Children's Cabinet

Reset Your Purpose: Self-Care for the Teacher
2025-09-06 12:30 - 14:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Las Vegas The Children’s Cabinet, 5905 S. Decatur Blvd. Ste. 13, Las Vegas, NV, 89118, United States
2 hrs. In-person training

Nevada Registry Approved: 2.0 hours
CKA: Leadership and Professional Development
Instructor: Emily Kirshanbaum

Learning Summary: Reclaim your peace. Find job satisfaction by examining what is truly important to you. Maximize your positive intentions. Participants will engage in self-care exercises that enable them to gain perspective about their daily jobs as educators.

Learning Outcomes:
1 . Learners will engage in self-care activities that focus on positive intentions.
2 . Learners will engage in self-care activities that focus on setting goals.
3 . Learners will engage in self-care activities that focus on creativity.

Each professional development session offered by The Children’s Cabinet utilizes a knowledge check to ensure that our participants understand our training objectives and our instructors are providing a comprehensive learning experience. You can expect to receive a three-question quiz or test at the end of each training. If you have questions or concerns, or need additional information about this process, feel free to contact the Professional Development Training Coordinator at 702-245-8555.

For a copy of your records or personal identifiable information, please direct requests to:
Professional Development Team, Attn: Program Assistant
traininglv@childrenscabinet.org

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Germ Busting Brigade-Personal Care Routines
2025-09-06 13:00 - 14:00 | Nevada Strong Start Child Care Services Center, 961 Matley Lane Suite 110, Reno, NV, 89502, United States
In-Person

Instructor: Janna Mason
Nevada Registry Approved: 1.0 Hour
CKA: Health Safety & Nutrition
raining content will cover reasons for proper hand washing and diapering, hand washing procedure, and diapering procedure.
Training Objectives:
1 . By the end of this session, learners will explain why proper diapering and hand washing is important.
2 . By the end of this session, learners will apply proper hand washing.
3 . By the end of this session, learners will demonstrate proper diapering and toileting procedures.
Each professional development session offered by The Children’s Cabinet utilizes a knowledge check to ensure that our participants understand our training objectives and our instructors are providing a comprehensive learning experience. You can expect to receive a three question quiz or test at the end of each training. If you have questions or concerns, or need additional information about this process, feel free to contact the Professional Development Training Coordinator at 775-856-6200.

For a copy of your records or personal identifiable information, please direct requests to:
Professional Development Team, Attn: Program Assistantcabtraining2@childrenscabinet.org
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The Parent's Toolbox
2025-09-08 18:00 - 20:00 | The Children’s Cabinet, 1090 South Rock Boulevard, Reno, NV, 89502, United States
This is an in-person class at The Children’s Cabinet.

This is an in-person class
Total Hours: 2.0
Everyone should clearly understand the goals to building our own safe, sturdy, and happy home​.Building on a sound foundation (values) keeps the home sturdy when storms of life happen​. Balanced parenting guides each child with love, respect, and other positive family values. The design and structure of the home deals with every day life and promotes positive self- growth​. Problem solving, positive discipline, weekly “crew” meetings, and planning time together engaging each family member keeps the outside negative influences away, while creating healthy lines of communication between family members​. (2-hour class.)
Instructor: Cathy Mello
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STEM
2025-09-09 11:00 - 12:00 | Alexander Library, 1755 W Alexander Road, North Las Vegas, NV, 89032, United States
This is an in-person class at the Alexander Library

This is an in-person class
Total Hours: 1.0
The Children’s Cabinet provides a free 1-hour STEM class where participants (parents and children) will engage in several STEM activities and experiemnts. ELIGIBLE PARTICIPANTS: Parents with children ages 3-5 years old.

Instructor: Jazmin Slappy

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Building Bridges: Teaching Children the Joys of Sharing
2025-09-09 18:00 - 19:30
**REMINDER PLEASE CHECK YOUR CONFIRMATION EMAIL FOR ZOOM LINK **

Instructor: Janna Mason
Nevada Registry Approved: 1.5 Hours
CKA: Environment & Curriculum
This theme, “Building Bridges,” emphasizes the long-term benefits of sharing and how it creates strong social connections. It also provides adult participants with practical tools to encourage sharing, making the process both fun and effective.
Training Objectives:
1 . By the end of this session, learners will Identify practical methods to teach children to share in a fun, supportive way.
2 . By the end of this session, learners will demonstrate confidence in modeling and encouraging sharing behaviors through play.
3 . By the end of this session, learners will apply strategies for handing resistance to sharing and help develop emotional skills.
Each professional development session offered by The Children’s Cabinet utilizes a knowledge check to ensure that our participants understand our training objectives and our instructors are providing a comprehensive learning experience. You can expect to receive a three question quiz or test at the end of each training. If you have questions or concerns, or need additional information about this process, feel free to contact the Professional Development Training Coordinator at 775-856-6200.

For a copy of your records or personal identifiable information, please direct requests to:
Professional Development Team, Attn: ProgramAssistant
cabtraining2@childrenscabinet.org
For more information on your security and privacy, please visit our full policy by scanning the QR in the participant policy notice below.

STEM
2025-09-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Aliante Library, 2400 Deer Springs Way, North Las Vegas, NV, 89084, United States
This is an in-person class at the Aliante Library

This is an in-person class
Total Hours: 1.0
The Children’s Cabinet provides a free 1-hour STEM class where participants (parents and children) will engage in several STEM activities and experiemnts. ELIGIBLE PARTICIPANTS: Parents with children ages 3-5 years old.

Instructor: Jazmin Slappy

For a copy of your records or personal identifiable information, please direct requests to:
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Strengthening Business Practices: Module 3 - Marketing Your Program
2025-09-10 12:30 - 14:30
**PARTICIPANTS MUST COMPLETE REGISTRATION IN THE LINK PROVIDED IN THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL**

Nevada Registry Approved: 2 hours
Instructor: Anthony Kharrat
CKA: Management & Administration

Learning Event Summary:
The purpose of this training will be for the participants to go over how marketing efforts can help improve your ability to recruit new families and retain the business of families already enrolled in your program.

Learning Outcomes:

Learners will learn how to implement marketing tools and strengthen the facilities
Learners will discuss why marketing efforts can improve the facilities.
Learners will understand the purpose of marketing to different areas including parents, staff, and others for your facility.

Each professional development session offered by The Children’s Cabinet utilizes a knowledge check to ensure that our participants understand our training objectives and our instructors are providing a comprehensive learning experience. You can expect to receive a three question quiz or test at the end of each training. If you have questions or concerns, or need additional information about this process, feel free to contact the Professional Development Training Coordinator at 702-245-8555.

For a copy of your records or personal identifiable information, please direct requests to:
Professional Development Team, Attn: Program Assistant
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The Impact of the Games We Play
2025-09-10 18:00 - 20:00
**REMINDER PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL FOR ZOOM LINK**

THIS IS A LIVE ONLINE WEBINAR
Total Hours: 2.0
Video games now outsell movies and music combined. Not surprisingly, video game and social media addictions are rising in kids and adults. This class will contrast healthy and problematic gaming and discuss features in video games and social media that are addictive. It will also teach parents and children the signs and symptoms of gaming addiction and its effects on children and the family. Participants will learn about community resources for gaming and gambling issues.
Instructor: Ted Hartwell
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CANCELLED - Growing your Child Care Business Using AI
2025-09-11 13:00 - 14:30
1.5 hr. online training. Please check your confirmation email for the ZOOM link.

Nevada Registry Approved: 2 hours
Instructor: Anthony Kharrat & Danielle Holmes
CKA: Management & Administration

Learning Event Summary:
This session introduces child care leaders to AI tools that support business operations. Participants will explore practical uses of AI, learn prompt writing techniques, and apply AI tools to improve existing business documents such as child care policies, schedules, or communications.

Learning Outcomes:
1 . Learners will list at least three AI tools relevant and describe their primary functions
2 . Learners will demonstrate how to write effective prompts to assist with tasks like drafting policies
3 . Learners will apply an AI tool to improve or redesign one of their existing business documents

Each professional development session offered by The Children’s Cabinet utilizes a knowledge check to ensure that our participants understand our training objectives and our instructors are providing a comprehensive learning experience. You can expect to receive a three question quiz or test at the end of each training. If you have questions or concerns, or need additional information about this process, feel free to contact the Professional Development Training Coordinator at 702-245-8555.

For a copy of your records or personal identifiable information, please direct requests to:
Professional Development Team, Attn: Program Assistanttraininglv@childrenscabinet.org
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CANCELLED- Cribs for Kids
2025-09-11 17:00 - 18:00 | Nevada Strong Start Child Care Services Center, 961 Matley Lane Suite 110, Reno, NV, 89502, United States
This is an in-person class at Nevada Strong Start Child Care Services Center. PLEASE SEE REQUIREMENTS TO ATTEND THIS PARENTING CLASS.

This is an in-person class
Total Hours: 1.0
New Parents! Single Parents! Moms or Dads Grandparents! (gaining custody)
***Will Get a FREE Crib with Accessories when completing this class***
A one-hour parenting/caregiver class on the importance of safe sleep practices to reduce the risk of Sudden Unexpected Infant Deaths (SUID) which include SIDS and other preventable deaths, like suffocation and strangulation, in bed. Participants will enhance their safe sleep education for the infant in their lives. (This is a 1.0 hour class)
Instructor: Tanya Manson
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How Vroom Turns Challenges into Learning Moments!
2025-09-11 18:00 - 20:00 | University of Nevada, Reno Extension – Elko County Office, 701 Walnut Street, Elko, NV, 89801, United States
In-Person

Instructor: Hannah West
Nevada Registry Approved: 2.0 Hours
CKA: Positive Interactions & Guidance
Learn how to turn everyday challenges with young children into powerful brain-building moments using Vroom. This interactive session equips early childhood providers with practical strategies rooted in brain science to support emotional regulation, reduce behavior issues, and strengthen relationships through responsive, developmentally appropriate interactions.
Training Objectives:
1 .By the end of this session, the learner will Identify common challenging behaviors in early childhood.
2 .By the end of this session, the learner will Describe the Vroom framework and the basics of early brain development.
3 . By the end of this session, the learner will Compare the outcomes of reactive vs. responsive behavior guidance using Vroom.
Each professional development session offered by The Children’s Cabinet utilizes a knowledge check to ensure that our participants understand our training objectives and our instructors are providing a comprehensive learning experience. You can expect to receive a three question quiz or test at the end of each training. If you have questions or concerns, or need additional information about this process, feel free to contact the Professional Development Training Coordinator at 775-856-0100
For a copy of your records or personal identifiable information, please direct requests to:
Professional Development Team, Attn: Program Assistantcabtraining2@childrenscabinet.org
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Los Juegos Que Jugamos
2025-09-11 18:00 - 20:00
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THIS IS A LIVE ONLINE WEBINAR
Total Hours: 2.0
Los videojuegos ahora generan más ingresos que las películas y la música juntas. No es sorprendente que las adicciones a los videojuegos y a las redes sociales estén en aumento en niños y adultos. Esta clase contrastará el juego saludable y el problemático, y discutirá las características en los videojuegos y las redes sociales que son adictivas. También enseñará a padres e hijos a reconocer los signos y síntomas de la adicción a los videojuegos y sus efectos en los niños y la familia. Los participantes aprenderán sobre recursos
Instructor: Laura Higuera
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Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) Training
2025-09-12 09:00 - 17:00 | Children’s Cabinet, May Building, 777 Sinclair Street, Reno, NV, 89501, United States
These classes are designed to teach caring adults how to help adolescents who are experiencing mental health, addiction, or are in crisis.

These classes are designed to teach parents, mentors, teachers, coaches, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help adolescents (age 12-18) who are experiencing mental health, addiction, or are in crisis. Anyone interested can sign up for a one-day training session.
The course introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders (including AD/HD), and eating disorders. Each year, thousands of people are trained to provide CPR first aid, so we encourage everyone to be ready for a possible mental health crisis and connect those struggling with mental health with the help they all deserve.
Prior to the in-person instructor-led class, all participants must complete course pre-work that can be accomplished online. If you are signed up for a course, you will receive an email with links to the pre-work, a link to the pre-test, and how to access the course online.
Spanish and group trainings are available upon request. Please contact Kimberly Hargrove for more information: KHargrove@childrenscabinet.org.

Mind in the Making Life Skill #6: Taking on Challenges
2025-09-12 09:00 - 23:00 | University of Nevada, Reno Extension – Elko County Office, 701 Walnut Street, Elko, NV, 89801, United States
In-Person

Instructor: Hannah West
Nevada Registry Approved: 2.0 Hours
CKA: Human Growth & Development
Life is full of stresses and challenges. Children who can take on challenges in the face of life’s stresses have an advantage. Join us to learn everyday ways to promote Taking on Challenges and help prepare children for school, friends and life.
Training Objectives:
1 .By the end of this session, the learner will Describe how the Life Skill of Taking on Challenges calls upon Executive Function.
2 .By the end of this session, the learner will Illustrate an understanding of the difference between healthy stress and toxic stress.
3 . By the end of this session, the learner will Restate the importance of children learning how to manage stressful experiences.
Each professional development session offered by The Children’s Cabinet utilizes a knowledge check to ensure that our participants understand our training objectives and our instructors are providing a comprehensive learning experience. You can expect to receive a three question quiz or test at the end of each training. If you have questions or concerns, or need additional information about this process, feel free to contact the Professional Development Training Coordinator at 775-856-0100
For a copy of your records or personal identifiable information, please direct requests to:
Professional Development Team, Attn: Program Assistantcabtraining2@childrenscabinet.org
For more information on your security and privacy, please visit our full policy by scanning the QR in the participant policy notice below.

I'm Ready for K- Math
2025-09-16 11:00 - 12:00 | Alexander Library, 1755 W Alexander Road, North Las Vegas, NV, 89032, United States
This is an in-person class at the Alexander Library

This is an in-person class
Total Hours: 1.0
I’m Ready for K Sessions are designed for children ages 3-5 years old with the primary aim of teaching social emotional and academic skills needed for pre-K and Kindergarten readiness, while providing an opportunity for positive parent-child interaction and strengthening the parent-child relationship.
Instructor: Jazmin Slappy

For a copy of your records or personal identifiable information, please direct requests to:
Professional Development Team, Attn: Program Assistant
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I'm Ready for K- Math
2025-09-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Aliante Library, 2400 Deer Springs Way, North Las Vegas, NV, 89084, United States
This is an in-person class at the Aliante Library

This is an in-person class
Total Hours: 1.0
I’m Ready for K Sessions are designed for children ages 3-5 years old with the primary aim of teaching social emotional and academic skills needed for pre-K and Kindergarten readiness, while providing an opportunity for positive parent-child interaction and strengthening the parent-child relationship.
Instructor: Jazmin Slappy

For a copy of your records or personal identifiable information, please direct requests to:
Professional Development Team, Attn: Program Assistant
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Vroom Brain Builder Series: Brain Building with Infants
2025-09-17 18:00 - 19:30 | Nevada Strong Start Child Care Services Center, 961 Matley Lane Suite 110, Reno, NV, 89502, United States
In-Person

Instructor: Hannah West
Nevada Registry Approved: 1.5 Hours
CKA: Human Growth & Development
Participants will reinforce their knowledge of early brain development during the infancy years while developing a deeper understanding of how to utilize Vroom’s content to strengthen their brain building strategies during this crucial developmental time.
Training Objectives:
1 . Restate the importance of early experiences on an infant’s brain development.
2 . Describe strategies they can use to engage infant’s brains.
3 . Vroom resource they can use with the infants they work with.
Each professional development session offered by The Children’s Cabinet utilizes a knowledge check to ensure that our participants understand our training objectives and our instructors are providing a comprehensive learning experience. You can expect to receive a three question quiz or test at the end of each training. If you have questions or concerns, or need additional information about this process, feel free to contact the Professional Development Training Coordinator at 775-856-6200.

For a copy of your records or personal identifiable information, please direct requests to:
Professional Development Team, Attn: Program Assistantcabtraining2@childrenscabinet.org
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Pyramid Model: Nurturing and Responsive Relationships
2025-09-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Great Basin College, 1500 College Parkway, Elko, NV, 89801, United States
In-Person

Instructor: Tiffany Hyzer
Nevada Registry Approved: 2.0 Hours
CKA: Positive Interactions & Guidance
The content in this module will describe strategies for developing responsive relationships with the children in your classroom. We will also discuss how to promote relationships between children.
Training Objectives:
1 .Participants will understand the importance of relationships and their impacts in the classroom.
2 .Participants will reflect on their practices in the classroom around building relationships with the children in their care.
3 . Participants will implement strategies and practices to promote positive behaviors and prevent challenging behaviors.
Each professional development session offered by The Children’s Cabinet utilizes a knowledge check to ensure that our participants understand our training objectives and our instructors are providing a comprehensive learning experience. You can expect to receive a three question quiz or test at the end of each training. If you have questions or concerns, or need additional information about this process, feel free to contact the Professional Development Training Coordinator at 775-856-0100
For a copy of your records or personal identifiable information, please direct requests to:
Professional Development Team, Attn: Program Assistantcabtraining2@childrenscabinet.org
For more information on your security and privacy, please visit our full policy by scanning the QR in the participant policy notice below.

Strengthening Business Practices: Module 4 - Recruitment & Retaining Staff
2025-09-18 12:30 - 14:30 | Las Vegas The Children’s Cabinet, 5905 S. Decatur Blvd. Ste. 13, Las Vegas, NV, 89118, United States
**PARTICIPANTS MUST COMPLETE REGISTRATION IN THE LINK PROVIDED IN THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL**

Nevada Registry Approved: 2 hours
Instructor: Anthony Kharrat
CKA: Management & Administration

Learning Event Summary:
The purpose of this training is to strengthen child care providers’ understanding of staff recruitment tools, organizational staff support systems, and elements necessary to support retention of talented staff.

Learning Outcomes:

Learners will learn the importance of developing effective job descriptions and recruiting talented staff.
Learners will discuss how to create comprehensive handbooks for parents and staff.
Learners will recognize the critical role that leaders play in the retention of talented staff.

Each professional development session offered by The Children’s Cabinet utilizes a knowledge check to ensure that our participants understand our training objectives and our instructors are providing a comprehensive learning experience. You can expect to receive a three question quiz or test at the end of each training. If you have questions or concerns, or need additional information about this process, feel free to contact the Professional Development Training Coordinator at 702-245-8555.

For a copy of your records or personal identifiable information, please direct requests to:
Professional Development Team, Attn: Program Assistant
traininglv@childrenscabinet.org

For more information on your security and privacy, please visit our full policy by scanning the QR in the participant policy notice below.

The Vital Role of Play in the Lives of Infants and Toddlers
2025-09-20 09:00 - 11:00 | Las Vegas The Children’s Cabinet, 5905 S. Decatur Blvd. Ste. 13, Las Vegas, NV, 89118, United States
The educators will learn about the types of play. Then they will be able to paint a picture of play and its connection to development. The p

Instructor: Beth Hart
Nevada Registry Approved: 2.0 Hour
CKA: Environment & Curriculum
The educators will learn about the types of play. Then they will be able to paint a picture of play and its connection to development. The participants reflect on a child learning about emotions by watching and listening to their teachers and caregivers.
Training Objectives:
1. be able to identify 3 types of play

2. understand the relationship between play and infant toddler development

model how the senses play a role in infant and toddler development

Each professional development session offered by The Children’s Cabinet utilizes a knowledge check to ensure that our participants understand our training objectives and our instructors are providing a comprehensive learning experience. You can expect to receive a three question quiz or test at the end of each training. If you have questions or concerns, or need additional information about this process, feel free to contact the Professional Development Training Coordinator at 702-825-8978
For a copy of your records or personal identifiable information, please direct requests to:
Professional Development Team, Attn: Program Assistanttraininglv@childrenscabinet.org
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The Art of Engaging Families in Afterschool
2025-09-20 11:30 - 13:30 | The Children’s Cabinet – Las Vegas, 5905 S. Decatur Blvd. Ste. 13, Las Vegas, NV, 89118, United States
2 hrs. In-person training at the Children’s Cabinet Las Vegas

Nevada Registry Approved: 2.0 hours
CKA: Family and Community Engagement
Instructor: Constance Tomaneng

Learning Summary: This training will help support the participants as they understand the value of parent engagement in the afterschool setting. Discussion will revolve around thinking of ways to let families become more involved with the aftershool programs. Participants will also learn how to evaluate a program’s effectiveness where family involvement is concerned – based on NV out-of-school time program quality standards.
Learning Outcomes:
1 . Learners will outline the importance of family engagement in the afterschool setting.
2 . Learners will describe ways in which a family can be engaged in the afterschool programs.
3 . Learners will apply their understanding based on the NV out-of-school time quality standards.
Each professional development session offered by The Children’s Cabinet utilizes a knowledge check to ensure that our participants understand our training objectives and our instructors are providing a comprehensive learning experience. You can expect to receive a three-question quiz or test at the end of each training. If you have questions or concerns, or need additional information about this process, feel free to contact the Professional Development Training Coordinator at 702-245-8555.

For a copy of your records or personal identifiable information, please direct requests to:
Professional Development Team, Attn: Program Assistanttraininglv@childrenscabinet.org

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Can You Hear Me Now? Building Positive Communication with Families
2025-09-22 17:00 - 18:30
1.5 hrs. Virtual training

Nevada Registry Approved: 1.5 hours
CKA: Family & Community Relationships
Instructor: Constance Tomaneng

Learning Summary: Let’s explore some methods and techniques to help us communicate better with the families in our care. We focus on communication that is honest, sensitive, empathic, and culturally appropriate. We discuss the informal daily communication to build positive relationships as well as formal meetings to discuss concerns about development.
Learning Outcomes:
1 . Learners will identify ways to maintain positive and appropriate communication with families.
2 . Learners will describe methods of communication to engage all families sensitively and in a culturally appropriate way.
3 . Learners will use strategies to incorporate into their classrooms to help improve communication.

Each professional development session offered by The Children’s Cabinet utilizes a knowledge check to ensure that our participants understand our training objectives and our instructors are providing a comprehensive learning experience. You can expect to receive a three-question quiz or test at the end of each training. If you have questions or concerns, or need additional information about this process, feel free to contact the Professional Development Training Coordinator at 702-245-8555.

For a copy of your records or personal identifiable information, please direct requests to:
Professional Development Team, Attn: Program Assistanttraininglv@childrenscabinet.org

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CANCELLED -The Growing Brain Unit 3: Communication and Language Development
2025-09-22 17:00 - 19:00
2 hrs. online training. Please check your confirmation email for the ZOOM link.

Nevada Registry Approved: 2 hours
Instructor: Constance Tomaneng
CKA: Human Growth and Development

Learning Event Sumary:
Building on, expanding, and extending children’s language helps them develop more mature and complex communication abilities over time. Communication begins with observation-noticing cues and non verbal communications. These are critical components for supporting communication skills.

Learning Outcomes:
1 . Learners will understand communication milestones birth to 5 years old.
2 . Learners will learn strategies for supporting early communication skills.
3 . Learners will understand multi-language learning.

Each professional development session offered by The Children’s Cabinet utilizes a knowledge check to ensure that our participants understand our training objectives and our instructors are providing a comprehensive learning experience. You can expect to receive a three question quiz or test at the end of each training. If you have questions or concerns, or need additional information about this process, feel free to contact the Professional Development Training Coordinator at 702-245-8555.

For a copy of your records or personal identifiable information, please direct requests to:
Professional Development Team, Attn: Program Assistanttraininglv@childrenscabinet.org
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Promoting Language and Literacy in Young Children
2025-09-22 18:00 - 20:00
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THIS IS A LIVE ONLINE WEBINAR
Total Hours: 2.0
The power of language and literacy in families is huge! Participants will learn how to promote their child’s vocabulary growth through conversation and the benefits of reading to their children. They will develop an ​understanding of the basic sentence structure., how to recognize letters and their sounds, and the importance of ability print in everyday life​. This class will teach caregivers how to engage in interactive storytelling​, foster phonological awareness through rhyming and sound play​, and encourage early writing skills through drawing and scribbling.
Instructor: Cathy Mello
For a copy of your records or personal identifiable information, please direct requests to:
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4th Annual Washoe County Youth Mental Health Summit
2025-09-23 09:00 - 15:00 | Grace Church Reno, 1220 Robb Drive, Reno, NV, 89523, United States
This full day is designed to bring mental health providers and caring adults together surrounding the importance of youth mental health.

The Children’s Cabinet invites you to a day of education and connection at the 4th Annual Washoe County Youth Mental Health Summit.
Space is limited. Reserve your spot today! Your email used during registration will be used to send you event updates such as presenters, speakers, etc.

Please visit our Youth Mental Health Resource Fair following the Summit from 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM to receive resources and information from youth-serving organizations in our community.

I'm Ready for K - Science
2025-09-23 11:00 - 12:00 | Alexander Library, 1755 W Alexander Road, North Las Vegas, NV, 89032, United States
This event is an IN-PERSON event at the Alexander Library

THIS IS A IN PERSON EVENT.
Trainers: Jazmin Slappy
Hours: 1.0
Parent engagement activity sessions are designed for children ages 3-5 years old with the primary aim of teaching social emotional and academic skills needed for pre-K and Kindergarten readiness, while providing an opportunity for positive parent-child interaction and strengthening the parent-child relationship.

For a copy of your records or personal identifiable information, please direct requests to:
Professional Development Team, Attn: Program Assistant
traininglv@childrenscabinet.org

For more information on your security and privacy, please visit our full policy by scanning the QR in the participant policy notice below.

I'm Ready for K - Science
2025-09-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Aliante Library, 2400 Deer Springs Way, North Las Vegas, NV, 89084, United States
This event is an IN-PERSON event at the Aliante Library

THIS IS A IN PERSON EVENT.
Trainers: Jazmin Slappy
Hours: 1.0
Parent engagement activity sessions are designed for children ages 3-5 years old with the primary aim of teaching social emotional and academic skills needed for pre-K and Kindergarten readiness, while providing an opportunity for positive parent-child interaction and strengthening the parent-child relationship.

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Professional Development Team, Attn: Program Assistant
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Supporting School Aged Children During Free Play
2025-09-24 18:00 - 19:30
**REMINDER PLEASE CHECK YOUR CONFIRMATION EMAIL FOR ZOOM LINK **

Instructor: Janna Mason
Nevada Registry Approved: 1.5 Hours
CKA: Environment & Curriculum
Ever wonder what you are supposed to do as a teacher during free play for school aged children? During this session, participants will gain understanding of ways to support school aged children during free play that includes peer interaction, supervision and teacher’s roles.
Training Objectives:
1 . By the end of this session, the learner will Understand what free play is.
2 . By the end of this session, the learner will Identify the teachers role during free play and strategies to help in engaging with children.
3 . By the end of this session, the learner will Recognize opportunities for individualized teaching, peer interaction, supervision and providing physical warmth during free play.
Each professional development session offered by The Children’s Cabinet utilizes a knowledge check to ensure that our participants understand our training objectives and our instructors are providing a comprehensive learning experience. You can expect to receive a three question quiz or test at the end of each training. If you have questions or concerns, or need additional information about this process, feel free to contact the Professional Development Training Coordinator at 775-856-6200.

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Professional Development Team, Attn: ProgramAssistant
cabtraining2@childrenscabinet.org
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Strengthening Business Practices: Module 4-Recruiting & Retaining Staff
2025-09-25 12:30 - 14:30
This is a 2 hrs. virtual training

Nevada Registry Approved: 2 hours
Instructor: Anthony Kharrat
CKA: Management & Administration

Learning Event Summary:
The purpose of this training is to strengthen child care providers’ understanding of staff recruitment tools, organizational staff support systems, and elements necessary to support retention of talented staff.

Learning Outcomes:

Learners will learn the importance of developing effective job descriptions and recruiting talented staff.
Learners will discuss how to create comprehensive handbooks for parents and staff.
Learners will recognize the critical role that leaders play in the retention of talented staff.

Each professional development session offered by The Children’s Cabinet utilizes a knowledge check to ensure that our participants understand our training objectives and our instructors are providing a comprehensive learning experience. You can expect to receive a three question quiz or test at the end of each training. If you have questions or concerns, or need additional information about this process, feel free to contact the Professional Development Training Coordinator at 702-245-8555.

For a copy of your records or personal identifiable information, please direct requests to:
Professional Development Team, Attn: Program Assistant
traininglv@childrenscabinet.org

For more information on your security and privacy, please visit our full policy by scanning the QR in the participant policy notice below.
