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Special Needs
Special Needs (SN): Knowledge of disabilities and other special needs, special education, related services/resources, and regulations/laws. Implementing inclusive culturally and linguistically sensitive special education practices with children in partnership with families and related service providers.
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Special Needs Schedule
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04.26.24 6PM – Supporting Children with Dyslexia in Child Care Settings – SN
$60.00 -
05.11.24 11:30AM – Creating Environments to Support Children on the Autism Spectrum – 6 HR SN
$120.00 -
05.11.24 8AM – Strategies to Support Children with Sensory Processing Disorder – 3 HR SN
$60.00 -
05.13.24 6PM- Trauma Related Dissociation in Childhood – SN
$60.00 -
05.15.24 & 05.22.24 6PM- Child Care and the Inclusion of Children with Conduct and Behavioral Disorders – SN – UGB
$120.00 -
05.24.24 6PM- Creating and Using Tools to Support Children With Special Needs – SN
$60.00 -
06.03.24 & 06.06.24 6PM – Strategies to Promote Successful Inclusion of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder – 6 HR SN
$120.00 -
06.07.24 6PM – How to Implement an Inclusive Environment to Serve Children with ADHD – SN
$60.00 -
06.08.24 8AM – Adapting Activities and Materials for Inclusion of Children with Disabilities – 3 HR SN
$60.00 -
06.11.24 6PM -Terminology: Neurodiversity, Neurodivergence, Neurotypica – 3 HR SN
$60.00
If you cannot find the training you want.
Adapting activities and materials for inclusion of children with disabilities.
Trainer Joyce McCoy
Participants will explore ways to encourage inclusion by adapting the activities that are commonplace in most child care programs. Participants will also have the opportunity to practice creating some adapted materials and take some examples home with them. This is hands-on learning for adults!
Set 2
$60-$120
CKC
3-6 HR Special Needs
Age groups
Infant/Toddler, Preschool, School Age
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Adapting Outdoor Environments to Become More Inclusive
Trainer Joyce McCoy
In this training participants will explore barriers to inclusion in outdoor settings, with emphasis on natural settings. We will explore adaptations and modifications to the environment to allow for inclusion. We will also explore some common outdoor activities and examine adaptations to them that might allow for inclusion of children with disabilities.
Set 2
$60
CKC
3HR Special Needs
Age groups
No Age-Related Content
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Adapting activities and materials for inclusion of children with disabilities.
Trainer Joyce McCoy
Participants will explore ways to encourage inclusion by adapting the activities that are commonplace in most child care programs. Participants will also have the opportunity to practice creating some adapted materials and take some examples home with them. This is hands-on learning for adults!
Set 2
$60
CKC
2HR Special Needs
4HR Understanding and Guiding Behavior
Age groups
Infant/Toddler, Preschool, School Age
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Autism, Play, and Child Care:
Increasing the availability of Fun for children with autism in child care settings
Trainer Joyce McCoy
This course will explore why children with autism need assistance and adaptation to allow play to be as successful as possible. I will discuss what is play and why it is necessary for typical development. We will review different areas of play, activities, toys and adaptations providers can use.
Set 2
$60
CKC
3HR Special Needs
Age groups
Preschool, School Age
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Child Care and the Inclusion of Children with Conduct and Behavioral Disorders
Trainer Joyce McCoy
Examination of several specific behavior disorders, exploring the common links and differences between them. Participants will practice strategies for the implementation of crisis plans, behavior plans, and behavior analysis.
Set 2
$120
CKC
2HR Special Needs
4HR Understanding & Guiding Behavior
Age groups
Preschool, School Age
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Childhood Anxiety Disorders
Trainer Joyce McCoy
Anxiety disorders are the most frequent mental health diagnosis in America. One in ten children may be affected. Come to this training to explore the complexity of the disorders and develop strategies for helping children who have anxiety. Learn where to find resources and how to communicate with parents.
Set 2
$120
CKC
6HR Special Needs
Age groups
Infant/Toddler, Preschool, School Age
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Creating and Using Tools to Support Children with Special Needs
Trainer Joyce McCoy
This class will explore some new high-tech resources that assist children with disabilities to be included in typical child care settings. We will also examine some tools providers can create themselves to assist children with disabilities.
Set 2
$60
CKC
3HR Special Needs
Age groups
No Age-Related Content
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Creating Environments to Support Children on he Autism Spectrum
Trainer Joyce McCoy
This class will use the current understanding of autism spectrum disorder to develop methods to create an inclusive environment. We will discuss and create a plan to develop an environment for children on the autism spectrum including adaptations in the environment, curriculum, guidance, and mealtimes. This training will focus on hands-on techniques and adaptations.
Set 2
$120
CKC
6HR Special Needs
Age groups
No Age-Related Content
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Exploring Childhood Onset Mental Illnesses
Trainer Joyce McCoy
Mental health issues are on the rise in this country and is being reflected in its youngest citizens. Come to this class to take a look at some that are seen in the youngest children. Application of methods to support children struggling with their mental health and seeking outside support will be covered.
Set 2
$120
CKC
6 HR Special Needs
Age groups
No Age-Related Content
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Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder in Children
Trainer Joyce McCoy
This training will examine Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. We will examine new research and known distinctions of the disability. The class will cover strategies for child care providers to assist with inclusion of children with FASD in typical child care settings.
Set 2
$60
CKC
3HR Special Needs
Age groups
Infant/Toddler, Preschool, School Age
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How to Implement an Inclusive Environment to Serve Children with ADHD
Trainer Joyce McCoy
In this class we will explore modifications to teaching styles, schedules, and environments to allow for the inclusion of children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in its 3 currently identified presentations. The class will also examine current understanding of brain differences, learning style differences, and best practices.
Set 2
$60
CKC
3HR Special Needs
Age groups
Infant/Toddler, Preschool, School Age
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STEM Learning in the Neurodivergent Young Child
Trainer Joyce McCoy
Participants will look at how they can use their knowledge of child development and STEM learning with neurodivergent learners in their programs. You examine methods to adapt your program to meet the needs of neurodivergent learners implementing STEM best practice techniques.
Set 2
$120
CKC
1HR Learning Environments & Curriculum
2HR Special Needs
Age groups
School Age
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Strategies to Promote Successful Inclusion of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Trainer Joyce McCoy
Examine sensory processing disorder (SPD) and explore strategies to enhance the development of children who have SPD. This class will include exploring activities child care providers can include in their curriculum to enhance sensory development at all ages. We will examine materials to support children with sensory processing disorder in typical child care settings.
Set 2
$120
CKC
6HR Special Needs
Age groups
No Age-Related Content
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Strategies to Support Children with Sensory Processing Disorders
Trainer Joyce McCoy
Anxiety disorders are the most frequent mental health diagnosis in America. One in ten children may be affected. Come to this training to explore the complexity of the disorders and develop strategies for helping children who have anxiety. Learn where to find resources and how to communicate with parents.
Set 2
$60
CKC
3HR Special Needs
Age groups
Infant/Toddler, Preschool, School Age
Register For A Special Needs Trainings
Supporting Children with Dyslexia in Child Care Settings
Trainer Joyce McCoy
Dyslexia is the most common learning disability but most child care providers are unaware of the signs of dyslexia in their students. This training will examine techniques to support young learners showing signs of dyslexia, partnering with outside resources and families, and current knowledge about dyslexia and the brain.
Set 2
$60
CKC
3HR Special Needs
Age groups
Infant/Toddler Preschool School Age
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Terminology: Neurodiversity, Neurodivergence, Neurotypical
Trainer Joyce McCoy
This class will explore the proper use of the terminology of neurodiversity and neurodivergence and how it affects the teaching of students with neurological differences and disabilities. Explore your own biases and learning models. Explore changes you can make to your mindset and teaching style.
Set 2
$60
CKC
3HR Special Needs
Age groups
No Age-Related Content
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Trauma Related Dissociation in Childhood
Trainer Joyce McCoy
This class will examine dissociative disorders seen in children. This is a complex mental health disorder thought to be a response to early childhood trauma. There are currently 4 recognized forms of Dissociative Disorder we will discuss each of them. This class will explore mental health interventions and how to access mental health resources for the child and family if they are not already in place. We will explore partnering with families because it is critical to support a child with this disability who is being served in early childhood care settings.
Set 2
$60
CKC
3HR Special Needs
Age groups
No Age-Related Content
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Working with Children Who Have Bipolar and Related Disorders
Trainer Joyce McCoy
Come to this class to explore a range of complex childhood mental health disorders including bipolar disorder. Participants will have the chance to examine how bipolar disorder presents in childhood and the other names used for it. We will examine strategies for working with children with these disorders. We will explore systems to communicate in positive ways with families.
Set 2
$120
CKC
6HR Special Needs
Age groups
Preschool, School Age
