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Thu. 3 Aug, 2023

Leadership Retreat - Dallas, TX 2023 (Thu. 3 Aug, 2023 8:00 am - 5:00 pm)

 $129   Exclusive One DayLeadership Retreat

with Bradley Smith

 

August 3rd, 2023 - Dallas, TX 

(8am - 5pm) 

 

Location/Hotel:

Embassy Suites Hotel - Dallas Love Field

3880 W. Northwest Highway

Dallas, TX  75220

(214) 357-4500

Reservations Hilton.com 
 
  

THE NICCM 2023 LEADERSHIP RETREAT is structured to be a vision casting and TEAM building event.  Whether attending solo or with a group, this day is guaranteed to be highly motivational and provide all participants with numerous takeaways that will positively impact their program. 

LEARN: Learning is essesntial to continued success in an early education program. Early Education is a quickly changing industrly with evershiftling challenges. The successful administrator is also constantly learning and adapting to meet these challenges.  

LEAD: A collaborative TEAM environment is imperative to a continued successful program.  The LEAD session will focus on methods of leadership that will minimize turnover and increase TEAM and staff morale.  Topics covered will include:  Understanding the Nature of Influence in order to create “buy-in” and using these concepts to build your very own Leadership team that will behave like leaders.  

Grow:  Center growth and continued program growth are vital for the 21st century program. This session will highlight and target organizational growth. The focus will be on strategies to remove the attendance highs and lows of the program and bring consistent stability to enrollment and staffing.
REPEAT:  This session is at the foundation of what NICCM stands for, which is having a personal commitment to continued growth and excellence.  This session will outline methods for establishing a personal growth plan and how to coach your staff to develop their own personal growth plan.  
 
 

 

 
 

Participants may earn up to 10 hours. 

  

Click Here To Register Online

 

 

Fri. 4 Aug, 2023

CDA Fast Track - Dallas 823 (Fri. 4 Aug, 2023 7:00 am - Sun. 6 Aug, 2023 3:00 pm)

CDA Fast Track 

Location/Hotel: 

Embassy Suites Hotel - Dallas Love Field

3880 W. Northwest Highway

Dallas, TX  75220

(214) 357-4500

Reservations Hilton.com 

Click Here To Register Online Now!

                            

 

Course Content & Schedule: 

 

Friday, August 4th, 2023
 
Arrival and Check-In: 6:45am -7:00am (students must arrive and check-in 15 minutes before class)

Class A: 7:00am -12:00pm  (5 Contact Hours/.5 CEUs)
         Introduction:   Overview of the Course   

Unit 1:              Keys to Writing Statements

                       Competency Statement 1:   Planning a safe and healthy learning environment

Unit 2:              Competency Statement 2:   Advancing children’s physical and intellectual development


Class B: 12:30pm- 5:30pm  (5 Contact Hours/.5 CEUs)
     
Unit 3:    Competency Statement 3:  Supporting children’s social and emotional development
      Unit 4:    Competency Statement 4:  Establishing positive and productive relationships with families
      Unit 5:    Competency Statement 5:  Ensuring a well-run purposeful program 
      Unit 6:    Competency Statement 6:  Maintaining a commitment to professionalism
 

Documenting Professional Education - 8 CDA Subject Areas


Saturday, August 5th, 2023
 
Class C: 8:00am-3:00pm (7 Contact Hours/.7 CEUs)
 (arrivals will be staggered, students will be scheduled in as early as 8:00am)
     
Class D: 4:00pm - 7:00pm (3 Contact Hours/.3 CEUs) 
(dissmissal will be staggered, students will be dismissed throughout the evening)
 
C & D Class Content
 
Directed Portfolio Lab:   The Directed Portfolio Lab allows for individual consultation & one-on-one time with the    
instructor.  Participants will work on their portfolio and meet with the instructor to discuss their statements and the documentation within their professional portfolio.
 
The Professional Philosophy Statement
 
Individual Consultations - allows one on one with instructors
 
 
 Sunday, August 6th, 2023

Class E: 8:00am-3:00pm (7 Contact Hours/.7 CEUs)

Class F: 4:00pm-7:00pm (3 Contact Hours/.3 CEUs)

 

E & F Class Content     
       Unit 7: CDA Practice Exam  
       Unit 8: Instructions on completing the process

                          Understanding the verification visit

                          The application process

                          Choosing your PD Specialist

                          Finding a Pearson Vue testing site 

     

Click Here To Register Online Now!

 

 

       Call (602) 476-1422 for More Information 

  

NAC - Dallas 823 (Fri. 4 Aug, 2023 4:00 pm - Sun. 6 Aug, 2023 9:00 pm)

N.A.C. (National Administrator's Credential)

Location/Hotel:  

Embassy Suites Hotel - Dallas Love Field

3880 W. Northwest Highway

Dallas, TX  75220

(214) 357-4500

Reservations Hilton.com 

Click Here To Register Online Now!

 

Schedule:

Friday, August 4th, 2023   
 
Arrival and Check-In:  3:45pm-4:00pm  (Students must arrive and check-in at least 1 hour before class starts)
 
Session A:  5:00pm-9:00pm 4 Contact Hours / .4 CEUs (For Sessions taken individually earn up to 5 Contact Hours / .5 CEUs by completing 1 Praxis question)
Unit 1: Fiscal Management 
Unit 2: Insurance for Your Center
 
Saturday, August 5th, 2023   
 
Session B:  8:00am-12:00pm 4 Contact Hours / .4 CEUs (For Sessions taken individually earn up to 5 Contact Hours / .5 CEUs by completing 1 Praxis question)
Unit 3: Hiring & Teacher Orientation
Unit 4: Employee Handbooks & Evals
Session C:  1:00pm-5:00pm  4 Contact Hours / .4 CEUs (For Sessions taken individually earn up to 5 Contact Hours / .5 CEUs by completing 1 Praxis question)
Unit 5: Center Management
Unit 6: Child Development - The Essentials
 
Sunday, August 6th, 2023   
 
Session D:  8:00am-12:00pm 4 Contact Hours / .4 CEUs (For Sessions taken individually earn up to 5 Contact Hours / .5 CEUs by completing 1 Praxis question)
Unit 7: Dealing with Difficult Employees
Unit 8: Administrative Leadership
Session E:  1:00pm-5:00pm 4 Contact Hours / .4 CEUs (For Sessions taken individually earn up to 5 Contact Hours / .5 CEUs by completing 1 Praxis question)
Unit 9: The New Economy
Unit 10: Train the Trainer
 
  
Session F:  Credential Praxis (25 Contact Hours / 2.5 CEUs)
When attending the full conference, each Session is worth 4 Hours/ .4 CEUs for a total of 20 hours for sessions A-E.  Convert the 20 contact hours / 2 CEUs from attendance in sessions A-E into the NAC (which is worth 45 contact hours/4.5 CEUs) by completing the Praxis.  Students will be assigned an instructor to advise them during the completion of their project from home if they have questions. Students also have the option of registering for tutoring to complete their praxis during the event, at a future event or to get additional help from home on their praxis. 
Optional Tutoring ($160)  Students who elect to stay for tutoring will receive a list of materials to bring with them.  The presenter will provide individualized assistance to each tutoring participant in order to help them put together and complete their Praxis. Tutoring allows students the opportunity of completing their test and praxis at the event and leave having earned their certificate.  Those who wish to participate in tutoring are advised to register for this service at least 3 days prior to the event to obtain a list of suggested documentation. Tutoring is usually offered on Saturday and Sunday of each event from approximately 5:15 pm - 8:15 pm.

Sat. 5 Aug, 2023

CDA Fast Track - Dallas 823 (Fri. 4 Aug, 2023 7:00 am - Sun. 6 Aug, 2023 3:00 pm)

CDA Fast Track 

Location/Hotel: 

Embassy Suites Hotel - Dallas Love Field

3880 W. Northwest Highway

Dallas, TX  75220

(214) 357-4500

Reservations Hilton.com 

Click Here To Register Online Now!

                            

 

Course Content & Schedule: 

 

Friday, August 4th, 2023
 
Arrival and Check-In: 6:45am -7:00am (students must arrive and check-in 15 minutes before class)

Class A: 7:00am -12:00pm  (5 Contact Hours/.5 CEUs)
         Introduction:   Overview of the Course   

Unit 1:              Keys to Writing Statements

                       Competency Statement 1:   Planning a safe and healthy learning environment

Unit 2:              Competency Statement 2:   Advancing children’s physical and intellectual development


Class B: 12:30pm- 5:30pm  (5 Contact Hours/.5 CEUs)
     
Unit 3:    Competency Statement 3:  Supporting children’s social and emotional development
      Unit 4:    Competency Statement 4:  Establishing positive and productive relationships with families
      Unit 5:    Competency Statement 5:  Ensuring a well-run purposeful program 
      Unit 6:    Competency Statement 6:  Maintaining a commitment to professionalism
 

Documenting Professional Education - 8 CDA Subject Areas


Saturday, August 5th, 2023
 
Class C: 8:00am-3:00pm (7 Contact Hours/.7 CEUs)
 (arrivals will be staggered, students will be scheduled in as early as 8:00am)
     
Class D: 4:00pm - 7:00pm (3 Contact Hours/.3 CEUs) 
(dissmissal will be staggered, students will be dismissed throughout the evening)
 
C & D Class Content
 
Directed Portfolio Lab:   The Directed Portfolio Lab allows for individual consultation & one-on-one time with the    
instructor.  Participants will work on their portfolio and meet with the instructor to discuss their statements and the documentation within their professional portfolio.
 
The Professional Philosophy Statement
 
Individual Consultations - allows one on one with instructors
 
 
 Sunday, August 6th, 2023

Class E: 8:00am-3:00pm (7 Contact Hours/.7 CEUs)

Class F: 4:00pm-7:00pm (3 Contact Hours/.3 CEUs)

 

E & F Class Content     
       Unit 7: CDA Practice Exam  
       Unit 8: Instructions on completing the process

                          Understanding the verification visit

                          The application process

                          Choosing your PD Specialist

                          Finding a Pearson Vue testing site 

     

Click Here To Register Online Now!

 

 

       Call (602) 476-1422 for More Information 

  

NAC - Dallas 823 (Fri. 4 Aug, 2023 4:00 pm - Sun. 6 Aug, 2023 9:00 pm)

N.A.C. (National Administrator's Credential)

Location/Hotel:  

Embassy Suites Hotel - Dallas Love Field

3880 W. Northwest Highway

Dallas, TX  75220

(214) 357-4500

Reservations Hilton.com 

Click Here To Register Online Now!

 

Schedule:

Friday, August 4th, 2023   
 
Arrival and Check-In:  3:45pm-4:00pm  (Students must arrive and check-in at least 1 hour before class starts)
 
Session A:  5:00pm-9:00pm 4 Contact Hours / .4 CEUs (For Sessions taken individually earn up to 5 Contact Hours / .5 CEUs by completing 1 Praxis question)
Unit 1: Fiscal Management 
Unit 2: Insurance for Your Center
 
Saturday, August 5th, 2023   
 
Session B:  8:00am-12:00pm 4 Contact Hours / .4 CEUs (For Sessions taken individually earn up to 5 Contact Hours / .5 CEUs by completing 1 Praxis question)
Unit 3: Hiring & Teacher Orientation
Unit 4: Employee Handbooks & Evals
Session C:  1:00pm-5:00pm  4 Contact Hours / .4 CEUs (For Sessions taken individually earn up to 5 Contact Hours / .5 CEUs by completing 1 Praxis question)
Unit 5: Center Management
Unit 6: Child Development - The Essentials
 
Sunday, August 6th, 2023   
 
Session D:  8:00am-12:00pm 4 Contact Hours / .4 CEUs (For Sessions taken individually earn up to 5 Contact Hours / .5 CEUs by completing 1 Praxis question)
Unit 7: Dealing with Difficult Employees
Unit 8: Administrative Leadership
Session E:  1:00pm-5:00pm 4 Contact Hours / .4 CEUs (For Sessions taken individually earn up to 5 Contact Hours / .5 CEUs by completing 1 Praxis question)
Unit 9: The New Economy
Unit 10: Train the Trainer
 
  
Session F:  Credential Praxis (25 Contact Hours / 2.5 CEUs)
When attending the full conference, each Session is worth 4 Hours/ .4 CEUs for a total of 20 hours for sessions A-E.  Convert the 20 contact hours / 2 CEUs from attendance in sessions A-E into the NAC (which is worth 45 contact hours/4.5 CEUs) by completing the Praxis.  Students will be assigned an instructor to advise them during the completion of their project from home if they have questions. Students also have the option of registering for tutoring to complete their praxis during the event, at a future event or to get additional help from home on their praxis. 
Optional Tutoring ($160)  Students who elect to stay for tutoring will receive a list of materials to bring with them.  The presenter will provide individualized assistance to each tutoring participant in order to help them put together and complete their Praxis. Tutoring allows students the opportunity of completing their test and praxis at the event and leave having earned their certificate.  Those who wish to participate in tutoring are advised to register for this service at least 3 days prior to the event to obtain a list of suggested documentation. Tutoring is usually offered on Saturday and Sunday of each event from approximately 5:15 pm - 8:15 pm.

Sun. 6 Aug, 2023

CDA Fast Track - Dallas 823 (Fri. 4 Aug, 2023 7:00 am - Sun. 6 Aug, 2023 3:00 pm)

CDA Fast Track 

Location/Hotel: 

Embassy Suites Hotel - Dallas Love Field

3880 W. Northwest Highway

Dallas, TX  75220

(214) 357-4500

Reservations Hilton.com 

Click Here To Register Online Now!

                            

 

Course Content & Schedule: 

 

Friday, August 4th, 2023
 
Arrival and Check-In: 6:45am -7:00am (students must arrive and check-in 15 minutes before class)

Class A: 7:00am -12:00pm  (5 Contact Hours/.5 CEUs)
         Introduction:   Overview of the Course   

Unit 1:              Keys to Writing Statements

                       Competency Statement 1:   Planning a safe and healthy learning environment

Unit 2:              Competency Statement 2:   Advancing children’s physical and intellectual development


Class B: 12:30pm- 5:30pm  (5 Contact Hours/.5 CEUs)
     
Unit 3:    Competency Statement 3:  Supporting children’s social and emotional development
      Unit 4:    Competency Statement 4:  Establishing positive and productive relationships with families
      Unit 5:    Competency Statement 5:  Ensuring a well-run purposeful program 
      Unit 6:    Competency Statement 6:  Maintaining a commitment to professionalism
 

Documenting Professional Education - 8 CDA Subject Areas


Saturday, August 5th, 2023
 
Class C: 8:00am-3:00pm (7 Contact Hours/.7 CEUs)
 (arrivals will be staggered, students will be scheduled in as early as 8:00am)
     
Class D: 4:00pm - 7:00pm (3 Contact Hours/.3 CEUs) 
(dissmissal will be staggered, students will be dismissed throughout the evening)
 
C & D Class Content
 
Directed Portfolio Lab:   The Directed Portfolio Lab allows for individual consultation & one-on-one time with the    
instructor.  Participants will work on their portfolio and meet with the instructor to discuss their statements and the documentation within their professional portfolio.
 
The Professional Philosophy Statement
 
Individual Consultations - allows one on one with instructors
 
 
 Sunday, August 6th, 2023

Class E: 8:00am-3:00pm (7 Contact Hours/.7 CEUs)

Class F: 4:00pm-7:00pm (3 Contact Hours/.3 CEUs)

 

E & F Class Content     
       Unit 7: CDA Practice Exam  
       Unit 8: Instructions on completing the process

                          Understanding the verification visit

                          The application process

                          Choosing your PD Specialist

                          Finding a Pearson Vue testing site 

     

Click Here To Register Online Now!

 

 

       Call (602) 476-1422 for More Information 

  

NAC - Dallas 823 (Fri. 4 Aug, 2023 4:00 pm - Sun. 6 Aug, 2023 9:00 pm)

N.A.C. (National Administrator's Credential)

Location/Hotel:  

Embassy Suites Hotel - Dallas Love Field

3880 W. Northwest Highway

Dallas, TX  75220

(214) 357-4500

Reservations Hilton.com 

Click Here To Register Online Now!

 

Schedule:

Friday, August 4th, 2023   
 
Arrival and Check-In:  3:45pm-4:00pm  (Students must arrive and check-in at least 1 hour before class starts)
 
Session A:  5:00pm-9:00pm 4 Contact Hours / .4 CEUs (For Sessions taken individually earn up to 5 Contact Hours / .5 CEUs by completing 1 Praxis question)
Unit 1: Fiscal Management 
Unit 2: Insurance for Your Center
 
Saturday, August 5th, 2023   
 
Session B:  8:00am-12:00pm 4 Contact Hours / .4 CEUs (For Sessions taken individually earn up to 5 Contact Hours / .5 CEUs by completing 1 Praxis question)
Unit 3: Hiring & Teacher Orientation
Unit 4: Employee Handbooks & Evals
Session C:  1:00pm-5:00pm  4 Contact Hours / .4 CEUs (For Sessions taken individually earn up to 5 Contact Hours / .5 CEUs by completing 1 Praxis question)
Unit 5: Center Management
Unit 6: Child Development - The Essentials
 
Sunday, August 6th, 2023   
 
Session D:  8:00am-12:00pm 4 Contact Hours / .4 CEUs (For Sessions taken individually earn up to 5 Contact Hours / .5 CEUs by completing 1 Praxis question)
Unit 7: Dealing with Difficult Employees
Unit 8: Administrative Leadership
Session E:  1:00pm-5:00pm 4 Contact Hours / .4 CEUs (For Sessions taken individually earn up to 5 Contact Hours / .5 CEUs by completing 1 Praxis question)
Unit 9: The New Economy
Unit 10: Train the Trainer
 
  
Session F:  Credential Praxis (25 Contact Hours / 2.5 CEUs)
When attending the full conference, each Session is worth 4 Hours/ .4 CEUs for a total of 20 hours for sessions A-E.  Convert the 20 contact hours / 2 CEUs from attendance in sessions A-E into the NAC (which is worth 45 contact hours/4.5 CEUs) by completing the Praxis.  Students will be assigned an instructor to advise them during the completion of their project from home if they have questions. Students also have the option of registering for tutoring to complete their praxis during the event, at a future event or to get additional help from home on their praxis. 
Optional Tutoring ($160)  Students who elect to stay for tutoring will receive a list of materials to bring with them.  The presenter will provide individualized assistance to each tutoring participant in order to help them put together and complete their Praxis. Tutoring allows students the opportunity of completing their test and praxis at the event and leave having earned their certificate.  Those who wish to participate in tutoring are advised to register for this service at least 3 days prior to the event to obtain a list of suggested documentation. Tutoring is usually offered on Saturday and Sunday of each event from approximately 5:15 pm - 8:15 pm.

Fri. 11 Aug, 2023

CDA Fast Track - Fort Lauderdale LOCATION CHANGED to Deerfield Beach 823 (Fri. 11 Aug, 2023 7:00 am - Sun. 13 Aug, 2023 3:00 pm)

CDA Fast Track 

Location changed to Deerfield Beach

Hotel: 

Wyndham Deerfield Beach Resort

2096 N.E. 2nd Street

Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

(954) 428-2850

Reservations Wyndhamhotels.com 

Call for assistance if there aren't any available reservations on the link. 

 

 

Click Here To Register Online Now!

                            

 

Course Content & Schedule: 

 

Friday, August 11th, 2023
 
Arrival and Check-In: 6:45am -7:00am (students must arrive and check-in 15 minutes before class)

Class A: 7:00am -12:00pm  (5 Contact Hours/.5 CEUs)
         Introduction:   Overview of the Course   

Unit 1:              Keys to Writing Statements

                       Competency Statement 1:   Planning a safe and healthy learning environment

Unit 2:              Competency Statement 2:   Advancing children’s physical and intellectual development


Class B: 12:30pm- 5:30pm  (5 Contact Hours/.5 CEUs)
     
Unit 3:    Competency Statement 3:  Supporting children’s social and emotional development
      Unit 4:    Competency Statement 4:  Establishing positive and productive relationships with families
      Unit 5:    Competency Statement 5:  Ensuring a well-run purposeful program 
      Unit 6:    Competency Statement 6:  Maintaining a commitment to professionalism
 

 

Documenting Professional Education - 8 CDA Subject Areas


Saturday, August 12th, 2023
 
Class C: 8:00am-3:00pm (7 Contact Hours/.7 CEUs)
 (arrivals will be staggard, students will be scheduled in as early as 8:00am)
     
Class D: 4:00pm - 7:00pm (3 Contact Hours/.3 CEUs) 
(dissmissal will be staggard, students will be dismissed throughout the evening)
 
C & D Class Content
 
Directed Portfolio Lab:   The Directed Portfolio Lab allows for individual consultation & one-on-one time with the    
instructor.  Participants will work on their portfolio and meet with the instructor to discuss their statements and the
documentation within their professional portfolio.
 
The Professional Philosophy Statement
 
Individual Consultations - allows one on one with instructors
 
 
 Sunday, August 13th, 2023

Class E: 8:00am-3:00pm (7 Contact Hours/.7 CEUs)

Class F: 4:00pm-7:00pm (3 Contact Hours/.3 CEUs)

 

E & F Class Content     
       Unit 7: CDA Practice Exam  
       Unit 8: Instructions on completing the process

                          Understanding the verification visit

                          The application process

                          Choosing your PD Specialist

                          Finding a Pearson Vue testing site 

     

Click Here To Register Online Now!

 

 

       Call (602) 476-1422 for More Information 

  

NAC - Fort Lauderdale LOCATION CHANGED to Deerfield Beach 823 (Fri. 11 Aug, 2023 4:00 pm - Sun. 13 Aug, 2023 9:00 pm)

N.A.C. (National Administrator's Credential)

Location changed to Deerfield Beach

Hotel:  

Wyndham Deerfield Beach Resort

2096 N.E. 2nd Street

Deerfield Beach, FL  33441

(954) 428-2850

Reservations Wyndhamhotels.com 

Call for assistance if there aren't any available reservations on the link. 

 

 

Click Here To Register Online Now!

 

Schedule:

Friday, August 11th 2023   
 
Arrival and Check-In:  3:45pm-4:00pm  (Students must arrive and check-in at least 1 hour before class starts)
 
Session A:  5:00pm-9:00pm 4 Contact Hours / .4 CEUs (For Sessions taken individually earn up to 5 Contact Hours / .5 CEUs by completing 1 Praxis question)
Unit 1: Fiscal Management 
Unit 2: Insurance for Your Center
 
Saturday, August 12th, 2023   
 
Session B:  8:00am-12:00pm 4 Contact Hours / .4 CEUs (For Sessions taken individually earn up to 5 Contact Hours / .5 CEUs by completing 1 Praxis question)
Unit 3: Hiring & Teacher Orientation
Unit 4: Employee Handbooks & Evals
Session C:  1:00pm-5:00pm  4 Contact Hours / .4 CEUs (For Sessions taken individually earn up to 5 Contact Hours / .5 CEUs by completing 1 Praxis question)
Unit 5: Center Management
Unit 6: Child Development - The Essentials
 
Sunday, August 13th, 2023   
 
Session D:  8:00am-12:00pm 4 Contact Hours / .4 CEUs (For Sessions taken individually earn up to 5 Contact Hours / .5 CEUs by completing 1 Praxis question)
Unit 7: Dealing with Difficult Employees
Unit 8: Administrative Leadership
Session E:  1:00pm-5:00pm 4 Contact Hours / .4 CEUs (For Sessions taken individually earn up to 5 Contact Hours / .5 CEUs by completing 1 Praxis question)
Unit 9: The New Economy
Unit 10: Train the Trainer
 
  
Session F:  Credential Praxis (25 Contact Hours / 2.5 CEUs)
When attending the full conference, each Session is worth 4 Hours/ .4 CEUs for a total of 20 hours for sessions A-E.  Convert the 20 contact hours / 2 CEUs from attendance in sessions A-E into the NAC (which is worth 45 contact hours/4.5 CEUs) by completing the Praxis.  Students will be assigned an instructor to advise them during the completion of their project from home if they have questions. Students also have the option of registering for tutoring to complete their praxis during the event, at a future event or to get additional help from home on their praxis. 
 
Optional Tutoring ($160)  Students who elect to stay for tutoring will receive a list of materials to bring with them.  The presenter will provide individualized assistance to each tutoring participant in order to help them put together and complete their Praxis. Tutoring allows students the opportunity of completing their test and praxis at the event and leave having earned their certificate.  Those who wish to participate in tutoring are advised to register for this service at least 3 days prior to the event to obtain a list of suggested documentation. Tutoring is usually offered on Saturday and Sunday of each event from approximately 5:15 pm - 8:15 pm.

Sat. 12 Aug, 2023

CDA Fast Track - Fort Lauderdale LOCATION CHANGED to Deerfield Beach 823 (Fri. 11 Aug, 2023 7:00 am - Sun. 13 Aug, 2023 3:00 pm)

CDA Fast Track 

Location changed to Deerfield Beach

Hotel: 

Wyndham Deerfield Beach Resort

2096 N.E. 2nd Street

Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

(954) 428-2850

Reservations Wyndhamhotels.com 

Call for assistance if there aren't any available reservations on the link. 

 

 

Click Here To Register Online Now!

                            

 

Course Content & Schedule: 

 

Friday, August 11th, 2023
 
Arrival and Check-In: 6:45am -7:00am (students must arrive and check-in 15 minutes before class)

Class A: 7:00am -12:00pm  (5 Contact Hours/.5 CEUs)
         Introduction:   Overview of the Course   

Unit 1:              Keys to Writing Statements

                       Competency Statement 1:   Planning a safe and healthy learning environment

Unit 2:              Competency Statement 2:   Advancing children’s physical and intellectual development


Class B: 12:30pm- 5:30pm  (5 Contact Hours/.5 CEUs)
     
Unit 3:    Competency Statement 3:  Supporting children’s social and emotional development
      Unit 4:    Competency Statement 4:  Establishing positive and productive relationships with families
      Unit 5:    Competency Statement 5:  Ensuring a well-run purposeful program 
      Unit 6:    Competency Statement 6:  Maintaining a commitment to professionalism
 

 

Documenting Professional Education - 8 CDA Subject Areas


Saturday, August 12th, 2023
 
Class C: 8:00am-3:00pm (7 Contact Hours/.7 CEUs)
 (arrivals will be staggard, students will be scheduled in as early as 8:00am)
     
Class D: 4:00pm - 7:00pm (3 Contact Hours/.3 CEUs) 
(dissmissal will be staggard, students will be dismissed throughout the evening)
 
C & D Class Content
 
Directed Portfolio Lab:   The Directed Portfolio Lab allows for individual consultation & one-on-one time with the    
instructor.  Participants will work on their portfolio and meet with the instructor to discuss their statements and the
documentation within their professional portfolio.
 
The Professional Philosophy Statement
 
Individual Consultations - allows one on one with instructors
 
 
 Sunday, August 13th, 2023

Class E: 8:00am-3:00pm (7 Contact Hours/.7 CEUs)

Class F: 4:00pm-7:00pm (3 Contact Hours/.3 CEUs)

 

E & F Class Content     
       Unit 7: CDA Practice Exam  
       Unit 8: Instructions on completing the process

                          Understanding the verification visit

                          The application process

                          Choosing your PD Specialist

                          Finding a Pearson Vue testing site 

     

Click Here To Register Online Now!

 

 

       Call (602) 476-1422 for More Information 

  

NAC - Fort Lauderdale LOCATION CHANGED to Deerfield Beach 823 (Fri. 11 Aug, 2023 4:00 pm - Sun. 13 Aug, 2023 9:00 pm)

N.A.C. (National Administrator's Credential)

Location changed to Deerfield Beach

Hotel:  

Wyndham Deerfield Beach Resort

2096 N.E. 2nd Street

Deerfield Beach, FL  33441

(954) 428-2850

Reservations Wyndhamhotels.com 

Call for assistance if there aren't any available reservations on the link. 

 

 

Click Here To Register Online Now!

 

Schedule:

Friday, August 11th 2023   
 
Arrival and Check-In:  3:45pm-4:00pm  (Students must arrive and check-in at least 1 hour before class starts)
 
Session A:  5:00pm-9:00pm 4 Contact Hours / .4 CEUs (For Sessions taken individually earn up to 5 Contact Hours / .5 CEUs by completing 1 Praxis question)
Unit 1: Fiscal Management 
Unit 2: Insurance for Your Center
 
Saturday, August 12th, 2023   
 
Session B:  8:00am-12:00pm 4 Contact Hours / .4 CEUs (For Sessions taken individually earn up to 5 Contact Hours / .5 CEUs by completing 1 Praxis question)
Unit 3: Hiring & Teacher Orientation
Unit 4: Employee Handbooks & Evals
Session C:  1:00pm-5:00pm  4 Contact Hours / .4 CEUs (For Sessions taken individually earn up to 5 Contact Hours / .5 CEUs by completing 1 Praxis question)
Unit 5: Center Management
Unit 6: Child Development - The Essentials
 
Sunday, August 13th, 2023   
 
Session D:  8:00am-12:00pm 4 Contact Hours / .4 CEUs (For Sessions taken individually earn up to 5 Contact Hours / .5 CEUs by completing 1 Praxis question)
Unit 7: Dealing with Difficult Employees
Unit 8: Administrative Leadership
Session E:  1:00pm-5:00pm 4 Contact Hours / .4 CEUs (For Sessions taken individually earn up to 5 Contact Hours / .5 CEUs by completing 1 Praxis question)
Unit 9: The New Economy
Unit 10: Train the Trainer
 
  
Session F:  Credential Praxis (25 Contact Hours / 2.5 CEUs)
When attending the full conference, each Session is worth 4 Hours/ .4 CEUs for a total of 20 hours for sessions A-E.  Convert the 20 contact hours / 2 CEUs from attendance in sessions A-E into the NAC (which is worth 45 contact hours/4.5 CEUs) by completing the Praxis.  Students will be assigned an instructor to advise them during the completion of their project from home if they have questions. Students also have the option of registering for tutoring to complete their praxis during the event, at a future event or to get additional help from home on their praxis. 
 
Optional Tutoring ($160)  Students who elect to stay for tutoring will receive a list of materials to bring with them.  The presenter will provide individualized assistance to each tutoring participant in order to help them put together and complete their Praxis. Tutoring allows students the opportunity of completing their test and praxis at the event and leave having earned their certificate.  Those who wish to participate in tutoring are advised to register for this service at least 3 days prior to the event to obtain a list of suggested documentation. Tutoring is usually offered on Saturday and Sunday of each event from approximately 5:15 pm - 8:15 pm.

Sun. 13 Aug, 2023

CDA Fast Track - Fort Lauderdale LOCATION CHANGED to Deerfield Beach 823 (Fri. 11 Aug, 2023 7:00 am - Sun. 13 Aug, 2023 3:00 pm)

CDA Fast Track 

Location changed to Deerfield Beach

Hotel: 

Wyndham Deerfield Beach Resort

2096 N.E. 2nd Street

Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

(954) 428-2850

Reservations Wyndhamhotels.com 

Call for assistance if there aren't any available reservations on the link. 

 

 

Click Here To Register Online Now!

                            

 

Course Content & Schedule: 

 

Friday, August 11th, 2023
 
Arrival and Check-In: 6:45am -7:00am (students must arrive and check-in 15 minutes before class)

Class A: 7:00am -12:00pm  (5 Contact Hours/.5 CEUs)
         Introduction:   Overview of the Course   

Unit 1:              Keys to Writing Statements

                       Competency Statement 1:   Planning a safe and healthy learning environment

Unit 2:              Competency Statement 2:   Advancing children’s physical and intellectual development


Class B: 12:30pm- 5:30pm  (5 Contact Hours/.5 CEUs)
     
Unit 3:    Competency Statement 3:  Supporting children’s social and emotional development
      Unit 4:    Competency Statement 4:  Establishing positive and productive relationships with families
      Unit 5:    Competency Statement 5:  Ensuring a well-run purposeful program 
      Unit 6:    Competency Statement 6:  Maintaining a commitment to professionalism
 

 

Documenting Professional Education - 8 CDA Subject Areas


Saturday, August 12th, 2023
 
Class C: 8:00am-3:00pm (7 Contact Hours/.7 CEUs)
 (arrivals will be staggard, students will be scheduled in as early as 8:00am)
     
Class D: 4:00pm - 7:00pm (3 Contact Hours/.3 CEUs) 
(dissmissal will be staggard, students will be dismissed throughout the evening)
 
C & D Class Content
 
Directed Portfolio Lab:   The Directed Portfolio Lab allows for individual consultation & one-on-one time with the    
instructor.  Participants will work on their portfolio and meet with the instructor to discuss their statements and the
documentation within their professional portfolio.
 
The Professional Philosophy Statement
 
Individual Consultations - allows one on one with instructors
 
 
 Sunday, August 13th, 2023

Class E: 8:00am-3:00pm (7 Contact Hours/.7 CEUs)

Class F: 4:00pm-7:00pm (3 Contact Hours/.3 CEUs)

 

E & F Class Content     
       Unit 7: CDA Practice Exam  
       Unit 8: Instructions on completing the process

                          Understanding the verification visit

                          The application process

                          Choosing your PD Specialist

                          Finding a Pearson Vue testing site 

     

Click Here To Register Online Now!

 

 

       Call (602) 476-1422 for More Information 

  

NAC - Fort Lauderdale LOCATION CHANGED to Deerfield Beach 823 (Fri. 11 Aug, 2023 4:00 pm - Sun. 13 Aug, 2023 9:00 pm)

N.A.C. (National Administrator's Credential)

Location changed to Deerfield Beach

Hotel:  

Wyndham Deerfield Beach Resort

2096 N.E. 2nd Street

Deerfield Beach, FL  33441

(954) 428-2850

Reservations Wyndhamhotels.com 

Call for assistance if there aren't any available reservations on the link. 

 

 

Click Here To Register Online Now!

 

Schedule:

Friday, August 11th 2023   
 
Arrival and Check-In:  3:45pm-4:00pm  (Students must arrive and check-in at least 1 hour before class starts)
 
Session A:  5:00pm-9:00pm 4 Contact Hours / .4 CEUs (For Sessions taken individually earn up to 5 Contact Hours / .5 CEUs by completing 1 Praxis question)
Unit 1: Fiscal Management 
Unit 2: Insurance for Your Center
 
Saturday, August 12th, 2023   
 
Session B:  8:00am-12:00pm 4 Contact Hours / .4 CEUs (For Sessions taken individually earn up to 5 Contact Hours / .5 CEUs by completing 1 Praxis question)
Unit 3: Hiring & Teacher Orientation
Unit 4: Employee Handbooks & Evals
Session C:  1:00pm-5:00pm  4 Contact Hours / .4 CEUs (For Sessions taken individually earn up to 5 Contact Hours / .5 CEUs by completing 1 Praxis question)
Unit 5: Center Management
Unit 6: Child Development - The Essentials
 
Sunday, August 13th, 2023   
 
Session D:  8:00am-12:00pm 4 Contact Hours / .4 CEUs (For Sessions taken individually earn up to 5 Contact Hours / .5 CEUs by completing 1 Praxis question)
Unit 7: Dealing with Difficult Employees
Unit 8: Administrative Leadership
Session E:  1:00pm-5:00pm 4 Contact Hours / .4 CEUs (For Sessions taken individually earn up to 5 Contact Hours / .5 CEUs by completing 1 Praxis question)
Unit 9: The New Economy
Unit 10: Train the Trainer
 
  
Session F:  Credential Praxis (25 Contact Hours / 2.5 CEUs)
When attending the full conference, each Session is worth 4 Hours/ .4 CEUs for a total of 20 hours for sessions A-E.  Convert the 20 contact hours / 2 CEUs from attendance in sessions A-E into the NAC (which is worth 45 contact hours/4.5 CEUs) by completing the Praxis.  Students will be assigned an instructor to advise them during the completion of their project from home if they have questions. Students also have the option of registering for tutoring to complete their praxis during the event, at a future event or to get additional help from home on their praxis. 
 
Optional Tutoring ($160)  Students who elect to stay for tutoring will receive a list of materials to bring with them.  The presenter will provide individualized assistance to each tutoring participant in order to help them put together and complete their Praxis. Tutoring allows students the opportunity of completing their test and praxis at the event and leave having earned their certificate.  Those who wish to participate in tutoring are advised to register for this service at least 3 days prior to the event to obtain a list of suggested documentation. Tutoring is usually offered on Saturday and Sunday of each event from approximately 5:15 pm - 8:15 pm.

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