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Presented by: KYO, ABA Therapy Children with autism often have difficulty engaging in cooperative play with their peers which can limit their ability to explore and develop social relationships. Join […]

Presented by: KYO, ABA Therapy Children with autism often have difficulty engaging in cooperative play with their peers which can limit their ability to explore and develop social relationships. Join […]

Presentado por: Marisa Espinal Program for Infant-Toddler Care (PITC, WestEd) ¿Quién debe asistir? Administradores del programa para bebes y niños pequeños Maestros de cuidado infantil que trabajan con niños desde el nacimiento hasta los 36 meses Proveedores de cuidado infantil en el hogar o en centros Proveedores de niños de familias, amigos y vecinos Objetivos […]

Presented by: Jenna Jackson, Health Education Program Specialist, California Poison Control System This presentation introduces the California Poison Control System (CPCS) and its role as California’s fast, free, and confidential […]

Presented by: Keren Vargas, Senior Health Education Specialist, Contra Costa Health | Family Maternal Child Health (Public Health) Learn how to reduce the risk of SIDS and other sleep-related infant deaths […]

Presented by: Alejandra Renteria, Education and Training Coordinator Pest management can be a… pest! Luckily, there are steps you can take to reduce your exposure to pests and use effective, […]

Presented by: Arleth Gutierrez, EDvance College Join us for an informational session from EDvance College to learn how you can be supported to advance your early childhood education! This sessions will be in English with Spanish language support. Únase con nosotros para una sesión informativa de EDvance College y descubra cómo puede recibir apoyo para […]

NCal Cafecito is hosted by the NCal Family Child Care Alliance. This support group is for all local Family Child Care Providers and Prospective providers. Join the Cafecito to develop stronger relationships, networking, and community building! NCal Cafecito es organizado por NCal Family Child Care Alliance. Este grupo de apoyo es para todos los proveedores […]

Please note: THIS IS PART 1 OF A TWO PART SESSION. Participants must attend both sessions: Virtual Marketing 101 on April 14th and In-Person Social Media Marketing on April 29th. This session will cover the basics of marketing. We’ll talk about how to identify your target audience, craft clear messaging, and explore different marketing channels […]

Presented by: Joanne Funtila, CocoKids Inclusion Specialist Children learn best when their bodies are active and engaged. This training explores how movement supports brain development, self-regulation, and a joyful classroom climate. Why Attend? Learn how movement supports brain development, attention, and self-regulation in young children. Discover simple and engaging movement activities you can easily incorporate […]

Presented By: KYO, ABA Therapy Meal time can be stressful for anyone with young children. Difficulties with food selectivity and other meal-time challenges are even more common amongst people with […]

Presented By: CocoKids Subsidy and Learning Institute Staff Have you ever wondered how the subsidy support process works for families? Join us for a part one of a special two-part presentation hosted by CocoKids, where we’ll walk through the subsidy eligibility process step by step. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and get […]

Please note: THIS IS PART 2 OF A TWO PART SESSION. Participants must attend both sessions: Virtual Marketing 101 on April 14th and In-Person Social Media Marketing on April 29th. This will be a hands-on session focused on social media marketing, including how to set up and optimize professional Facebook and Instagram accounts, along with […]

Please note: THIS IS PART 2 OF A TWO PART SESSION. Participants must attend both sessions: Virtual Marketing 101 on April 14th and In-Person Social Media Marketing on April 29th. This will be a hands-on session focused on social media marketing, including how to set up and optimize professional Facebook and Instagram accounts, along with […]

Presented by: Carla Fernandes-Goes, Child Care Advocate from the Community Care Licensing Division Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations contains the "ground rules" for all licensed community care facilities, […]

NCal Cafecito is hosted by the NCal Family Child Care Alliance. This support group is for all local Family Child Care Providers and Prospective providers. Join the Cafecito to develop stronger relationships, networking, and community building! NCal Cafecito es organizado por NCal Family Child Care Alliance. Este grupo de apoyo es para todos los proveedores […]
Presented by: KYO, ABA Therapy Does your child have a hard time following directions? Do they frequently whine? This presentation will provide you with tips to decrease whining and increase […]

Supporting Dual Language Learners Series: DLL Introduction and Orientation Part 1/4. Dinner will be Served CocoKids and District 4 Supervisor Ken Carlson invite you to a four-part workshop series and community of practice focused on strengthening inclusive practices for children learning more than one language and their families. This series builds confidence and capacity to […]

Location East County: Antioch Library, 501 W 18th St, Antioch, CA 94509 Presented by: Joanne Funtila, CocoKids Inclusion Specialist Children learn best when their bodies are active and engaged. This training explores how movement supports brain development, self-regulation, and a joyful classroom climate. Why Attend? Learn how movement supports brain development, attention, and self-regulation in […]

Presented by: CocoKids Subsidy and Learning Institute Staff *This is part two of our two-part series. Please note that participating in part one is highly encouraged. Now that you understand how families become eligible, what happens next? Join us for part two of this special two-part presentation hosted by CocoKids, where we’ll take a deeper […]

Presented By: WestEd, Family Child Care at It's Best This workshop will be IN PERSON at our Concord Learning Institute. This Family Child Care at Its Best workshop focuses on the essential role of play for children. The workshop: · Offers practical strategies for supporting play in home-based settings. · Highlights how play supports learning […]

Location East County: San Pablo Library, 13751 San Pablo Avenue San Pablo, CA 94806 Presented by: Joanne Funtila, CocoKids Inclusion Specialist Children learn best when their bodies are active and engaged. This training explores how movement supports brain development, self-regulation, and a joyful classroom climate. Why Attend? Learn how movement supports brain development, attention, and […]

Presented by Angelina Shipe, Child Abuse Prevention Council of Contra Costa County COCOKIDS PLANS TO OFFER THIS TRAINING EVERY OTHER MONTH: JANUARY MARCH MAY JULY SEPTEMBER NOVEMBER Dates are scheduled a couple months in advance. If you see the month you need but the training is not yet on the calendar, please know that the […]

2nd Chance: Supporting Dual Language Learners Series: DLL Introduction and Orientation Part 1/4. CocoKids and District 4 Supervisor Ken Carlson invite you to a four-part workshop series and community of practice focused on strengthening inclusive practices for children learning more than one language and their families. This series builds confidence and capacity to create learning […]

NCal Cafecito is hosted by the NCal Family Child Care Alliance. This support group is for all local Family Child Care Providers and Prospective providers. Join the Cafecito to develop stronger relationships, networking, and community building! NCal Cafecito es organizado por NCal Family Child Care Alliance. Este grupo de apoyo es para todos los proveedores […]

Presented by: Carla Fernandes-Goes, Child Care Advocate from the Community Care Licensing Division Are you ready for your annual inspection? This essential workshop is designed to empower Family Child Care Home (FCCH) providers with the knowledge and tools to navigate the Title 22 inspection process with confidence. The CARE (Compliance and Regulatory Enforcement) Tool is a […]

Presented by: Autumn Brooks, Workforce Development Coordinator CocoKids is excited to announce the Second Cohort of the Child Care Boost Initiative, a wage enhancement program for early childhood educators in Contra Costa County. This program offers eligible participants a significant monthly wage increase, along with mentorship, professional networking, and personal training opportunities. Join our informational […]

Presented by: Kitty Lenhart, MEd RD, Child Health and Nutrition Grant Projects Coordinator IN-PERSON: Saturday, June 13th at 9:30 AM-11:00 AM CocoKids Learning Institute: 1035 Detroit Avenue, Suite 100, Concord, CA 94518 Every year, our childcare providers tell us the same story: “The weather feels different now—and the kids feel it too.” Some days it’s the […]

Presented by: KYO, ABA Therapy Have you ever wondered why a child exhibits challenging behavior and what you can do to change it? In this 30-minute presentation, families and providers […]

NCal Cafecito is hosted by the NCal Family Child Care Alliance. This support group is for all local Family Child Care Providers and Prospective providers. Join the Cafecito to develop stronger relationships, networking, and community building! NCal Cafecito es organizado por NCal Family Child Care Alliance. Este grupo de apoyo es para todos los proveedores […]

Supporting Dual Language Learners Series: Environmental Support Part 3/4. CocoKids and District 4 Supervisor Ken Carlson invite you to a four-part workshop series and community of practice focused on strengthening inclusive practices for children learning more than one language and their families. This series builds confidence and capacity to create learning environments that honor children’s […]

Presented by Angelina Shipe, Child Abuse Prevention Council of Contra Costa County COCOKIDS PLANS TO OFFER THIS TRAINING EVERY OTHER MONTH: JANUARY MARCH MAY JULY SEPTEMBER NOVEMBER Dates are scheduled a couple months in advance. If you see the month you need but the training is not yet on the calendar, please know that the […]

NCal Cafecito is hosted by the NCal Family Child Care Alliance. This support group is for all local Family Child Care Providers and Prospective providers. Join the Cafecito to develop stronger relationships, networking, and community building! NCal Cafecito es organizado por NCal Family Child Care Alliance. Este grupo de apoyo es para todos los proveedores […]

NCal Cafecito is hosted by the NCal Family Child Care Alliance. This support group is for all local Family Child Care Providers and Prospective providers. Join the Cafecito to develop stronger relationships, networking, and community building! NCal Cafecito es organizado por NCal Family Child Care Alliance. Este grupo de apoyo es para todos los proveedores […]

Supporting Dual Language Learners Series: Instructional Support Part 3/4. CocoKids and District 4 Supervisor Ken Carlson invite you to a four-part workshop series and community of practice focused on strengthening inclusive practices for children learning more than one language and their families. This series builds confidence and capacity to create learning environments that honor children’s […]

NCal Cafecito is hosted by the NCal Family Child Care Alliance. This support group is for all local Family Child Care Providers and Prospective providers. Join the Cafecito to develop stronger relationships, networking, and community building! NCal Cafecito es organizado por NCal Family Child Care Alliance. Este grupo de apoyo es para todos los proveedores […]

NCal Cafecito is hosted by the NCal Family Child Care Alliance. This support group is for all local Family Child Care Providers and Prospective providers. Join the Cafecito to develop stronger relationships, networking, and community building! NCal Cafecito es organizado por NCal Family Child Care Alliance. Este grupo de apoyo es para todos los proveedores […]

Supporting Dual Language Learners Series: Family Engagement Part 4/4. CocoKids and District 4 Supervisor Ken Carlson invite you to a four-part workshop series and community of practice focused on strengthening inclusive practices for children learning more than one language and their families. This series builds confidence and capacity to create learning environments that honor children’s […]