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SPAN offers free on-site and virtual training and technical assistance to any Arkansas early childhood education center. Trainings include breastfeeding, physical activity and nutrition. Ask us about micro-trainings!
Training MenuPALS: Physical Activity Learning Session 
In-Person Training
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Virtual Training
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Breastfeeding Friendly Center 
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Healthy Foods 
Best Practices in Infant and Toddler Feeding
Trainer will be Alecia Hamilton. PDR Credit will be given. Register using the zoom link. The learner will gain best practices for feeding infants. This session will increase the learner’s understanding of toddler feeding and how it supports child growth and development. An overview of the CACFP infant & toddler meal pattern requirements will be given.
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Kids Say “Yes!” to Fruits and Vegetables Virtual Nutritional Activity
Trainer will be Alecia Hamilton. PDR Credit will be given. Register using zoom link. This lesson is ideal for family childcare homes or small class sizes. This interactive activity is for the educator and their class to do together in a live, online lesson with the presenter. The lesson will guide you and the children in your care through a tasting activity. The educator will learn how to execute a basic exploration and tasting activity they can use again with other fruits and vegetables. Simple materials will need to be gathered in advance
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