Positive Discipline for Childcare Providers Workshop
Lethbridge, AB
Saturday, October 18, 2014

This workshop will give a comprehensive overview of Positive Discipline, will provide the "why" behind it and tools and methods to implement it in a childcare or other early childhood setting.

Participants can expect to learn:

• What constitutes effective and positive discipline
• How to help children self regulate
• How to create an encouraging and nurturing environment that reduces behaviour challenges while supporting children’s social emotional development 
• Ways to empower children to use their power in constructive ways
• How to communicate in ways that invite cooperation from children
• The importance of connection and attachment in the child care setting
• Specific tools and methods to deal with common behaviour concerns in non-punitive, positive ways
• And more!

A special emphasis is put on creating an environment where "children thrive, learn and cooperate".

FACILITATOR: Ruth Buffam, Certified Positive Discipline Educator & Trainer

REGISTRATION FEE:  $98.00 (plus GST)  (Registration Fee Includes lunch)  
PLEASE REGISTER EARLY AS SPACE IS LIMITED!

Please note: This workshop may be eligible for Professional Development funding for individuals who qualify.  Each attendee is responsible to check their eligibility according to the guidelines of the Alberta Child Care Accreditation Funding Program.

Registration Form allows for multiple registrations if a number of people wish to register from one centre or organization.  Lump payment can then be made online or by check. However registration fees must be paid in advance.