TRAINING
Training child care providers to be outstanding caregivers is at the very core of our mission at Rainbow Fleet. We offer numerous educational opportunities each month covering various child care topics including safe sleep, first aid, operations, room arrangement, child development and many more. All of our training can be applied toward the DHS licensing requirements and also qualifies for Stars training credits. To learn more about Stars training credits, click here.
Rainbow Fleet also offers free coaching for childcare providers. We are here to support childcare professionals in reaching their goals, and coaching bridges the gap by putting ideas into practice.
UPCOMING TRAINING SCHEDULE
Upcoming Events
- Aug 20, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PMRainbow Fleet CCR&R, 1105 NW 45th St, Oklahoma City, OK 73118, USAEmergency first care and injury prevention is a pediatric first aid course for child care providers, developed through the EMS for Children Program at OU Children’s Hospital.
- Aug 25, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM CDTZoomIn this training, find out what you can do to reduce a baby’s risk of SIDS and other sleep-related causes of infant death and what you can do as a caregiver to help increase the awareness of this important issue.
- Aug 30, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PMZoomThis training helps providers navigate communication with the families of children in their care, gaining tips on how to have difficult conversations with parents. It will address effective communication skills to foster healthy relationships between caregivers and the families they serve.
- Aug 31, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM CDTZoomDuring this course we will cover the importance of self-care. This training will focus on the causes of educator stress and burnout, emotional intelligence, mindfulness, discuss self-care strategies and help you create a self-care plan for providers.
- Sep 06, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PMZoomThis course breaks down lesson plans, by exploring milestones and understanding Developmentally Appropriate practices. In addition, students learn how lesson plans help in classroom management.
- Sep 17, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDTRainbow Fleet CCR&R, 1105 NW 45th St, Oklahoma City, OK 73118, USAEmergency first care and injury prevention is a pediatric first aid course for child care providers, developed through the EMS for Children Program at OU Children’s Hospital.
- Sep 22, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PMZoomBenefits of Nature Based Learning and how we connect children to the outdoor environment. Understanding why this practice is appropriate for young children and their development. You will discover how to incorporate a more natural environment for your children and their surroundings.
Space can be reserved by phone at 405-521-1426. Attendees may also send a completed registration form by fax or email to 405-521-1426 or kjohnson@rainbowfleet.org. Payment is accepted by credit/debit card (Visa or MasterCard). A space is only guaranteed when payment is received. A receipt will be issued to complete your enrollment. Please bring your receipt to class. Unless otherwise noted, all classes be held over Zoom or take place at Rainbow Fleet, 1105 NW 45th St. in Oklahoma City. All Zoom attendees must have their webcam on during training to receive credit for the class. A 24 Hour notice of cancellation is required in order to receive a training voucher, otherwise no refund for missed trainings will be given. Doors/Zoom open 30 minutes before and close 30 minutes after training. Doors are locked 15 minutes after trainings begin. We do not allow children at our trainings; please make alternate plans for child care.