This seminar by Montessori Centre International will examine Montessori's own theory of child development and will focus primarily on the first plane of development: the stage of the Absorbent Mind and its unique characteristics.
Montessori Centre International, 18 Balderton Street, London. Cost 47. Contact the Centre on 020 7493 0165.
22 October. Making connections
This conference by Conference Sandwell will highlight current research on early brain development and the implications for children's learning. It will illustrate the connections that need to be made in order to create a holistic approach to early years care and education.
The Bethel Convention Centre, West Bromwich. Cost 120. Contact the Professional Learning Centre on 0121 522 0520.
30 October and 6 November (both mornings). Practical mathematics in the nursery
This course by icp (the inspection and consultancy partnership) will consider how to incorporate mathematical skills and language into daily routines.
Crawley, West Sussex. Cost 50 plus VAT. Contact icp on 020 8880 4879.
31 October. Action, action plus - the role of the SENCO
This course by Hammersmith and Fulham EYDCP will help practitioners to gain an understanding of the implications of the revised Code of Practice for children with SEN, and familiarise them with the structure of local support services and how to access them.
Hammersmith, London. Cost 50. Contact Kathy Costello on 020 8735 5851.
1 November. Able children with autism
This course by I CAN Training will enable professionals working with able children who have autism or Asperger Syndrome to gain confidence about their role and consider the best way forward in the light of Government initiatives such as the national curriculum and inclusion.
I CAN, London. Cost 56. Contact I CAN Training on 0870 010 4066.
Food hygiene
This day course by CJ Associates will provide an opportunity to learn about food hygiene. Topics include bacteria and their growth, food poisoning, pests and pest control and kitchen hygiene.
High Wycombe. 10 am to 4pm. Cost 45 (includes lunch). Contact CJ Associates on 07802 427 074.
2 November. Getting started: nursery business workshop
This Child Care Plus seminar will look at topics including how to conduct market research, finding the premises, raising the finance, constructing a business plan, employing staff and equipping and marketing the nursery.
Hilton London Islington Hotel, 53 Upper Street, London N1. Cost 75, includes handouts and refreshments. Contact Sandra Brouet on 020 7247 6338.
Child protection
This course by Kinderquest will look at the different types of child abuse while giving practical advice as to what to look out for and what to do if you suspect that a child is being abused.
Billinghurst Village Hall, Billinghurst. 9.30am to 3pm. Cost 58.75.
Contact Maureen or Andrea on 01933 446 817.
