Monthly Training/Professional Development

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Training Description

Friday
October 3, 2025

9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

$60
4 State Approved Hrs

Lunch included!

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A Director’s Institute

Exceptional or Explosive! What is Your Impact? What does it take to create and maintain a dynamic early childhood education program? A DYNAMIC DIRECTOR! Come join us to learn some tricks of the trade on how to be just that! We will discuss how to measure your impact on your program through ideas such as defining your level of involvement in your program and creating opportunities to collaborate and build relationships with children, staff, family, and community partners.

Join us for a fun-filled day of learning with other early childhood program owners, directors, and administrators. We look forward to seeing you there!

Demmentrice Jefferson
BFTS Approved Trainer

Albany State University- West, 2400 Gillionville Road
Albany, GA 31707, Event Center

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Saturday
October 4, 2025

8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Free
4 State Approved Hrs

GELDS Foundation
This training introduces early learning workforce professionals to the Georgia Early Learning and Development Standards (GELDS)by explaining what the standards are, why we use them, and their relationship to developmentally appropriate practice. It provides an overview of the organizational structure and language of GELDS.

 GELDS Foundation: Social, Emotional Domain
This training introduces early learning workforce professionals to the Georgia Early Learning and Development Standards (GELDS)by explaining what the standards are, why we use them, and their relationship to developmentally appropriate practice. It provides an overview of the organizational structure and language of GELDS.

Kathi Roberts
BFTS Approved Trainer

Truly Blessed Early Learning Academy, 101 Monarch Village Way
Stockbridge, GA 30281

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Thursday
October 9, 2025

7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

$10
2 State Approved Hrs.

Health and Safety Awareness
We will be focusing on the following areas of Health and Safety Awareness in an Early Childhood Learning Environment, Children's Health, Hygiene, Physical Plant, and Playground Safety. By attending, participants will be able to provide a healthy, Safe, and nurturing environment for the children to grow, develop, and learn.

Sandra Jackson
BFTS Approved Trainer

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Tuesday
October 14, 2025

6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

$10
2 State Approved Hrs

Developing an Age-Appropriate Lesson Plan for
Your EC Classroom
This interactive training will prepare participants to develop lesson plans and connect them to the learning centers and daily activities and routines of the children.

Polly Raike
BFTS Approved Trainer   

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Saturday
October 18, 2025

9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 

$30
6 State Approved Hrs. 

I’ve Got a New Attitude! Professionalism
Starts With ME!!!
By reviewing the NAEYC Ethical Code of Conduct, their Statement of Commitment, and research, you will have the opportunity to develop and/or amend your program’s policies and procedures to include a section on Ethics and Professionalism that is "Center Specific" for your learning environments.

Indoor and Outdoor Hazards
Come learn proper procedures to follow for a safe environment, both indoors and outdoors, which includes information from BFTS Rules and Regulations, physical plant, playground safety, and building and grounds.

Sandra Jackson
BFTS Approved Trainer

Chili’s Restaurant Crossing, 5080 Riverside Drive, Suite 1600
Macon, GA 31210

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Thursday
October 23, 2025

7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

$10
2 State Approved Hrs.

Creating A Literacy-Rich Environment for
Infants and Toddlers
A Literacy-Rich Environment in early childhood education lays a foundation that supports language development, emergent literacy, writing skills, and reading. This training helps providers and educators create an inclusive Literacy-Rich Environment for Infants and Toddlers, including special needs and dual language learners. Participants will design and execute translanguaging activities to integrate into their Literacy-Rich environment.

Sandra Jackson
BFTS Approved Trainer

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Saturday
October 25, 2025

9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 

$25
3 State Approved Hrs. 

Fire Safety
This course meets the requirements mandated by the Georgia Insurance and Fire Safety Commissioner’s office.

Sandra Jackson
BFTS Approved Trainer

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Training Description

Tuesday
November 4, 2025

6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

$10
2 State Approved Hrs

Our Mission is the Whole Child!
Recognizing and applying the important mission of the YMCA to guide by their core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility to help children reach their full potential with dignity

Polly Raike
BFTS Approved Trainer 

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Saturday
November 8, 2025

9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 

$30
6 State Approved Hrs. 

Accept the Challenge-
The Ultimate Experience and a Glimpse into the Future
We all know teaching and learning have evolved over time. Come experience those changes, showcasing diverse teaching skills from past to present. You will use traditional methods to navigate new challenges, honoring educators before you while also demonstrating your own unique approaches—especially through modern technology in today's classroom. This training encourages exploration and skill demonstration as part of its challenge. Join us by accepting the challenge—an ultimate experience designed for educators and for the future of our children.

Sandra Jackson
BFTS Approved Trainer

Monroe County Clubhouse, 64 West Chamber Street
Forsyth, GA 31029

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Thursday
November 13, 2025

7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

$10
2 State Approved Hrs.

Safe Sleep Practices
This is an interactive training that provides opportunities for the participants as they go through this training to engage in practicing and demonstrating skills of safe sleep practices. This training follows the BFTS Safe Sleeping and Resting Requirements Rule 591-1-1-.30

Sandra Jackson
BFTS Approved Trainer

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Saturday
December 6, 2025

9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 

$30
6 State Approved Hrs. 

December Super Saturday!

Joy to the World
During this time of year, poor morale and depression were found in numerous families. Thus, affecting young children. This program is designed to add a little joy to the hearts of the providers, the children, and the families.

Unlocking Your Potential:
Manifesting Your Goals/Dreams
Come join us for an exciting and engaging day of self-assessment and goal-setting for professional growth. We will provide all the fun materials you will need to create an inspiring vision board that will capture all your desired goals and can be used for daily motivation.

Sandra Jackson
BFTS Approved Trainer

Kuntry Kiddle Daycare, 6981 Thomaston Road, Macon, GA 31220

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Tuesday
December 9, 2025

6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

$10
2 State Approved Hrs

What?! Healthy Behavior Management Strategies
This course defines behavior management and helps the caregiver differentiate between challenging behaviors. It offers positive strategies that result from inappropriate classroom behavior.

Sandra Jackson
BFTS Approved Trainer

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