Workshops
How to Register for Training with WLS Database & Referral System!
Licensed childcare centers or licensed Family Home Care Providers use the following link to access the home page for their program:
https://stage.worklifesystems.com/program/52
To register your staff for training, please select the training tab, then “View Available Training” .
Please be aware that the training shown on the WLS is for whole state of Louisiana. Ensure that you only register for trainings that you are able to attend.
They are tagged with NSU before the training code in the list view. Our trainings are held in Shreveport, Natchitoches, & Alexandria.
If you are not a licensed childcare center or family home care provider, you can take part in the training by emailing rodgersl@nsula.edu and requesting access as an interested consumer. The fee is $10 per class.
If you are a licensed childcare center or family home care provider, that hasn’t registered for the WLS system please email rodgersl@nsula.edu to have a homepage created in the WLS system.
Workshops are $10 for Type I or II centers unless otherwise noted. Payments cannot be accepted at the door. Payments can be made with a credit or debit card online using this link https://bit.ly/3liH3Xs
Workshop Calendar
**NOTE: Click on the Date. It will show you Training Name & Info
B-3b Avoid Behavior Problems-Teach Self-Control (CDA 3) Tuesday, October 29 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
B-3b Avoid Behavior Problems-Teach Self-Control (CDA 3) How can you help children learn self-control skills? We need to understand what we can expect from children.
Shreveport, LA 71101 United States
E-3h Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) (CDA 3) Tuesday, November 5 6:00 pm –9:00 pm
E-3h Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) (CDA 3) Early childhood is a critical period in brain development, creating a foundation for development throughout life.
Shreveport, LA 71101 United States
I-1i *HEALTH: Move it! Move it! Prevention of Obesity (CDA 1) Tuesday, November 5 6:00 pm –9:00 pm
I-1i *HEALTH: Move it! Move it! Prevention of Obesity (CDA 1) Learn tips and resources for encouraging, exercise, and healthy eating habits to promote healthy lifestyles.
Shreveport, LA 71101 United States
CPR/First Aid Adult & Pediatric Tuesday, November 5 6:00 pm –9:00pm
CPR/First Aid Adult & Pediatric The cost for a CPR class is $60 (Non-refundable or transferable). Please register on the WLS first and then pay using this link for the class. https://bit.ly/3liH3Xs
Alexandria, LA 71303 United States
B-2a Bravo for Books: Developing a Reading Center in Your Classroom (CDA 2) Tuesday, November 5 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
B-2a Bravo for Books: Developing a Reading Center in Your Classroom (CDA 2) Learn ways to create inexpensive new books and how to make stories come to life.
Alexandria, LA 71303 United States
CPR/First Aid Adult & Pediatric Tuesday, November 5 6:00 pm-9:00 pm
CPR/First Aid Adult & Pediatric The cost for a CPR class is $60 (Non-refundable or transferable). Please register on the WLS first and then pay using this link for the class. https://bit.ly/3liH3Xs
Shreveport, LA 71101 United States
E-5h Management of Early Care and Education Programs (Virtual) Wednesday, November 6 12:30 pm – 1:30
E-5h Management of Early Care and Education Programs (Virtual) NOTE: You Must Attend BOTH Virtual Sessions on Zoom to get 3 hours credit. November 6-7 Learn steps in creating a thoughtfully designed handbook that outlines your philosophy, policies, and operating details in this lunchtime session. Special for Owners, Directors, and Assistant Directors
E-5h Management of Early Care and Education Programs (Virtual) Thursday, November 7 12:30 pm -1:30
E-5h Management of Early Care and Education Programs (Virtual) NOTE: You Must Attend BOTH Virtual Sessions on Zoom to get 3 hours credit. November 6-7
E-5b You’ve Got Personality! (CDA 5) (ADM 5) Thursday, November 7 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
E-5b You've Got Personality! (CDA 5) (ADM 5) Learn to better meet the needs of children and collaborate with others.
Shreveport, LA 71101 United States
B-1h HEALTH Serve Safe (CDA 1) (ADM 4) Thursday, November 7 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
B-1h HEALTH Serve Safe (CDA 1) (ADM 4) Learn how to provide a sanitary and safe food service program and avoid food-borne illnesses.
Shreveport, LA 71101 United States
CEU-3a Conscious Discipline:
CEU-3a Conscious Discipline NSU CFN is thrilled to announce that Leeann Price and Ainsley Fontenot will be delivering a Conscious Discipline Training Conscious Discipline is a brain-based practice that comprehensively transforms programs through children’s self-regulation and wellness. Register for CEU-3a Conscious Discipline using the WLS system. What do you get? .7 CEUs--seven hours of training credit! Most of all, you get expert assistance for your classroom management issues.
Alexandria, LA 71303 United States
B-1d *HEALTH: Medication Administration (CDA 1) (ADM 1) Saturday, November 9 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
B-1d *HEALTH: Medication Administration (CDA 1) (ADM 1) This session meets the medication and health training requirements, including the use of EpiPens!
Shreveport, LA 71101 United States
I-3h Cultural Diversity in Your Learning Centers (CDA 3) Saturday, November 9 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
I-3h Cultural Diversity in Your Learning Centers (CDA 3) Learn how to provide for and respond to children whose background may be different from yours.
Shreveport, LA 71101 United States
B-6b Tie a Knot in the Rope and Hang On! (CDA 6) (ADM 6) Saturday, November 9 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
B-6b Tie a Knot in the Rope and Hang On! (CDA 6) (ADM 6) NOTE: This is an afternoon session Working with children all day can make you feel that you are at the end of your rope.
Shreveport, LA 71101 United States
B-1h HEALTH Serve Safe (CDA 1) (ADM 4) Saturday, November 9 1:00 pm –4:00 pm
B-1h HEALTH Serve Safe (CDA 1) (ADM 4) NOTE: This is an afternoon session Learn how to provide a sanitary and safe food service program and avoid food-borne illnesses.
Shreveport, LA 71101 United States
E-8f Talk to Me! Language Development (CDA 8) Tuesday, November 12 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
E-8f Talk to Me! Language Development (CDA 8) Language skills play a large role in children’s success in school and in life.
Shreveport, LA 71101 United States
B-5f Child Care 101 for New Staff: Starting Out the RIGHT Way! (CDA 5) (ADM 1) Tuesday, November 12 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
B-5f Child Care 101 for New Staff: Starting Out the RIGHT Way! (CDA 5) (ADM 1) In-depth orientation for new employees or those needing to brush up on basics including licensing and health.
Shreveport, LA 71101 United States
B-1d *HEALTH: Medication Administration (CDA 1) (ADM 1) Thursday, November 14 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
B-1d *HEALTH: Medication Administration (CDA 1) (ADM 1) This session meets the medication and health training requirements, including the use of EpiPens!
Shreveport, LA 71101 United States
E-2b Math Magic: How Young Children Learn Math (CDA 2) Thursday, November 14 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
E-2b Math Magic: How Young Children Learn Math (CDA 2) Learn how to help young children learn concepts such as numeration, graphing, sorting, and much more!
Shreveport, LA 71101 United States
I-5i When Disaster Strikes: Helping Young Children Cope (CDA 5) (ADM 3) Saturday, November 16 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
I-5i When Disaster Strikes: Helping Young Children Cope (CDA 5) (ADM 3) Learn how to be prepared for the unexpected. How to understand and work with children following a disaster.
Shreveport, LA 71101 United States
I-1d Creative Indoor Environments (CDA 1) (ADM 1) Saturday, November 16 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
I-1d Creative Indoor Environments (CDA 1) (ADM 1) Learn how to set up learning centers for a developmentally appropriate program and arrange your classroom.
Shreveport, LA 71101 United States
B-1d *HEALTH: Medication Administration (CDA 1) (ADM 1) Saturday, November 16 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
B-1d *HEALTH: Medication Administration (CDA 1) (ADM 1) This session meets the medication, EpiPen, and health training requirements!
Alexandria, LA 71303 United States
CPR/First Aid Adult & Pediatric Saturday, November 16 9 am – 12 pm
CPR/First Aid Adult & Pediatric CPR/First Aid Adult & Pediatric The cost for a CPR class is $60 (Non-refundable or transferable). Please register on the WLS first and then pay using this link for the class. https://bit.ly/3liH3Xs
Shreveport, LA 71101 United States
B-1h HEALTH Serve Safe (CDA 1) (ADM 4) Saturday, November 16 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
B-1h HEALTH Serve Safe (CDA 1) (ADM 4) NOTE THIS IS AN AFTERNOON SESSION What can you do to avoid being infected and what strategies can be used in early learning settings?
Alexandria, LA 71303 United States
B-1d *HEALTH: Medication Administration (CDA 1) (ADM 1) Thursday, November 21 6:00 pm –9:00 pm
B-1d *HEALTH: Medication Administration (CDA 1) (ADM 1) This session meets the medication health training requirements, including the use of EpiPens!
Natchitoches, LA 71457
B-5f Child Care 101 for New Staff: Starting Out the RIGHT Way! (CDA 5)(ADM 1) Thursday, November 21 6:00 pm –9:00 pm
B-5f Child Care 101 for New Staff: Starting Out the RIGHT Way! (CDA 5)(ADM 1) This session is an in-depth orientation for new employees or those needing to brush up on basics
Natchitoches, LA 71457
Onsite Training!
Not finding the training you need at a time and place convenient for you? Consider scheduling an onsite. Choose your topic, your date, your time, for customized training convenient for you. Contact us for a session to be held at your location at a time convenient for you.