TRI-CITIES Calming Connections: De-escalation Strategies for ECE providers

Calming Connections: De-escalating Challenging Behaviors in Child Care

Join us for an engaging and hands-on workshop designed to empower child care providers with practical strategies for handling challenging behaviors and fostering positive connections with young children.

Date: March 1, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Pasco Community-Minded Enterprises Training Room
1923 N 20th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301
Instructor: Andrea Garcia

What You’ll Learn:

• Understand the root causes of frustration and distress in children.
• Discover techniques for preventing conflicts before they arise.
• Master de-escalation strategies to safely and effectively manage challenging situations.
• Learn the power of emotional regulation, active listening, and non-verbal communication.
• Build stronger, trusting relationships with children in your care.

This workshop is ideal for child care professionals working with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. You’ll leave feeling more confident in handling tough situations with empathy and composure while helping children develop essential emotional regulation skills.

Cost: $30.00
Credits: 3 hours STARS
Level: 1-2 (Core Competency: 3 hours Interactions)
Language: English (with Spanish interpretation available upon request)
Format: In-Person

Important Notes:

• Please register individually. Only one ticket per email address is allowed.
• If others from your organization wish to attend, they must register separately.

Spaces are limited—reserve your spot today!