Sessions | Time | Location/Room | Instructor: |
| CEU 813 9A | W | 1/23- 5/8/19 | 15 | 6 – 9:15 pm | WYE/ ECDC-105 | STAFF |
INFANT DEVELOPMENT AND CARE
This course is designed to be an introduction to the field of infant child care. Students will focus on the growth and development of a child from conception through age three. This course meets the 45-hour education requirement set by the OCC for infant certification. Core of Knowledge: COMBO. Level-Beginning. Perfect attendance required. Tuition: In-county $40, Out-of-county $45, Out-of-State $50. All students pay $215 course fee.(T)
| Course/Section | Days | Dates | Sessions | Time | Location/Room | Instructor: |
| CEU 707 9A | Th | 1/24- 5/9/19 | 15 | 6 – 9:15 pm | WYE/ ECDC-105 | STAFF |
NUTRITION AND ACTIVE LEARNING
The nutritional and physical needs of today’s children are examined, and child care professionals gain skills to promote a healthy lifestyle and overall wellness throughout childhood. Topics include strategies to inform families about nutritional food items, and developing physical and large motor activities and games. Core of Knowledge: HSN 3 hrs. All students pay $25 course fee.
| Course/Section | Days | Dates | Sessions | Time | Location/Room | Instructor: |
| CEU 635 9A | S | 11/10/18 | 1 | 8- 11:15 am | WYE/HPAC-141 | STAFF |
MAKING FAMILIES WELCOME
This course provides child care providers with the tools for understanding positive partnerships with parents/guardians/family members. It is designed to help providers select a variety of ways for families to be represented in their classrooms so that the children feel comfortable and to stay connected to their families and community while they are in the child care setting. Core of Knowledge: COM 3 hrs. All students pay $25 course fee.
| Course/Section | Days | Dates | Sessions | Time | Location/Room | Instructor: |
| CEU 669 9A | S | 1/26/19 | 1 | 8- 11:15 am | WYE/HPAC-141 | STAFF |
READY TO GROW!
This course is designed for child care providers interested in the benefits of creating a garden with children in their program. Participants will discuss the various developmental domains supported through gardening. Additional topics include developmentally appropriate ways to involve children in gardening activities and resources available for support. Core of Knowledge: CD 3 hrs. All students pay $25 course fee.
| Course/Section | Days | Dates | Sessions | Time | Location/Room | Instructor: |
| CEU 971 9A | S | 3/30/19 | 1 | 8- 11:15 am | WYE/HPAC-141 | STAFF |
TAKING LEARNING OUTSIDE
Look beyond the slide and climber to the many ways outdoor learning environments and play spaces can be used to support child development and learning. Topics include activity planning, environmental design, and selection of materials and equipment. Core of Knowledge: CUR 3 hrs. All students pay $25 course fee.
| Course/Section | Days | Dates | Sessions | Time | Location/Room | Instructor: |
| CEU 627 9A | S | 5/18/19 | 1 | 8- 11:15am | WYE/HPAC-141 | STAFF |
ONLINE CHILD CARE COURSES:
• There are no face-to-face meetings.
• Students must provide an email address when they register.
• Once you have registered, you must email dtobin@chesapeake.edu for further instructions.
• The weekend before the first class date, students receive an email with log in information.
• All students are expected to log in as of the first class date.
• Most courses have a required textbook. Books can be purchased online from www.howardccbooks.com
General guidelines for online classes: You will need access to a computer, the internet and Email to take these courses; sufficient computer skills are required, including using a word processing program to write and save your work on your computer. Provide your email address with your registration so we can send you log in instructions. For additional questions, contact dtobin@chesapeake.edu.
INFANT AND TODDLER CARE 45 HRS. ONLINE
Gain the skills necessary to work with infants and build communication skills to use with parents, co-workers and the public. Topics include growth and development, curriculum planning, goal setting, selection of age-appropriate materials, and methods for infants and toddlers birth to age 3. This certification course satisfies the MSDE requirement of 45 hours of infant-toddler curriculum training for child care teachers, directors, and family providers working with infants and toddlers. You must successfully complete class assignments to receive a certificate. Textbook is included and will be provided as a download in the online course. All students pay $260 course fee.
CEU 610 9NB: 9/12- 10/31/18
CEU 610 9NC: 1/16- 3/6/19
CEU 610 9ND: 5/1- 6/19/19
PRESCHOOL CURRICULUM & ACTIVITIES 45 HRS. ONLINE
Become prepared for aposition in a child care center or preschool. This certification course satisfies the curriculum half of the MSDE requirement of 90 hours of training for child care teachers and directors working with preschoolers. Basic concepts of curriculum planning and implementation for children three to five years old are introduced. Topics include: teaching strategies, environment design, and implementation of best practices in early childhood education. This course and Child Growth & Development 45 hours are required to complete the 90-hour child care certification. You must successfully complete class assignments to receive a course certificate. Purchase textbook prior to class. All students pay $260 course fee. (T)
CEU 606 9NA: 9/12- 10/31/18
CEU 606 9NB: 1/9- 2/27/19
CEU 606 9NC: 4/10- 5/29/19
SCHOOL AGE CHILD CARE CURRICULUM 45 HRS. ONLINE
Gain the skills necessary to work in school-age child care programs. Topics include curriculum planning, age-appropriate materials and methods for children ages 6-13. This certification course satisfies the curriculum half of the MSDE requirement of 90 hours of child care training for teachers, directors and coordinators working with school-age children. You must successfully complete class assignments to receive a course certificate. Purchase textbook prior to class. All students pay $260 course fee. (T)
CEU 607 9NA: 9/17- 11/5/18
CEU 607 9NB: 1/21- 3/11/19
CEU 607 9NC: 4/8- 5/17/19
CHILD GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT 45 HRS. ONLINE
This certification course satisfies the child development half of the MSDE requirement of 90 hours for child care teachers and directors. Gain a broad overview of major concepts, theories and research related to the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of the child from birth through age 12. This course and a 45-hour course in age-appropriate curriculum (preschool infant-toddler, or school-age) are required to complete the 90-hour certification for child care. You must successfully complete all course assignments to receive a course certificate. Purchase textbook prior to class. All students pay $260 course fee. (T)
CEU 611 9NB: 10/26- 12/14/18
CEU 611 9NC: 1/4- 2/22/19
CEU 611 9ND: 4/5- 5/24/19
CHILD CARE ADMINISTRATION ONLINE
This course prepares prospective directors to administer and manage a child care center. Topics include state requirements and compliance standards for physical facilities, licensing, insurance, and staffing child care programs. Other topics include recordkeeping, budget and bookkeeping, personnel selection, training and managing staff, food services, equipment, materials, and community involvement. This certification course satisfies the MSDE requirement for 45 hours of administrative training for child care center directors. You must successfully complete class assignments to receive a course certificate. Purchase textbook prior to class. All students pay $260 course fee. (T)
CEU 609 9NB: 10/11- 11/29/18
CEU 609 9NC: 2/4- 3/25/19
CEU 609 9ND: 5/6- 6/24/19
FAMILY CHILD CARE PRE-SERVICE ONLINE
This class satisfies state training requirements for Family Child Care applicants and new providers to start and operate a home-based child care business. Includes a total of 24 clock-hours: 4 clock-hours of training in each of the state approved Core of Knowledge areas: Child Development, Curriculum, Health, Safety & Nutrition, Special Needs, Professionalism, and Community. You must successfully complete all coursework to receive a certificate. Course materials are provided in the online course. All students pay $235 course fee.
CEU 664 9NA: 9/10- 12/14/18
CEU 664 9NB: 4/1- 6/14/19
COMMUNICATION SKILLS FOR CHILD CARE PROFESSIONALS 9 HRS. ONLINE
This course introduces basic concepts of developing strong communication skills when working in a child care center. Topics include: speaking, writing, interpersonal communication strategies, and critical reading techniques, with a focus on communication with parents and co-workers, and communication issues within a typical child care day. Course materials provided in the online course. All students pay $95 course fee.
CEU 612 9NA: 11/5- 11/19/18
CEU 612 9NB: 3/18- 4/1/19
3 HOUR ONLINE CHILD CARE COURSES
These classes are designed to help you get your program aligned with MD EXCELS as well as to help you reach higher MD Child Care Credential levels. These courses are identified by MSDE in the Staff Credential (proposed) modifications for levels 2, 3 and 4, but would benefit all providers. All students pay $50 course fee.
Please note the following about these courses:
- You can complete online courses at your own pace, with instructor guidance; each one takes approximately three hours to complete (completion times may vary).
- Once you have registered, you must email dtobin@chesapeake.edu to request login instructions.
- You will need access to a computer, the internet and email to take an online course.
- Please allow up to 5 business days for your account to become active.
- No refunds or transfers.
INCLUDING ALL CHILDREN & THE ADA
This course provides essential information that every child care and education professional needs to know about the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Go beyond the definition of ADA to learn inclusionary best practices, strategies and resources for implementing an early childhood or school age environment that is inclusive to all children and families. Core of Knowledge: SN 3 hrs.
CEU 634 9A Online (you may register for and begin this class anytime between 7/2- 8/24/18)
CEU 634 NB Online (you may register for and begin this class anytime between 9/10- 12/14/18)
CEU 634 NC Online (you may register for and begin this class anytime between 1/3- 3/22/19)
CEU 634 ND Online (you may register for and begin this class anytime between 4/1- 6/14/19)
RESOURCES THAT
GUIDE DAILY PLANNING
This course is
designed to provide child care and early childhood education professionals with
an explanation of key concepts of curriculum planning and implementation,
including frameworks, standards, guidelines, planning tools and state-approved
curriculum resources aimed to promote quality programming and enhanced
learning. Core of Knowledge: Cur 3 hrs.
CEU 631 NA Online (you may register for and begin this class anytime between 9/10- 12/14/18)
CEU 631 NB Online (you may register for and begin this class anytime between 4/1- 6/14/19)
PLAYGROUND SAFETY
Become more prepared to plan for a fun and safe playground, and learn the role of the child care provider in supervising and implementing safety procedures, from age appropriate and accessible playground equipment to appropriate supervision, and safety checks. Core of Knowledge: HSN 3 hrs.
CEU 624 NA Online (you may register for and begin this class anytime between 9/10- 12/14/18)
CEU 624 NB Online (you may register for and begin this class anytime between 4/1- 6/14/19)
THE CHILD CARE PROVIDER AS A PROFESSIONAL
Examine the components of professionalism that promote a successful work environment and relationships, including ethical codes of conduct, federal, state and local organizations that support professional development in child care and education. Core of Knowledge: Pro 3 hrs.
CEU 625 NA Online (you may register for and begin this class anytime between 9/10- 12/14/18)
CEU 625 NB Online (you may register for and begin this class anytime between 4/1- 6/14/19)
CONFLICT
RESOLUTION STRATEGIES
Take effective steps
to develop professional and positive relationships with staff, children,
families and the community through the practice of conflict resolution
strategies. Examine typical situations that may lead to conflict, how to
address conflict in a professional manner and promote resolution. MSDE Core of
Knowledge: Pro 3 hrs.
CEU 622 NA Online (you may register for and begin this class anytime between 9/10- 12/14/18)
CEU 622 NB Online (you may register for and begin this class anytime between 4/1- 6/14/19)
FAMILY AND COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS
Learn how to
access the many helpful resources that are available right in our community
that can benefit children and families, and how to be an advocate for parents
and children with ongoing needs related to
health, education and referral services. MSDE Core of Knowledge: Com 3 hrs.
CEU 621 NA Online (you may register for and begin this class anytime between 9/10- 12/14/18)
CEU 621 NB Online (you may register for and begin this class anytime between 4/1- 6/14/19)
INTRODUCTION TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL RATING SCALES
Maryland has identified the ERS environmental rating scales as a quality improvement tool for child care programs participating in MD EXCELS. Learn how the ERS can be used to evaluate the child care environment, identify strengths and areas needing improvement, and increase your program’s quality. MSDE Core of Knowledge: Pro 3 hrs.
CEU 629 NA Online (you may register for and begin this class anytime between 9/10- 12/14/18)
CEU 629 NB Online (you may register for and begin this class anytime between 4/1- 6/14/19)
ED2GO
The following Spanish course is offered online every month. You will have access to your classroom 24 hours a day, seven days a week from any computer with Internet connection. For information on how to register for these courses, please contact Deanna Tobin 410-822-5400 ext 2353, dtobin@chesapeake.edu.
SPANISH IN THE CLASSROOM
This course is designed for teachers interested in learning the essential
Spanish to bridge the communication gap with your Spanish-speaking students and
parents. Students will learn new words in easy-to-digest bites, and each lesson
will include Supplementary Material to help you keep expanding your
vocabulary.
We’ll start with the basics of Spanish pronunciation, and then we’ll move right
into simple words for everyday things, such as colors, numbers, and question
words. Next, we’ll get into what it’s like on the first day of school as we go
over words related to enrolling new students, conversing in the classroom,
talking about rules and behavior, and basic vocabulary for various academic
subjects. Finally, we’ll delve into some survival phrases for the
parent-teacher conference as you learn to describe how a child is doing, talk
about academic or behavior problems. Core of Knowledge: COM 24 hrs. All students
pay $110 course fee.
CEG 248 Online
NOTE: All courses are subject to a $5 College Registration Fee.
Note: Due to the nature of grant funding, courses not listed in this schedule may be offered by the Chesapeake Child Care Resource Center. For more information, call 410-822-5400, ext. 2357