Work Matters: On course

Nursery world show 2009 - Nursery World's annual exhibition, co-sponsored by the CWDC along with 4Children, NCMA, PLA and NCB, offers an array of exhibitors in early years equipment, publishing, recruitment, training and professional associations, plus a thought-provoking agenda of 12 seminars over two days. Creche services available. - Islington, London. Price: seminars £10 each, exhibition entry free. Visit www.nurseryworldshow.com for information and registration

26 FEBRUARY

Introduction to Listening to Young Children - This one-day course will look at how to involve young children in decisions, identify challenges to listening and find ways to overcome them. Delegates will explore the different languages through which children communicate and reflect on their own current practice, planning how to develop children's involvement in the design and delivery of early years services. - Birmingham. Cost: from £241.50. Visit www.ncb.org.uk/training or call 0207 843 6084

12 MARCH

Finding and accessing the right Childcare Arrangement - This Daycare Trust course aims to help those working with parents to feel confident in helping them find the right childcare arrangements to meet their particular needs. Participants will consider the key characteristics of different types of childcare, gain practical advice on what parents should look for when selecting a childcare provider and learn about the various forms of financial assistance available to parents. - London. Cost: £85. Visit www.daycaretrust.org.uk or call 0845 872 6251

30 MARCH, 6 APRIL

Foundation Stage Makaton Training - This two-day workshop is designed for professionals who are in regular contact with those with special needs or communication difficulties. Participants will learn the theory behind Makaton signing and symbols and take part in lots of practical sessions. - London. Cost: £100. E-mail kirsty.dennis@kids.org.uk or call 020 7520 0405