Introduction to using empathy dolls
A basic introduction to the principles of using empathy dolls with young children. This session will help to guide staff through issues surrounding the introduction of dolls into your setting, exploring ways in which their use can enhance a positive ethos where children appreciate each other's feelings without fear of judgement. Soft-bodied dolls are available to take away.
Huddersfield. Cost: 60. Visit www.earlyideas.co.uk or call 01977 511571.
30 November
Making connections, finding solutions - a national family learning network conference
A range of influential experts from family learning will share their knowledge and advice at this conference and there will be the opportunity to network with like-minded representatives from a range of organisations and sectors.
Warwick. Cost: 160. Visit www.campaignforlearning.org.uk or call Julie King on 0121 773 3133.
2 and 9 December
Introduction to Childcare Practice (ICP)
The ICP enables unqualified child carers to join the Government's Childcare Approval Scheme. This course, run by Tinies, an approved training centre recognised by CACHE, is a minimum course for meeting the scheme's requirements.
Maidenhead. Cost: from 125 plus VAT. E-mail tinies@training.com or call 01332 856 392.
5 December
Childcare Act and market facilitation: private, public and voluntary together
Guest speakers at this conference will address how local authorities can work in partnership with private and voluntary childcare providers and how the performance of local authorities can be monitored.
London. Cost: from 209. Phone Westminster Advisors on 020 7227 1643.
