Supporting Early Communication and Cognitive Growth through Brain Development Insights
Session Dates
Thursday April 10, 2025 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM - PaTTAN - CENTRAL
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Utilizing The Growing Brain: From Birth to 5 Years Old curriculum, this training will examine the relationship between brain development in the early years and how early communication and cognitive skills unfold. Participants will identify milestones and learn strategies for supporting those developmental areas.
Objectives
Participants will be able to:
- Identify parts of the brain and their functions.
- Identify communication milestones from birth to age 5 years.
- Identify strategies for supporting early communication skills.
- Identify ways to support cognitive development in young children.
Target Audience
This training is intended for Infant Toddler Early Intervention staff, Preschool Early Intervention staff, and early childhood education professionals.
Reasonable efforts will be made to accommodate individuals who have special needs as addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act and who need assistance at this event. Contact: Molly Martz, at 717-901-2151, or
mmartz@pattan.net.