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Outdoor Safety for Infants, Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Presented by Heather Olsen, EdD
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Course: #31400Level: Introductory3 Hours
This course will identify the benefits of outdoor play for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, specifically addressing ideas for playtime outside that support children’s development. Participants will learn how to recognize safety hazards, and consider the health and safety issues related to taking children outdoors.

Taking Infants Outdoors
Presented by Heather Olsen, EdD
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Course: #31375Level: Introductory1 Hour
This course will identify the benefits of outdoor play for infants, specifically addressing ideas for playtime outside. Participants will learn how to recognize six tips to safely introduce infants to the outdoors. Discussion will also include different outdoor temperatures and strategies for weather conditions.

Child Abuse and Neglect: An Overview
Presented by Marilyn Massey-Stokes, EdD, CHES, CHWC
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Course: #31373Level: Introductory1 Hour
The presenter will provide an overview of the four main types of child abuse, including signs of possible abuse. Reporting suspected child abuse and prevention activities will also be addressed.

Outdoor Play: Health and Safety for Toddlers
Presented by Heather Olsen, EdD
Video
Course: #31372Level: Introductory1 Hour
This course describes the different types of toddler outdoor play experiences, specifically addressing how to maximize toddler outdoor time through developmentally appropriate practice. Participants will learn how to identify the four common safety hazards and concerns for outdoor play spaces.

Reduced Risk Pest Management
Presented by Phil Boise, BA
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Course: #31371Level: Intermediate1 Hour
This course describes how to approach pest management without the use of hazardous pesticides, and shows practical solutions to common problems.

Outdoor Play: Health and Safety for Preschoolers
Presented by Heather Olsen, EdD
Video
Course: #31342Level: Introductory1 Hour
This course will address the importance of outdoor play for preschools, specifically as it provides opportunities for children to develop intellectually, physically, socially, and emotionally. The session will further discuss the health and safety of preschool outdoor play experiences.

Feeding and Nutrition for Infants and Young Children
Presented by Charlotte Hendricks, PhD
Video
Course: #31260Level: Introductory3 Hours
This course explores the relationship between feeding, nutrition, and development for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. This course explores everything from bottle feeding infants to offering new foods to independent toddlers and teaching preschoolers to engage with food preparation and hygiene habits.

Nutrition Activities for Preschoolers
Presented by Charlotte Hendricks, PhD
Video
Course: #31211Level: Introductory1 Hour
Mealtime, snack time, hand washing routines, transition songs, pretend play, and modeling are all ways to promote healthy eating and integrate nutrition education. Effective nutrition education involves children in developmentally appropriate activities and promotes decision making skills.

Feeding Toddlers
Presented by Charlotte Hendricks, PhD
Video
Course: #31246Level: Introductory1 Hour
Many eating habits formed during early childhood will persist throughout life. This training provides information and practical techniques to promote healthy eating habits in toddlers as they try new foods and explore their independence. It is applicable to professionals who work in center-based and family care settings.

Feeding Infants
Presented by Charlotte Hendricks, PhD
Video
Course: #31203Level: Introductory1 Hour
Food provides the energy and nutrients needed by infants during this critical period of growth and development. This module focuses on supporting breastfeeding, safe bottle feeding, and introducing solid foods for infants in child care settings.