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On December 15, 2007 we will begin accepting applications for the 8 Day
In-Depth Training on the ECERS-R, to be held March 10-13 and April
28-May 1, 2008. The 8 day course provides training in the use of
the Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale-Revised Edition
(ECERS-R) and is designed especially to enhance
the skills of coaches, mentors, technical assistance (TA) specialists,
and R&R representatives using the scales to help improve the quality
of children’s programs.
The course pre-requisite includes completion of an
FPG introductory 3-day or 5-day training and experience using the
scale. The 8-day training includes:
- Pretest to determine level of pre-course knowledge
- Lecture by authors and associates, on the interpretation
of specific indicators, the research and rationale for requirements,
what is required to meet requirements
- Explanations about how to best use the scales
in efforts to maximize the effects of coaching, mentoring and technical
assistance
- Discussions among participants
- A variety of hands-on activities to reinforce
learning
- Post-test to measure content knowledge
As with any college-level course, the participant
is expected to attend all portions of the course, have and read required
materials, and study course content in order to pass the post-test.
Assessment of participant competence is completed
through a post-test, and documentation of participation in the course
will be provided.
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Application
procedure
Applications must be accompanied
by a check or approved purchase order. Purchase orders must be replaced
with checks by February 11, 2008. Interest typically
exceeds our capacity - we are often completely booked two months prior
to a course - so apply early for the best chance of enrollment.
No more than five participants will be admitted from a single organization
without special permission. Applicants will be notified within two
weeks whether they have been accepted.
Fee
A fee of $2,000 covers the cost of the training, all materials, breakfast and
lunch each day. The fee does not include dinners and overnight
accommodations. Refunds will be given, minus a $50 processing charge, if
cancellation is made by February 11.
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Accommodations
and travel
The Raleigh-Durham Airport is 18 miles from Chapel Hill. Upon acceptance, applicants will be sent information
about rental cars, taxis, airport limousines and shuttle service.
Information will also be provided about hotels, including one with
a special rate for the course ($129/night), located directly across
from the Friday Center for Continuing Education.
Schedule and course credit
The sessions will run approximately from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Letters of
completion and continuing education units from UNC-CH will be given only for
participation in the entire session, so please make travel plans accordingly.
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