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August
16
Location: Montpelier Training Type: In Person

Playmakers University

This full day, in-person workshop is designed to spark joy, deepen connection, boost morale, and reignite their passion in the field. Following an inspiring keynote to kick off the day, staff will participate in two interactive breakout sessions – one that focuses on games & activities to play wit...

Sponsor: Vermont Association for the Education of Young Children (VTAEYC)
Instructor: Life is Good: Playmaker Project
Scholarship: No
Conference:
Core Knowledge Area
  • Child Development & Learning
Primary Audience
  • Preschool/PreK
Session Start Dates
Session Times
August 16, 2025
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Total Hours

8

Cost

Free

Contact Information

Meg Atwood
(802) 234-1090
meg.atwood@vtaeyc.org

Additional Information

Location:

Capitol Plaza Hotel & Conference Center

100 State Street, Montpelier, VT 05602

PARKING INFORMATION

Complimentary parking is offered in the Capitol Plaza parking lot on a space available basis directly behind the hotel. The gates are currently open, so a ticket is NOT required. The entrance to the hotel is labeled under the blue awning. Street parking is also available, but will not be complimentary.

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August
16
Location: Montpelier Training Type: Hybrid (part in person, part online)

Early Childhood Institute on Reggio Emilia Inspired Practices

Are you familiar with the Reggio Emilia Approach and looking for a community of educators to learn with and from about interpreting its values and principles in their Vermont contexts? This multi-session Community of Practice will provide a forum for Vermont early childhood educators to support e...

Sponsor: OTHER
Instructor: Contact Cecilia Pulieo or Samara Mays at Montpelier Children's House
Scholarship: No
Conference:
Core Knowledge Area
  • Child Development & Learning
  • Developmentally Appropriate & Inclusive Practices
  • Curriculum & Learning Environments
  • Observation & Assessment
Primary Audience
  • Infant/Toddler
  • Preschool/PreK
  • Mentors/Coaches
Session Start Dates
Session Times
August 16, 2025
8:30 am - 12:30 pm
September 3, 2025
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
September 14, 2025
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
October 1, 2025
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
October 15, 2025
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
November 1, 2025
9:00 am - 1:00 am
November 12, 2025
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Total Hours

18

Cost

Free

Contact Information

Samara Mays
(802) 223-3373
mplrchildrenshouse@gmail.com

Additional Information

Participation is limited to 20 attendees and applications close on August 8th, priority will be given to those working in Washington County and surrounding communities.

The evening dates are via Zoom. The Saturdays are in person at Montpelier Children's House.

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August
18
Location: Statewide Training Type: Online Real Time Special Topics: Afterschool , Advanced Specialized Care ,

Understanding and Responding to the Sexual Behaviors of Adolescents

Adults can do much to promote healthy sexual development in adolescents. In this training you will: a) be able to distinguish between expected, problematic, and abusive behaviors of adolescents b) know the risk factors and protective factors associated with harmful sexual behaviors in adolescents c...

Sponsor: Prevent Child Abuse Vermont
Instructor: Joy Kitchell
Scholarship: No
Conference:
Core Knowledge Area
  • Safety & Wellness
Primary Audience
  • Infant/Toddler
  • Preschool/PreK
  • School-Age
  • Mentors/Coaches
  • Program Directors/Managers
Session Start Dates
Session Times
August 18, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Total Hours

2

Cost

$ 10

Contact Information

Joy Kitchell
(802) 498-0618
jkitchell@pcavt.org

Additional Information

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August
19
Location: Statewide Training Type: Online Real Time

Northern Lights Sponsor Orientation – DAYTIME OFFERING

Programs, organizations, and individuals that offer multiple trainings a year or recognized communities of practice are invited to review the responsibilities of being a BFIS Sponsor. Join a Northern Lights Resource Advisor as they describe each step of the Sponsor process, from planning to accurat...

Sponsor: Northern Lights at CCV
Instructor: Joanne Rouleau and Tia Fotion
Scholarship: No
Conference:
Core Knowledge Area
  • Program Planning & Development
Primary Audience
  • Instructors of Adults
  • Program Directors/Managers
Session Start Dates
Session Times
August 19, 2025
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Total Hours

1

Cost

Free

Contact Information

Joanne Rouleau
802-828-0621
joanne.rouleau01@ccv.edu

Additional Information

This is an Online Real Time training and will be delivered via Zoom. Participants must have an Internet connection and computer, laptop, mobile device or tablet with camera, audio, and microphone. If you have questions about using Zoom, contact your Resource Advisor or visit https://northernlightsccv.org/training/training-types-and-criteria/zoom-resources

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August
19
Location: Statewide Training Type: Online Real Time Special Topics: Fundamentals for Early Childhood Professionals ,

Fundamentals For Early Childhood Professionals

This 45-hour training includes broad introductory content designed specifically for early childhood professionals related to eight core knowledge areas: child development, families and communities, observing and assessing, how we teach, what we teach, healthy safe environments and nutrition, profess...

Sponsor: Northern Lights at CCV
Instructor: Rachel Hunter
Scholarship: No
Conference:
Core Knowledge Area
  • Child Development & Learning
  • Family & Community Partnerships
  • Developmentally Appropriate & Inclusive Practices
  • Curriculum & Learning Environments
  • Observation & Assessment
  • Professionalism & Ethical Practice
  • Youth Engagement, Voice, and Choice
  • Safety & Wellness
  • Program Planning & Development
Primary Audience
  • Infant/Toddler
  • Preschool/PreK
  • School-Age
Session Start Dates
Session Times
August 19, 2025
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
August 26, 2025
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
September 2, 2025
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
September 9, 2025
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
September 16, 2025
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
September 23, 2025
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
September 30, 2025
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
October 7, 2025
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
October 14, 2025
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
October 21, 2025
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
October 28, 2025
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
November 4, 2025
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
November 11, 2025
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
November 18, 2025
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
December 2, 2025
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Total Hours

45

Cost

$ 50

Contact Information

Tia Fotion
802-281-5017
Tia.Fotion@ccv.edu

Additional Information

There are 15 training sessions conducted on Zoom (see training dates above). Participants must have an Internet connection and computer, laptop, mobile device or tablet with a camera, audio, and mic. If you have questions about using Zoom, contact your Northern Lights Resource Advisor or visit: https://northernlightsccv.org/training/training-types-and-criteria/zoom-resources/

If you have completed a college course (with at least a C-) that covered child development, please check with your resource advisor before registering for this training.

Your trainer will email a Zoom link to you prior to the start of the training.

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August
19
Location: Statewide Training Type: Online Real Time Special Topics: Advanced Specialized Care , Strengthening Families Framework ,

Introduction to Strengthening Families

This training provides an introduction to the Strengthening Families Framework and the five Protective Factors. This training is appropriate for individuals who are new to Strengthening Families and have not taken any previous training on the topic. This training meets the Advanced Specialized C...

Sponsor: Northern Lights at CCV
Instructor: Laurie Metcalfe
Scholarship: No
Conference:
Core Knowledge Area
  • Child Development & Learning
  • Family & Community Partnerships
Primary Audience
  • Infant/Toddler
  • Preschool/PreK
  • School-Age
  • Instructors of Adults
  • Mentors/Coaches
  • Program Directors/Managers
Session Start Dates
Session Times
August 19, 2025
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
August 26, 2025
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Total Hours

6

Cost

Free

Contact Information

Elise Doner
802-527-5512
elise.doner@ccv.edu

Additional Information

This is an Online Real Time training and will be delivered via Zoom. Participants must have an Internet connection and computer, laptop, mobile device or tablet with camera, audio, and mic. If you have questions about using Zoom, contact your Resource Advisor or visit https://northernlightsccv.org/training/training-types-and-criteria/zoom-resources The resource advisor for this training is Elise Doner. Please email her at elise.doner@ccv.edu if you have any questions about the training

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August
20
Location: Statewide Training Type: Online Real Time Special Topics: Afterschool ,

Engineering in Afterschool with Youth Engineering Solutions (YES)

In this workshop, participants will explore engineering practices and how they can be effectively introduced and modeled for youth. Attendees will reflect on the importance of youth developing an engineering identity and the benefits it brings to young people. The session will cover how the engineer...

Sponsor: Vermont Afterschool Inc
Instructor: Carrie Baldwin from the Museum of Science in Boston
Scholarship: No
Conference:
Core Knowledge Area
  • Curriculum & Learning Environments
  • Program Planning & Development
Primary Audience
  • School-Age
  • Program Directors/Managers
Session Start Dates
Session Times
August 20, 2025
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Total Hours

1.5

Cost

Free

Contact Information

Becka Wilcke
(802) 448-3464
becka@vermontafterschool.org

Additional Information

Attendees will have an opportunity to win a FREE Shuttle Kit for their program.

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August
20
Location: South Burlington Training Type: In Person Special Topics: First Aid and/or CPR ,

Pediatric CPR/AED/First Aid

Scene Assessment and Safety Medical Emergencies (asthma, allergic reactions, heart attack, stroke, diabetes, and seizures) Injury Emergencies (bleeding, shock, wounds, spinal inquiries, broken bones, and sprains) Environmental Emergencies (bites, stings, temperature-related injuries, and poison e...

Sponsor: OTHER
Instructor: Tamara McLaughin
Scholarship: No
Conference:
Core Knowledge Area
Primary Audience
Session Start Dates
Session Times
August 20, 2025
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Total Hours

3

Cost

$ 90

Contact Information

Tamara mclaughlin
(802) 878-2444
tamara@vtsafetynet.com

Additional Information

Please arrive at least 10 minutes prior for check in. Parking in top lot- we will be in the gym not the center. I look forward to seeing you, Tamara

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August
26
Location: Statewide Training Type: Online Real Time Special Topics: Afterschool , Advanced Specialized Care ,

Keeping Adolescent Youth Safe on the Internet

Today’s youth live in a world that is fully intertwined with technology. Tweens and teens make decisions daily, often independently, regarding online relationships. This training provides adults with a deeper understanding of the multiple kinds of digital risks all youth encounter in the digital e...

Sponsor: Prevent Child Abuse Vermont
Instructor: Marcie Hambrick
Scholarship: No
Conference:
Core Knowledge Area
  • Safety & Wellness
Primary Audience
  • Infant/Toddler
  • Preschool/PreK
  • School-Age
  • Mentors/Coaches
  • Program Directors/Managers
Session Start Dates
Session Times
August 26, 2025
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Total Hours

2

Cost

$ 10

Contact Information

Marcie Hambrick
(802) 498-0616
mhambrick@pcavt.org

Additional Information

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August
26
Location: Essex Training Type: In Person Special Topics: First Aid and/or CPR ,

Pediatric CPR/AED/First Aid

Scene Assessment and Safety Medical Emergencies (asthma, allergic reactions, heart attack, stroke, diabetes, and seizures) Injury Emergencies (bleeding, shock, wounds, spinal inquiries, broken bones, and sprains) Environmental Emergencies (bites, stings, temperature-related injuries, and poison e...

Sponsor: OTHER
Instructor: Tamara McLaughin
Scholarship: No
Conference:
Core Knowledge Area
Primary Audience
Session Start Dates
Session Times
August 26, 2025
11:30 am - 3:30 pm
Total Hours

3

Cost

$ 90

Contact Information

Tamara mclaughlin
(802) 878-2444
tamara@vtsafetynet.com

Additional Information

Please arrive at least 10 minutes prior to class. I look forward to seeing you at class.

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August
28
Location: Statewide Training Type: Online Real Time Special Topics: Afterschool , Advanced Specialized Care ,

Overcoming Barriers to Protecting Children

Participants will: a) distinguish healthy behaviors from boundary violations and pre-offending behaviors; b) practice directly addressing concerning behaviors. Individuals and communities have a strong desire to prevent child sexual abuse. However, they often face barriers to protecting children, in...

Sponsor: Prevent Child Abuse Vermont
Instructor: Kirstie Grant
Scholarship: No
Conference:
Core Knowledge Area
  • Safety & Wellness
Primary Audience
  • Infant/Toddler
  • Preschool/PreK
  • School-Age
  • Mentors/Coaches
  • Program Directors/Managers
Session Start Dates
Session Times
August 28, 2025
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Total Hours

2

Cost

$ 10

Contact Information

Kirstie Grant
(802) 498-0622
kgrant@pcavt.org

Additional Information

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August
28
Location: Statewide Training Type: Online Real Time Special Topics: Fundamentals for Early Childhood Professionals ,

Fundamentals For Early Childhood Professionals

This 45-hour training includes broad introductory content designed specifically for early childhood professionals related to eight core knowledge areas: child development, families and communities, observing and assessing, how we teach, what we teach, healthy safe environments and nutrition, profess...

Sponsor: Northern Lights at CCV
Instructor: Maggie Rubick
Scholarship: No
Conference:
Core Knowledge Area
  • Child Development & Learning
  • Family & Community Partnerships
  • Developmentally Appropriate & Inclusive Practices
  • Curriculum & Learning Environments
  • Observation & Assessment
  • Professionalism & Ethical Practice
  • Youth Engagement, Voice, and Choice
  • Safety & Wellness
  • Program Planning & Development
Primary Audience
  • Infant/Toddler
  • Preschool/PreK
  • School-Age
Session Start Dates
Session Times
August 28, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
September 4, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
September 11, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
September 18, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
September 25, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
October 9, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
October 16, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
October 23, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
October 30, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
November 6, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
November 13, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
November 20, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
December 4, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
December 11, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
December 18, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Total Hours

45

Cost

$ 50

Contact Information

Ammie Collins
802-828-2953
ammie.collins@ccv.edu

Additional Information

Please Note: This section of Fundamentals will be piloting an updated version of the curriculum. Participants in this section will also need to register for a free Introduction to Licensing training sometime this fall. Your trainer and Resource Advisor will support you with this after the Fundamentals training begins.

As part of the 45 hours, there are 15 training sessions conducted on Zoom (see training dates above). Participants must have an Internet connection and computer, laptop, mobile device or tablet with a camera, audio, and mic. If you have questions about using Zoom, contact your Northern Lights Resource Advisor or visit: https://northernlightsccv.org/training/training-types-and-criteria/zoom-resources/

If you have completed a college course (with at least a C-) that covered child development, please check with your resource advisor before registering for this training.

Your trainer will email a Zoom link to you prior to the start of the training.

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September
2
Location: Statewide Training Type: Online Real Time

Emergency Response Planning for Early Childhood Settings

This training will explore the importance of emergency preparedness in child care settings and strategies for protecting children and staff members in the event of an emergency. Participants will review the Vermont child care regulations regarding emergency response plans and will practice developin...

Sponsor: Northern Lights at CCV
Instructor: Amanda Menard
Scholarship: No
Conference:
Core Knowledge Area
  • Safety & Wellness
Primary Audience
  • Infant/Toddler
  • Preschool/PreK
  • School-Age
  • Program Directors/Managers
Session Start Dates
Session Times
September 2, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
September 9, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Total Hours

6

Cost

Free

Contact Information

Ammie Collins
802-828-2953
ammie.collins@ccv.edu

Additional Information

This training uses a 2+2+2 training design. There are three parts to this training: 1) a two-hour Online Real Time training session; 2) two-hour assignment practicing or implementing the training material; and 3) another two-hour Online Real Time training session focused on reflection and next steps related to the training material. This is an Online Real Time training and will be delivered via Zoom. Participants must have an Internet connection and computer, laptop, mobile device or tablet with camera, audio, and mic. If you have questions about using Zoom, contact your Resource Advisor or visit https://northernlightsccv.org/zoom. Your trainer will email a Zoom link to you prior to the start of the training.

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September
2
Location: Statewide Training Type: Online Real Time

Introduction to Licensing

This 2-hour Zoom presentation by the Child Development Division Licensing Unit will provide a review of the Vermont child care regulations and discuss how they are linked to developmentally appropriate practice. This training meets the requirement for those applying for a Level I on the Career Ladde...

Sponsor: Northern Lights at CCV
Instructor: CDD Licensor
Scholarship: No
Conference:
Core Knowledge Area
  • Child Development & Learning
  • Developmentally Appropriate & Inclusive Practices
  • Curriculum & Learning Environments
  • Program Planning & Development
Primary Audience
  • Infant/Toddler
  • Preschool/PreK
  • Program Directors/Managers
Session Start Dates
Session Times
September 2, 2025
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Total Hours

2

Cost

Free

Contact Information

Ammie Collins
802-828-2953
ammie.collins@ccv.edu

Additional Information

This is an Online Real Time training and will be delivered via Zoom. Participants must have an Internet connection and computer, laptop, mobile device or tablet with camera, audio, and microphone. If you have questions about using Zoom, contact your Resource Advisor or visit https://northernlightsccv.org/training/training-types-and-criteria/zoom-resources

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September
3
Location: Statewide Training Type: Online Real Time Special Topics: Fundamentals for Early Childhood Professionals ,

Fundamentals for Early Childhood Professionals

This 45-hour training includes broad introductory content designed specifically for early childhood professionals related to eight core knowledge areas: child development, families and communities, observing and assessing, how we teach, what we teach, healthy safe environments and nutrition, profess...

Sponsor: Northern Lights at CCV
Instructor: Aricha Drury
Scholarship: No
Conference:
Core Knowledge Area
  • Child Development & Learning
  • Family & Community Partnerships
  • Developmentally Appropriate & Inclusive Practices
  • Curriculum & Learning Environments
  • Observation & Assessment
  • Professionalism & Ethical Practice
  • Youth Engagement, Voice, and Choice
  • Safety & Wellness
  • Program Planning & Development
Primary Audience
  • Infant/Toddler
  • Preschool/PreK
  • School-Age
Session Start Dates
Session Times
September 3, 2025
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
September 10, 2025
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
September 17, 2025
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
September 24, 2025
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
October 1, 2025
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
October 8, 2025
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
October 15, 2025
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
October 22, 2025
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
October 29, 2025
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
November 5, 2025
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
November 12, 2025
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
November 19, 2025
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
December 3, 2025
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
December 10, 2025
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
December 17, 2025
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Total Hours

45

Cost

$ 50.00

Contact Information

Adri Taylo-Behrman
802-654-0730
adri.taylo-behrman@ccv.edu

Additional Information

Please Note: This section of Fundamentals will be piloting an updated version of the curriculum. Participants in this section will also need to register for a free Introduction to Licensing training sometime this fall. Your trainer and Resource Advisor will support you with this after the Fundamentals training begins.

As part of the 45 hours, there are 15 training sessions conducted on Zoom (see training dates above). Participants must have an Internet connection and computer, laptop, mobile device or tablet with a camera, audio, and mic. If you have questions about using Zoom, contact your Northern Lights Resource Advisor or visit: https://northernlightsccv.org/training/training-types-and-criteria/zoom-resources/

If you have completed a college course (with at least a C-) that covered child development, please check with your resource advisor before registering for this training.

Your trainer will email a Zoom link to you prior to the start of the training.

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September
8
Location: Statewide Training Type: Online Real Time Special Topics: Advanced Specialized Care ,

Buddy Up: Teaching Friendship Skills To Young Children

Learn how to effectively model, teach, and reinforce critical friendship behaviors such as sharing, taking turns, entering play, Explore the Stages of Learning framework from The Pyramid Model and how it guides the planning and delivery of friendship skills instruction. Discover hands-on strategies ...

Sponsor: Pyramid 802 Plus
Instructor: Beth Peloquin
Scholarship: No
Conference:
Core Knowledge Area
  • Child Development & Learning
  • Family & Community Partnerships
  • Developmentally Appropriate & Inclusive Practices
Primary Audience
  • Preschool/PreK
Session Start Dates
Session Times
September 8, 2025
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Total Hours

3

Cost

$ 90.00

Contact Information

Beth C Peloquin
(802) 233-6667
beth@pyramid802plus.live

Additional Information

This training will need a minimum of 8 paid participants a week before the training date or it will be canceled. In the event of a cancellation, registrants will have an option to be refunded or have their fee applied to a future training of the same duration. Registration is capped at 25 participants per session to ensure an optimal online training experience. A waiting list will be available in the event of cancellations.

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September
8
Location: Statewide Training Type: Online Real Time Special Topics: Afterschool , Advanced Specialized Care ,

TECHNICOOL: Keeping Kids Safe on the Internet

There are multiple kinds of digital risks for children today, such as internet pornography, online groomers, and sexting. It is important for caregivers and teachers to have the information and tools to respond. Adults in this workshop will: a) learn the digital risks for children and strategize way...

Sponsor: Prevent Child Abuse Vermont
Instructor: Joy Kitchell
Scholarship: No
Conference:
Core Knowledge Area
  • Child Development & Learning
  • Family & Community Partnerships
  • Safety & Wellness
Primary Audience
  • Preschool/PreK
  • School-Age
Session Start Dates
Session Times
September 8, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Total Hours

2

Cost

Free

Contact Information

Marcie Hambrick
(802) 449-6044
mhambrick@pcavt.org

Additional Information

Thanks to our generous donors, this training is FREE for Vermonters or those who work in Vermont, including those seeking BFIS credit. If you are prompted to pay, enter Promo Code SAFEKIDS.

The exception is those Vermonters who are seeking continuing education credit for the following professions: Vermont Social Workers, Vermont Allied Mental Health Professionals, Vermont Behavior Analysts, Vermont Psychoanalysts, Vermont Psychological Examiners, and Vermont Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselors.

All questions can be directed to Marcie mhambrick@pcavt.org.

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September
8
Location: Montpelier Training Type: Online Real Time

Navigating Nature with Infants in Fall

Nature based education has a lot of momentum in today’s world. With a centuries long history and a convincing amount of research to back it, more and more educators are leaning into the idea that nature is to everyone’s benefit. But as popular as the practice is becoming, the bulk of research an...

Sponsor: OTHER
Instructor: Abigail LaBounty
Scholarship: No
Conference:
Core Knowledge Area
  • Developmentally Appropriate & Inclusive Practices
  • Curriculum & Learning Environments
  • Safety & Wellness
Primary Audience
  • Infant/Toddler
Session Start Dates
Session Times
September 8, 2025
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Total Hours

1.5

Cost

$ 15

Contact Information

Abigail LaBounty
(774) 238-0872
abigail.r.labounty@gmail.com

Additional Information

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