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Community College of Vermont (CCV)
3-credit course, hybrid-- 4 in-person meetings plus 8 weeks of online asynchronous course (weekly reading and assignments)
Summer 2026- May 27- Aug 12, 2026
In-Person meetings in Montpelier 5/27, 6/24, 7/22, and 8/12
Course Information & Registration *registration open now*
CCV Admission Info | Info for Non-Degree Seeking Student
45 hour introductory training, meets weekly via Zoom, plus additional homework assignments
Northern Lights at CCV
Spring 2026
Tuesdays 5:30-7:30 (+ approx 1 hour per week of work outside of class)
February 17 - May 26, 2026
Information and Registration *registration open now*
45 hour introductory training, meets weekly via Zoom, plus additional homework assignments
Part of the First Steps Training Program
Spring 2026
Mondays 5:30-7:30 (+ approx 1 hour per week of work outside of class)
NOTE: This program requires additional in-person classes as part of the full First Steps Training Program
March 9 - June 22, 2026
2-part training through Northern Lights at CCV (via Zoom)
2 + 2 + 2 format includes 4 hours of training and 2 additional hours earned via a reflective assignment completed independently between sessions
*registration open now*
Jan 14 & 21, 2026 - 6-8pm - Information and Registration
Mar 20 & 27, 2026 - 1-3pm (afternoon training!)- Information and Registration
April 2 & 9, 2026 - 6-8pm - Information and Registration
May 5 & 12, 2026 - 1-3pm (afternoon training!) - Information and Registration
2-hour interactive Zoom training
Sponsored training (hours will be submitted to NL to be entered in participant's BFIS account)
This training will offer teachers a framework for understanding children’s behavior and how adults can support all children in a diverse classroom. We will learn about different temperament types and identify the strengths and challenges of each different temperament. Participants will learn practical strategies for observing temperament, adapting environments, and responding to challenging behaviors in ways that honor each child’s individual differences. We will also reflect on how our own temperament impacts our approach and discuss strategies for increasing the goodness of fit in our relationships.
*registration open now!*
January 12, 2026, 5:30-7:30pm - Registration
March 12, 2026, 6-8pm - Registration
2-hour interactive Zoom training
Sponsored training (hours will be submitted to NL to be entered in participant's BFIS account)
Challenging behavior can be extremely frustrating, especially when our usual tricks aren’t working. In this training, we will peek into the brains of children whose behavior adults find challenging and discover how their nervous systems may be driving their behavior. Then, through this new lens, we will explore brain-based approaches to prevent and address challenging behavior. We will also consider how our own nervous systems might be working against us during these moments and discuss ways to keep ourselves regulated in order to respond more helpfully to challenging behaviors.
*registration open now!*
January 22, 2026, 5:30-7:30pm - Registration
March 5, 2026, 6-8pm - Registration
April 8, 2026, 1-3pm (afternoon training!) - Registration
2-hour interactive Zoom training
Sponsored training (hours will be submitted to NL to be entered in participant's BFIS account)
Transitions are one of the most challenging times of day in an early childhood program and are a prime time for challenging behavior. This session provides practical strategies to help children move smoothly between daily routines and activities. Participants will learn why transitions can be challenging, how to reduce stress and disruptions, and how to use visuals, routines, and playful strategies to promote calm, confident transitions for all learners.
*registration open now!*
January 27, 2026, 5:30-7:30pm - Registration
February 19, 2026, 6-8pm - Registration
March 25, 2026, 1-3pm (afternoon training!) - Registration