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Conference Description:

The human brain has remarkable malleability during development.  Experiences of early childhood shape the developing brain by providing a range of social, emotional, motor and cognitive experiences that impact the development and functioning of key neural networks in the infant brain.  The major provider of these early experiences are the primary carers.  This presentation will discuss the vital importance of supporting and fostering brain development from infancy throughout early childhood by supporting the carers.  The importance of designing caregiving strategies and support programs for new parents cannot be underestimated.  Dr. Perry’s address will focus on the importance of the relational ‘therapeutic web’ in providing the consistent, predicable and nurturing experiences that buffer stressors and build resilience.

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Presenter:

Dr. Bruce D. Perry, MD, PhD 

Dr. Perry is the Senior Fellow of The ChildTrauma Academy, a not-for-profit organization based in Houston, TX (www.ChildTrauma.org), and adjunct Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Feinberg School of Medicine at Northwestern University in Chicago.  Dr. Perry is the author, with Maia Szalavitz, of The Boy Who Was Raised As A Dog, a bestselling book based on his work with maltreated children and Born For Love: Why Empathy is Essential and Endangered. Over the last thirty years, Dr. Perry has been an active teacher, clinician and researcher in children’s mental health and the neurosciences holding a variety of academic positions.

Six Regional Forums with LEA staff and Birth to Three providers are planned.  The two- hour training and discussion will focus on the process for transition from Birth to Three to Pre-k in CT.  Birth to Three staff, staff from SDE, and CPAC will be presenting information relevant to facilitating a smooth transition for families.

Six Regional Forums with LEA staff and Birth to Three providers are planned.  The two- hour training and discussion will focus on the process for transition from Birth to Three to Pre-k in CT.  Birth to Three staff, staff from SDE, and CPAC will be presenting information relevant to facilitating a smooth transition for families.

Six Regional Forums with LEA staff and Birth to Three providers are planned.  The two- hour training and discussion will focus on the process for transition from Birth to Three to Pre-k in CT.  Birth to Three staff, staff from SDE, and CPAC will be presenting information relevant to facilitating a smooth transition for families.

Office of Early Childhood, 450 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT. Park at Morgan Street Garage, 155 Morgan St., Hartford, CT ($12.48 for the day).  Park at Morgan St. Parking Garage, 155 Morgan St., Hartford, CT.  ($12.58 per day).  Take the elevator out of the parking garage to exit onto Talcott St., walk left on Talcott St. to light, turn right on Columbus Blvd. and it is first building on left. Plan on arriving by 8:30 AM to allow time to park, walk the 1 block, get through security (need picture ID).  Cafeteria in building.

The Service Coordination Certificate is required for all Early Interventionists who will be functioning as service coordinators for families.

PRE_REQUISITE REQUIREMENTS – All requirements MUST be completed PRIOR TO the one day training:

Completion of all online modules, exam and received the Birth to Three Initial Certificate

Completion of all online modules and online exam required for the Service Coordinator Certificate

Minimally, completion of 3 required observations at your program: Initial Evaluation, Initial IFSP, IFSP Review or Annual.

YOU MUST BRING COPIES OF THE 1)BIRTH TO THREE INITIAL CERTIFICATE AND 2)COMPLETION OF SERVICE COORDINATOR MODULES AND EXAM CERTIFICATE to the in-person training or you will not be allowed to complete the training. These are printed from TRAIN after completion of online modules.

MAKE SURE you leave enough time to complete the modules and exams. There are approximately 10 hours of modules and 2 short exams. If you have technical problems accessing the modules TRY USING A DIFFERENT BROWSER.  If problems continue contact danny.white@ct.gov or at 860-509-7557.

After completion of all of the above requirements, you may attend the in-person training. After completion of the one day in-person you will receive the Service Coordinator Certificate. (Printable from Protrax)

ONLINE MODULES: Information on accessing modules is posted on the Birth to Three Website at For Providers > Professional Development > Required Birth to Three Training:  https://www.birth23.org/providers/pd/rtsct-2/

IN-PERSON TRAINING:  Register on Pro Traxx for one the day in person training:  https://www.protraxx.com/scripts/ezcatalogny/login.aspx?CustomerID=186

This training is a closed training, open ONLY to previously trained Master Coaches or Master Coaches who will be attending with their accepted team.   It will be a refresher for those previously trained and will not include follow-up TA.  For new master coaches follow-up TA is required.  REGISTRATION: contact linda.bamonte@ct.gov 

It will be held at the Office of Early Childhood, 450 Columbus Blvd., Hartford.  Park at Morgan St. Parking Garage, 155 Morgan St., Hartford, CT.  ($12.58 per day).  Take the elevator out of the parking garage to exit onto Talcott St., walk left on Talcott St. to light, turn right on Columbus Blvd. and it is first building on left.  Plan on arriving by 8:30 AM to allow time to park, walk the 1 block, get through security (need picture ID).  Cafeteria in building.

Office of Early Childhood, 450 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT. Park at Morgan Street Garage, 155 Morgan St., Hartford, CT ($12.48 for the day).  Park at Morgan St. Parking Garage, 155 Morgan St., Hartford, CT.  ($12.58 per day).  Take the elevator out of the parking garage to exit onto Talcott St., walk left on Talcott St. to light, turn right on Columbus Blvd. and it is first building on left. Plan on arriving by 8:30 AM to allow time to park, walk the 1 block, get through security (need picture ID).  Cafeteria in building.

The Service Coordination Certificate is required for all Early Interventionists who will be functioning as service coordinators for families.

PRE_REQUISITE REQUIREMENTS – All requirements MUST be completed PRIOR TO the one day training:

Completion of all online modules, exam and received the Birth to Three Initial Certificate

Completion of all online modules and online exam required for the Service Coordinator Certificate

Minimally, completion of 3 required observations at your program: Initial Evaluation, Initial IFSP, IFSP Review or Annual.

YOU MUST BRING COPIES OF THE 1)BIRTH TO THREE INITIAL CERTIFICATE AND 2)COMPLETION OF SERVICE COORDINATOR MODULES AND EXAM CERTIFICATE to the in-person training or you will not be allowed to complete the training. These are printed from TRAIN after completion of online modules.

MAKE SURE you leave enough time to complete the modules and exams. There are approximately 10 hours of modules and 2 short exams. If you have technical problems accessing the modules TRY USING A DIFFERENT BROWSER.  If problems continue contact danny.white@ct.gov or at 860-509-7557.

After completion of all of the above requirements, you may attend the in-person training. After completion of the one day in-person you will receive the Service Coordinator Certificate. (Printable from Protrax)

ONLINE MODULES: Information on accessing modules is posted on the Birth to Three Website at For Providers > Professional Development > Required Birth to Three Training:  https://www.birth23.org/providers/pd/rtsct-2/

IN-PERSON TRAINING:  Register on Pro Traxx for one the day in person training:  https://www.protraxx.com/scripts/ezcatalogny/login.aspx?CustomerID=186

Office of Early Childhood, 450 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT. Park at Morgan Street Garage, 155 Morgan St., Hartford, CT ($12.48 for the day).  Park at Morgan St. Parking Garage, 155 Morgan St., Hartford, CT.  ($12.58 per day).  Take the elevator out of the parking garage to exit onto Talcott St., walk left on Talcott St. to light, turn right on Columbus Blvd. and it is first building on left. Plan on arriving by 8:30 AM to allow time to park, walk the 1 block, get through security (need picture ID).  Cafeteria in building.

The Service Coordination Certificate is required for all Early Interventionists who will be functioning as service coordinators for families.

PRE_REQUISITE REQUIREMENTS – All requirements MUST be completed PRIOR TO the one day training:

Completion of all online modules, exam and received the Birth to Three Initial Certificate

Completion of all online modules and online exam required for the Service Coordinator Certificate

Minimally, completion of 3 required observations at your program: Initial Evaluation, Initial IFSP, IFSP Review or Annual.

YOU MUST BRING COPIES OF THE 1)BIRTH TO THREE INITIAL CERTIFICATE AND 2)COMPLETION OF SERVICE COORDINATOR MODULES AND EXAM CERTIFICATE to the in-person training or you will not be allowed to complete the training. These are printed from TRAIN after completion of online modules.

MAKE SURE you leave enough time to complete the modules and exams. There are approximately 10 hours of modules and 2 short exams. If you have technical problems accessing the modules TRY USING A DIFFERENT BROWSER.  If problems continue contact danny.white@ct.gov or at 860-509-7557.

After completion of all of the above requirements, you may attend the in-person training. After completion of the one day in-person you will receive the Service Coordinator Certificate. (Printable from Protrax)

ONLINE MODULES: Information on accessing modules is posted on the Birth to Three Website at For Providers > Professional Development > Required Birth to Three Training:  https://www.birth23.org/providers/pd/rtsct-2/

IN-PERSON TRAINING:  Register on Pro Traxx for one the day in person training:  https://www.protraxx.com/scripts/ezcatalogny/login.aspx?CustomerID=186