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Training Course-Torticollis and Plagiocephaly: Assessment and Treatment of Infants and Children Impact on the Movement System of Infants and Beyond April 3 & April 4, 2020
January 3, 2020
Torticollis and Plagiocephaly: Assessment and Treatment of Infants and Children Impact on the Movement System of Infants and Beyond Cindy Miles, April 3-4, 2020 South Shore Hospital Weymouth, MA Download Brochure REGISTER This dynamic course provides participants with the knowledge to effectively assess and treat children with torticollis. Learn effective strategies including designing home exercise programs, infant positioning, manual techniques, and taping to understanding helmet criteria, head asymmetries, surgeries, and associated diagnosis. Click HERE to register or for complete course details including CEU information.
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Training Course-Infants Born Preterm: Identifying and Addressing Their Special Needs in Early Infancy March 27 & 28, 2020
January 2, 2020
Infants Born Preterm: Identifying and Addressing Their Special Needs in Early Infancy to Support Development Jan McElroy, PCS, PhD, PT March 27-28, 2020 Danbury Hospital Danbury, CT Download Brochure REGISTER Practitioners will refine treatment skills of infants born preterm through effective facilitation techniques to be used during functional activities. Labs will guide treatment training that can be used in clinics and early intervention. Click HERE to register or for complete course details including CEU information. ERI continuing education improves patient outcomes, advances careers, and builds community.
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Baby Beats & Breaths: Therapeutic Interventions for the Premature Infant with Cardiopulmonary Compromise
January 2, 2020
Baby Beats and Breaths: Therapeutic Interventions for the Premature Infant with Cardiopulmonary Compromise Holly Schifsky OTR/L, CNT, NTMTC, CBIS March 27-28, 2020 Blythedale Children’s Hospital Valhalla, NY Download Brochure REGISTER This dynamic intermediate-advanced course will elucidate the cardiopulmonary implications for the premature or medically-complex infant as related to physiological stability, evolving motor control, sensory stability, and transition to oral motor skills that support feeding. Participants will learn to facilitate the infant’s ability to cough, produce audible phonation, develop oral motor skills, and improve swallowing skills, as well as gestation-age appropriate positioning and handling to support gross motor skills required for … Continue reading
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Continuing Education Course-Motor Issues in Autism March 27 & March 28, 2020
January 2, 2020
Motor Issues in Autism Anne Buckley-Reen, OTR, RYT March 27-March 28, 2020 Children’s Specialized Hospital New Brunswick, NJ Download Brochure REGISTER Using evidence-based research, participants will learn how to engage children with ASD and treat fine motor, gross motor, and oral motor challenges. This exciting course teaches participants how to more effectively expand engagement in clients with ASD while answering questions about self-stimulatory behaviors, preservation, and reactive or self-directed behaviors. Click HERE to register for this course and additional details. ERI continuing education improves patient outcomes, advances careers, and builds community.
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WEBINAR-Welcome to the Group: Inclusion for Young Children with Autism
November 1, 2019
Welcome to the Group: Inclusion for Young Children with Autism December 04, 2019, 11:00 am – 12:30 pm Eastern About this Webinar: Child care providers and preschool teachers need to use best practices to successfully include young children with autism and related disorders in their programs. This webinar will discuss best practices for including all children (birth-5) in program activities. Presenters will define what is inclusion and the benefits of including young children with autism and related disorders in child care and preschool settings. They will also discuss best practices professionals can use to include young children with autism and … Continue reading
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Building a Great Life: A Conference for Self-Advocates,Parents, Caregivers, Siblings & Providers
October 30, 2019
SAVE THE DATE: April 7, 2020 Building a Great Life Conference: “ALL Means ALL: Building a Great Life for Everyone in our Communities” Call for Presenters: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/VKHC3T6
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2019 Fall Conference – CT Association for Infant Mental Health
October 21, 2019
You are invited to attend the CT-AIMH 2019 Fall Conference that will be held on Thursday, November 21, 2019, from 8:30am-4:00pm at Woodwinds in Branford, CT. This will be a full day, including breakfast and lunch Presenters: Kandace Thomas, Ph.D., M.P.P., Carmen Rosa Noroña, LCSW, MS. Ed., CEIS and Rebecca Shahmoon-Shanok, LCSW-R, PhD Conference Title: Embedding the Diversity-Informed Tenets into Your Work with Infants, Children, and Families. Increase Your Self-Awareness & Reflective Capacity about Diversity, and Find Your Voice as a Champion for Children Conference Description: The Diversity-Informed Tenets for Work with Infants,Children and Families (Tenets) Initiative will offer an … Continue reading
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Dive In Zero to Three Annual Conference
September 19, 2019
The early childhood field is a vast and ever-expanding sea of possibilities. Savvy professionals are always exploring new depths in search of innovative solutions that will enable them do their best work. ZERO TO THREE’s Annual Conference 2019 features an extensive array of research-informed and competency-based sessions designed to help you navigate the changing tides, and leave you feeling refreshed and invigorated. DIVE IN and let ZERO TO THREE currents guide you to hidden treasures! Primary Venue The Diplomat 3555 South Ocean Drive, Hollywood, FL 33019 The Diplomat Since 1920, this charming coastal area has been a favorite of travelers seeking a quieter … Continue reading
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When Children Won’t Eat: Picky Eaters Versus Problem Feeders
August 27, 2019
When Children Won’t Eat: Picky Eaters Versus Problem Feeders Assessment and Treatment Using the SOS Approach to Feeding Dates & Location: Special Weekday Conference Monday – Thursday OCTOBER 21-24, 2019 PORTLAND, ME Clarion Hotel, 1230 Congress Street Presented by: Dr. Kay A. Toomey, PhD, Lindsay Beckerman, MOT, OTR/L, & Kelly Fitzpatrick, CCC-SLP Registration Information: Early Bird (on or before 8/15/19): $739.00/person Standard (on or after 8/16/2019): $789.00/person Group Discounts at any time (only 1 applies) 3rd person’s registration = 25% off; 4th person’s registration = 50% off; 5th person’s registration = FREE We’ve booked a block of rooms … Continue reading
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2019 Infant Toddler Institute October 10, 2019
August 14, 2019
2019 Infant Toddler Institute For Infant/Toddler Teachers, Early Care Providers, Home Visitors, B-3 Early Interventionists, Program Supervisors & Administrators DATE & TIME: Thursday, October 10, 2019 8:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. LOCATION: EdAdvance 355 Goshen Road, Litchfield, CT 06759 FEE: $90 (includes breakfast & lunch) REGISTER: sullivan@edadvance.org KEYNOTE: The Power of You: Bringing Your Best Self to Your Work with Infants, Toddlers & Their Families! Dr. Rebecca Parilla, Ph.D., IECMH-E® National Clinical Officer, Child First MORNING SESSION: Tools and Strategies to Promote Regulation in Self and Others -and- Overview of CT Association for Infant Mental Health, Endorsement & Reflective Supervision/Consultation Heidi … Continue reading
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Service Coordination 3-11-20
August 2, 2019
Service Coordination Training is March 11, 2019. SNOW DATE is March 12, 2019. Check your email associated with your Protraxx account if there is inclement weather. Service Coordination In-Person training is held at the Office of Early Childhood, 450 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT. 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, … Continue reading
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Service Coordination 11-19-19
August 2, 2019
Service Coordination In-Person training is held at the Office of Early Childhood, 450 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT. 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 … Continue reading
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Service Coordination 1-15-20
August 2, 2019
Service Coordination Training is January 15, 2019. SNOW DATE is January 16, 2019. Check your email associated with your Protraxx account if there is inclement weather. Service Coordination In-Person training is held at the Office of Early Childhood, 450 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT. 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, … Continue reading
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Service Coordination 5-14-20
August 2, 2019
Service Coordination In-Person training is held at the Office of Early Childhood, 450 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT. 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. PRE_REQUISITE REQUIREMENTS – All requirements MUST be completed PRIOR TO the one day training: Complete all … Continue reading
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WEBINAR: Coaching in Early Childhood Sept. 25, 2019
June 17, 2019
Sponsored by Brookes Publishing This webinar will provide the background and rationale for using a coaching interaction style in early childhood programs to build the capacity of parents, teachers, and other care providers to promote child learning within the context of everyday routines and activities. In this powerful webinar, the presenters, Dathan Rush and M’Lisa Shelden, will share the evidence-based characteristics of coaching practices and discuss strategies that can be used by all early childhood educators from a variety of backgrounds. Join us to learn: The rationale for using a coaching interaction style with parents, teachers, and other care … Continue reading
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BESB Professional Training
June 14, 2019
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BESB PARA-professional Training
June 14, 2019
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WEBINAR: ACEs Part I – An Introduction to ACEs and Toxic Stress
April 1, 2019
ACEs Part I: An Introduction to ACEs and Toxic Stress Presented by Laura Krug and Sarah MacLaughlin, ZERO TO THREE Tuesday, April 9, 2019, 2:00 pm EDT Register Today! Please join ZERO TO THREE’s HealthySteps staff members, Laura Krug, Director of Training & Technical Assistance and Sarah MacLaughlin, Senior Writer & Training Specialist, for the first session of a 2-part series introducing Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and Toxic Stress. This webinar will present findings from the Adverse Childhood Experience Study and implications for the long-term health of those who experience childhood adversity. The presenters will also discuss the 10 types … Continue reading
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CT-AIMH 2019 Spring Conference: The Power of Early Childhood Experience in Shaping Risk & Resilience
March 28, 2019
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 … Continue reading
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WEBINAR: Service Coordination Matters – A Web Conversation To Recognize What You Bring to the EI Team
March 14, 2019
Join this first SC CoP web conversation to network with service coordinators from across the nation and reflect on the expertise and value you bring to your early intervention teams. We will connect service coordination to the DEC Recommended Practices and discuss how you implement these practices in your work with families and other team members. We’ll also discuss the new SC CoP and invite your great ideas for future activities and how the SC CoP can support you!
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