VQB5 Training Events

Never stop learning.

Check back often for more information on both virtual and in-person training opportunities hosted by FirstSpark and our community partners.

Upcoming Trainings

The following in-person cohort and standalone trainings will begin after the new year.  Check back here on January 6 for registration links.

  • Jan. 8 - Early Learning & Development Standards (ELDS) - a prerequisite for being part of a cohort; open to all
  • Jan. 14 - ECE 101A: Fine Motor - for existing members only
  • Jan. 15 - Special Needs - open to all
  • Jan. 21 - NEW cohort - ECE 101B cohort - Math; you must have completed an ELDS training prior to this date
  • Jan. 29 - Challenging Behaviors, part 1 - open to all
  • Feb. 5 - Challenging Behaviors part 2 - you must have attended part 1
  • Feb. 19 - Circle Time training - open to all
  • Feb. 25 - NEW cohort: Social/Emotional & Behavior cohort

by Eric Postman

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Supportive Environments for Infants, Toddlers and Twos

Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network)

Description:

Participants will understand the needs of infants, toddlers and twos and learn ways to best support their needs at each stage of development in the early learning environment.

 

CLASS Dimensions:

  • Infant: Teacher Sensitivity, Facilitated Exploration
  • Toddler: Facilitation of Learning and Development

 

How to register:

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/bRBcK38XQk-qlBUaCRp7Cw

Diosa Montes
757-775-6162
dmontes@va-itsnetwork.org

by Eric Postman

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Outdoor Play – Promoting Curiosity and Exploration

Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network)

Description:

Outdoor play provides wonderful learning opportunities for infants and toddlers. This webinar will discuss the benefits of outdoor play by exploring three key areas: curiosity, exploration and experiential (active) learning. Activity ideas and strategies to facilitate learning in nature will be shared.

 

CLASS Dimensions:

  • Infant: Facilitated Exploration
  • Toddler: Regard for Child Perspectives Facilitation of Learning and Development

 

How to register:

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/NYwMGUHPSxyWyjA501hG5Q

Contact Information:
Diosa Montes
757-775-6162
dmontes@va-itsnetwork.org

by Eric Postman

little boy crawling on floor small

Supportive Environments for Infants, Toddlers and Twos

Presented by ITSN (Infant Toddler Specialist Network)

Description:

Participants will understand the needs of infants, toddlers and twos and learn ways to best support their needs at each stage of development in the early learning environment.

CLASS Dimensions:

  • Infant: Teacher Sensitivity, Facilitated Exploration
  • Toddler: Facilitation of Learning and Development

How to register:

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/VRrvO3pBSWOQ5GEy3KMn_g 

 

Contact Information:
Diosa Montes
757-775-6162
dmontes@va-itsnetwork.org

by Eric Postman

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