I-3f 100 Ways to Say "Very Good": Building Children's Self Esteem (CDA 3) Saturday, July 11 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
2026-07-11 13:00 - 16:00 UTC | NSU-CFN, 1800 Warrington Place, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
NOTE: This is an afternoon session
I-3f 100 Ways to Say “Very Good”: Building Children’s Self Esteem (CDA 3)
Discover ways to support children’s growth in integrity, honesty, confidence
and wisdom without using bribes.

E-5l Early Learning Standards (CDA 5) Tuesday, July 28 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
2026-07-28 18:00 - 21:00 | NSU-CFN, 1800 Warrington Place, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
E-5l Early Learning Standards (CDA 5)
The five developmental domains, physical, interpersonal, cognitive, language,
and approaches to learning are interdependent and should be considered
together when supporting the growth and development of all children.

B-3b Avoid Behavior Problems-Teach Self-Control (CDA 3)
2026-08-08 09:00 - 12:00 | NSU-CFN, 1800 Warrington Place, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
B-3b Avoid Behavior Problems-Teach Self-Control (CDA 3)
Identify ways to adapt your program and teach children skills that promote self-control. Help children develop
this important skill to be ready to start school.

B-1d *HEALTH*: Medication Administration (CDA 1) (ADM 1) Saturday, August 8 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
2026-08-08 09:00 - 12:00 | NSU-CFN, 1800 Warrington Place, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
B-1d *HEALTH*: Medication Administration (CDA 1) (ADM 1)
This session meets the medication and health training requirements, including the use of EpiPens.

E-5a Effective Communication in the Workplace (CDA 5) (ADM 3) Saturday, August 8 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
2026-08-08 13:00 - 16:00 | NSU-CFN, 1800 Warrington Place, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
NOTE: This is an afternoon session

E-5a Effective Communication in the Workplace (CDA 5) (ADM 3)
Gain insight on communication styles, active listening, and how to give positive feedback to effectively
communicate with Coworkers and the public you serve.

E-1e *HEALTH: Five Characteristics of a Healthy Child (CDA 1) Thursday, August 13 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
2026-08-13 18:00 - 21:00 | NSU Webinar, 1800 Warrington Place, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
E-1e *HEALTH: Five Characteristics of a Healthy Child (CDA 1)
Identify the required steps to take and discuss ways to promote children’s fullest physical, Interpersonal
development. Register in this class to receive a Health certificate.

E-1e Five Characteristics of a Healthy Child (CDA 1) Thursday, August 13 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
2026-08-13 18:00 - 21:00 | NSU Webinar, 1800 Warrington Place, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
E-1e Five Characteristics of a Healthy Child (CDA 1)
Identify the required steps to take and discuss ways to promote children’s fullest physical, Interpersonal
development. This is Not a Health credit class.

S-5d Implementing Curriculum- Frog Street Toddler/ Pre-K 3 (CDA 5) (ADM 6) Saturday, August 15 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
2026-08-15 09:00 - 12:00 | NSU-CFN, 1800 Warrington Place, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
S-5d Implementing Curriculum- Frog Street Toddler/ Pre-K 3 (CDA 5) (ADM 6)
Learn how to make the most of your new Frog Street toddler/ Pre K 3 curriculum, by
experiencing the five developmental domains: Language, Cognitive, Interpersonal
skills, approaches toward learning.
Intended for Toddlers or Pre-K 3 Teachers.

S-5d Implementing Curriculum- Frog Street infants (CDA 5) (ADM 6) Saturday, August 15 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
2026-08-15 13:00 - 15:00 | NSU-CFN, 1800 Warrington Place, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
NOTE: This is an afternoon session
S-5d Implementing Curriculum- Frog Street infants (CDA 5) (ADM 6)
Learn how to make the most of your new Frog Street Infant curriculum, by experiencing the five developmental
domains: Language, Cognitive, Interpersonal skills, approaches toward learning.

CPR/First Aid Adult & Pediatric Monday August 17 6:00 pm – 9:00pm
2026-08-17 18:00 - 21:00 | NSU Cenla Campus, England Airpark, 1410 Neel Kearby Blvd., Alexandria, LA, 71303, United States
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

B-5f Child Care 101 for New Staff: Starting Out the RIGHT Way! (CDA 5) (ADM 1) Tuesday, August 18 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
2026-08-18 18:00 - 21:00 | NSU Webinar, 1800 Warrington Place, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
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 including
licensing, health, and fire regulations, supervision, professionalism, working with parents and coworkers, and
the employees’ responsibility to children and the center.

B-1c *HEALTH: Learning about Food -1 Hour Serve Safe (CDA 1) (ADM 4) Tuesday, August 18 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
2026-08-18 18:00 - 21:00 | NSU Webinar, 1800 Warrington Place, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
B-1c *HEALTH: Learning about Food -1 Hour Serve Safe (CDA 1) (ADM 4)
Learn how to incorporate nutrition into your curriculum with hands-on activities.
Learn to provide a sanitary and safe food service avoiding food-borne illnesses. Identify
ways to help children form healthy attitudes about food.
This session meets the requirements for 1hr SERV Safe and 2 hr. additional health.

CPR/First Aid Adult & Pediatric Tuesday August 25 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
2026-08-25 18:00 - 21:00 | NSU-CFN, 1800 Warrington Place, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States

B-7b Understanding Documentation Using TS GOLD (Smart Teach) (CDA 7) (ADM 3) Tuesday, August 25 00 pm – 9:00 pm
2026-08-25 18:00 - 21:00 | NSU-CFN, 1800 Warrington Place, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
B-7b Understanding Documentation Using TS GOLD (Smart Teach) (CDA 7) (ADM 3)
Learn what to document according to the smart teach objectives. Recognize where and when to identify skills mastery and the many ways to capture documentation electronically and by using shorthand and taking anecdotal notes. This will be a hands-on session, and each attendee will need their TS GOLD log-in information.

CPR/First Aid Adult & Pediatric Wednesday, September 9 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
2026-09-09 18:00 - 21:00 | NSU Cenla Campus, England Airpark, 1410 Neel Kearby Blvd., Alexandria, LA, 71303, United States

K-5j CLASSroom Organization (ADM 1) Thursday September 10 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
2026-09-10 18:00 - 21:00 | NSU Webinar, 1800 Warrington Place, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
K-5j CLASSroom Organization (ADM 1)
Learn CLASS strategies to manage instructional time and routines in a preschool environment.

B-1c Learning About Food (CDA 1) Tuesday, September 15 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
2026-09-15 18:00 - 21:00 | NSU Webinar, 1800 Warrington Place, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
B-1c Learning About Food (CDA 1)
Learn how to incorporate nutrition into your curriculum with hands-on activities.
Learn to provide a sanitary and safe food service avoiding food-borne illnesses. Identify
ways to help children form healthy attitudes about food.
This session meets the requirements for 1hr SERV Safe and 2 hr. additional health.

E-3h Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) (CDA 3) Tuesday, September 15 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
2026-09-15 18:00 - 21:00 | NSU-CFN, 1800 Warrington Place, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
E-3h Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) (CDA 3)
This module will cover evidence-based strategies that can prevent ACEs by supporting individuals, families, and communities. Early Childhood Educators will also have opportunities to engage with strategies that build resilience in the classroom.

I-6b Caring for the Caregiver (CDA 6) (ADM 6) Monday, September 21 6 :00 pm – 9:00 pm
2026-09-21 18:00 - 21:00 | NSU Webinar, 1800 Warrington Place, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
I-6b Caring for the Caregiver (CDA 6) (ADM 6)
Our most precious gift to children is ourselves. Use this practical guide for discerning personal needs/wants and
how to meet them.

I-6b *HEALTH* Caring for the Caregiver (CDA 6) (ADM 6) Monday, September 21 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
2026-09-21 18:00 - 21:00 | NSU Webinar, 1800 Warrington Place, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
I-6b *HEALTH* Caring for the Caregiver (CDA 6) (ADM 6)
Our most precious gift to children is ourselves. Use this practical guide for discerning personal needs/wants and how to meet them.
Register in this class to receive a Health certificate

I-6a Do the Right Thing: Ethics and Professionalism in Child Care (CDA 6) (ADM 5) Tuesday: September 22 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
2026-09-22 18:00 - 21:00 | NSU Webinar, 1800 Warrington Place, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
I-6a Do the Right Thing: Ethics and Professionalism in Child Care (CDA 6) (ADM 5)
This training helps early childhood educators understand stress and learn practical strategies for managing it in
their personal and professional lives.

E-8h Understanding Temperament (CDA 8) Saturday, September 26 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
2026-09-26 09:00 - 12:00 | NSU-CFN, 1800 Warrington Place, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
E-8h Understanding Temperament (CDA 8)
Principles of child development and learning steps to advance children’s physical and intellectual development.
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B-4b Focusing on Families (CDA 4) Saturday, September 26 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
2026-09-26 13:00 - 16:00 | NSU-CFN, 1800 Warrington Place, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
NOTE: This is an afternoon session
B-4b Focusing on Families (CDA 4)
This training provides an understanding of the role of culture in parenting.

I-2e Super Science Fun! (CDA 2) Tuesday, September 29 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
2026-09-29 18:00 - 21:00 | NSU-CFN, 1800 Warrington Place, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
I-2e Super Science Fun!
Science helps young children explore and understand the world. Discover fun, simple, and
inexpensive activities to bring science to life in your classroom!

B-1d *HEALTH: Medication Administration (CDA 1) (ADM 1) Tuesday, September 29 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
2026-09-29 18:00 - 21:00 | NSU-CFN, 1800 Warrington Place, Shreveport, LA, 71101, United States
B-1d *HEALTH: Medication Administration (CDA 1) (ADM 1)
This session meets the medication and health training requirements, including the use of EpiPens.
