Interested in a Career in Early Childhood Education?
DATES & LOCATION INFORMATION
Wednesday, July 12th, 2023
12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
United Way of Greater Houston – Meeting Room A&B
Thursday, July 13th, 2023
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
United Way of Greater Houston – Meeting Room A&B
United Way of Greater Houston
50 Waugh Drive
Houston, TX 77007
*REGISTRATION IS FOR BOTH DAYS (8 HOURS)
*CERTIFICATE WILL BE PROVIDED UPON CONCLUSION OF SECOND DAY –
ATTENDEES MUST COMPLETE BOTH DAYS OF TRAINING TO RECEIVE
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION FOR 8 HOURS
ACTIVITIES AND TOPICS COVERED
*Department of Family and Protective Services – Minimum Standards for Child Care Centers
*Child Maltreatment
*Discipline and Guidance
*Health and Safety
*Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), Shaken Baby Syndrome (SBS), Brain Development
*Effective Interviewing Techniques
*How to Write a Resume that Stands Out
*Ask Questions and Get Answers from Experienced, Knowledgeable Trainers
AGENDA BY DAY
PART I: Wednesday, July 12th (12:00 NOON – 4:00 PM)
I. Introduction / Getting to know you
II. What is Early Childhood Education?
III. Overview of Minimum Standards
IV. Child Maltreatment
V. Reflection
PART II: Thursday, July 13th (8:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
I. Review of Day 1
II. Health and Safety (Takes care of sections 4-9 in Minimum Standards)
*Handling Emergencies/Emergency Preparedness
*Use of First Aid Equipment and Fire Extenguishers
*Process for administering medication to children
*Food emergencies and allergic reactions
*Understanding building and physical premises safety
*Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials
III. Discipline and Guidance
IV: Effective Interviewing
V: Resume Writing
VI: Wrap-Up
IMPORTANT: Attendees must complete both days of training to earn 8 hour certificate of completion
Registration is limited and is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
If you have any questions, please contact Aaron Carrara at 832-643-7304.
