Join us for this workshop on Desired Results Developmental Profile. DRDP is a quality improvement system that ensures children are receiving the care they need to thrive. Created by the California Department of Education, the DRDP provides guidelines for teachers to observe, document, and reflect on children’s early learning. Furthermore, this training will support child care providers in having a better understanding of how to plan a curriculum around individual and group needs. The goals of this workshop are to make sure children are personally and socially competent. Above all, children are effective learners, have physical and motor competence, and are safe and healthy.

Meaningful Observations: Sat, Oct 19 | 8:30 am – 4 pm

This CPR & First Aid Training course meets the California State regulations for child care providers. You will practice life-saving mouth-to-mouth resuscitation and care for choking on manikins. First Aid teaches injury prevention and how to respond to emergencies and accidents. This class covers age birth to adult, though emphasis is placed on pediatric ages cared for in child care programs. This is a two-year certification.

CPR/First Aide is not the Preventative Health class. CPR/First Aid must be taken every two years required for licensing.

To receive a $70 partial scholarship, please use this discount code (CDH-CPR-2019) while checking out. Thanks to the Bayer Corp., we offer full scholarships to Berkeley child care providers for CPR & First Aid classes. We also offer discounted tuition when you enroll in both the CPR & First Aid and Preventive Health classes at the same time. Before you register, please call 510-658-7353 for the Online Discount Code. For online registration, visit www.bananasbunch.org

Important Information: Please read the instructions carefully before you register.
You can either register online or come in person to BANANAS and a staff member will help you register. (Make checks or money orders payable to BANANAS). Do not mail it.
Register early. No cash payments. You will receive a confirmation of your registration.
There are NO REFUNDS.
The fee for the courses covers the cost of books, CPR & First Aid Certificates, and EMSA stickers.
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to class to allow ample time for registration. NO LATE ARRIVALS WILL BE ADMITTED.
No infants or children are allowed to accompany participants.
Wear comfortable clothes and bare lips. You will be practicing CPR on the floor and sharing mannequins.
There will be a working lunch. Please bring your own lunch.
You may be eligible for a scholarship. You must pay for the course and then apply for the scholarship after successfully completing it. Scholarship applications will be available from the instructor the day of the class.
If you live or work in Berkeley, we offer scholarships year-round thanks to funding from the Bayer Corporation. To receive the scholarship call us for the coupon code. You will be asked to verify your home or work address.
These classes are offered on different dates in Spanish and Chinese.

This workshop will support participants in understanding their own experiences with trauma and how this can impact their current practice and work with children. Reviewing ACES Scores and the ACES study, staff will have a chance to review their own score privately and explore how their own histories with trauma may impact how they respond to children and families in their care who are experiencing traumatic stress. Participants will learn about compassion fatigue and the importance of self-care and begin to explore strategies to support yourself in working with high needs children and families.

Are you thinking of opening your own family child care business? If so, these free events are just for you! Join us to talk about how to become a licensed provider. BANANAS is here to offer support at every step. This is a great chance to meet with an expert who can answer your questions and offer information to get you started. Note:​ To get a family child care license, you have to go to a Community Care Licensing (CCL) orientation. Be sure to pre-register and pre-pay the $25 fee to attend by calling CCL at 510-622-2602 or going to www.ccld.ca.gov

Join us for this workshop on Desired Results Developmental Profile. DRDP is a quality improvement system that ensures children are receiving the care they need to thrive. Created by the California Department of Education, the DRDP provides guidelines for teachers to observe, document, and reflect on children’s early learning. Furthermore, this training will support child care providers in having a better understanding of how to plan a curriculum around individual and group needs. The goals of this workshop are to make sure children are personally and socially competent. Above all, children are effective learners, have physical and motor competence, and are safe and healthy.

Note: Attending a DRDP 2015 class is a pre-requisite for attending this workshop on Planning with Data. Click here to RSVP for DRDP 2015 class.

Taught by Maya Gonzalez, an award-winning children’s book artist, author, activist, and progressive educator, this workshop provides vital steps to take in order to bring supportive change through using books and hands-on educational materials for participants to learn how to create a gender-inclusive classroom environment. We will also look at language and what is important to consider when discussing gender inclusivity, explore the impact of oppositional thinking and the benefits of expansive thinking. The participants will leave with an understanding of how the impact of historical suppression of individuals and nature is reflected in our current teaching for gender inclusivity.

This workshop will support participants in understanding their own experiences with trauma and how this can impact their current practice and work with children. Reviewing ACES Scores and the ACES study, staff will have a chance to review their own score privately and explore how their own histories with trauma may impact how they respond to children and families in their care who are experiencing traumatic stress. Participants will learn about compassion fatigue and the importance of self-care and begin to explore strategies to support yourself in working with high needs children and families.

The new tax law, Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) provides special tax breaks, including tax deductions for travel, capital purchases, supplies, children’s meals, etc. As a child care provider, it is important to know how these significant changes may impact you. Investment Advisor Representative Edmund Ip will discuss the new rules and how they may affect you. This workshop will offer an opportunity to ask questions and gain confidence in managing your finances and preparing your taxes. This workshop will benefit child care providers and anyone who pays taxes. You are welcome to bring a friend.

This CPR & First Aid Training course meets the California State regulations for child care providers. You will practice life-saving mouth-to-mouth resuscitation and care for choking on manikins. First Aid teaches injury prevention and how to respond to emergencies and accidents. This class covers age birth to adult, though emphasis is placed on pediatric ages cared for in child care programs. This is a two-year certification.

CPR/First Aide is not the Preventative Health class. CPR/First Aid must be taken every two years required for licensing.

To receive a $70 partial scholarship, please use this discount code (CDH-CPR-2019) while checking out. Thanks to the Bayer Corp., we offer full scholarships to Berkeley child care providers for CPR & First Aid classes. We also offer discounted tuition when you enroll in both the CPR & First Aid and Preventive Health classes at the same time. Before you register, please call 510-658-7353 for the Online Discount Code. For online registration, visit www.bananasbunch.org

Important Information: Please read the instructions carefully before you register.

You can either register online or come in person to BANANAS and a staff member will help you register. (Make checks or money orders payable to BANANAS). Do not mail it.
Register early. No cash payments. You will receive a confirmation of your registration.
There are NO REFUNDS.
The fee for the courses covers the cost of books, CPR & First Aid Certificates, and EMSA stickers.
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to class to allow ample time for registration. NO LATE ARRIVALS WILL BE ADMITTED.
No infants or children are allowed to accompany participants.
Wear comfortable clothes and bare lips. You will be practicing CPR on the floor and sharing mannequins.
There will be a working lunch. Please bring your own lunch.
You may be eligible for a scholarship. You must pay for the course and then apply for the scholarship after successfully completing it. Scholarship applications will be available from the instructor the day of the class.
If you live or work in Berkeley, we offer scholarships year-round thanks to funding from the Bayer Corporation. To receive the scholarship call us for the coupon code. You will be asked to verify your home or work address.
These classes are offered on different dates in Spanish and Chinese.

Taught by Maya Gonzalez, an award-winning children’s book artist, author, activist, and progressive educator, this workshop provides vital steps to take in order to bring supportive change through using books and hands-on educational materials for participants to learn how to create a gender-inclusive classroom environment. We will also look at language and what is important to consider when discussing gender inclusivity, explore the impact of oppositional thinking and the benefits of expansive thinking. The participants will leave with an understanding of how the impact of historical suppression of individuals and nature is reflected in our current teaching for gender inclusivity.

We invite those of you who have attended the Preventing Compassion Fatigue class to come to this follow-up session. You will have a chance to talk about your own experiences and ask questions that you have after the trainings. During this session we will review the information discussed during the trainings, share more information on how to access your own experience with trauma, discuss personal stories and answer your questions to help you better serve children and families in your care.

Socialización es una habilidad importante que todos los niños deben aprender de su proveedor infantil. Informa el concepto del niño/a de “yo” y “otros” y formas de comportarse para obtener lo que quieren o lo que necesitan en un modo socialmente aceptable. Este desarrollo sucede mejor en un ambiente social positivo, lleno de paciencia y esfuerzos activos de animar a los niños a cooperar. Una técnica específica que crea este resultado se llama Orientación Positiva. Nuestro curso se enfocará en métodos de socializar niños de una manera productiva y beneficiosa para proveedores de cuidado infantil hogareño Los temas incluyen enfoque de control enseñando vs. Enfoque de orientación, que actitud y percepción sobre los niños debe estar en su lugar para transición para el formato de orientación positiva, factores que afectan nuestra capacidad para interactuar con los niños en una manera positiva y estrategias para la enseñar orientación positiva en un ambiente de cuidado.

BANANAS is closed in observance of Veteran’s Day.

At this informative workshop, we will introduce you to the Five Protective Factors created by The National Alliance of Children’s Trust and Prevention Funds. These factors consist of suggestions and resources families can utilize in times of need, which provide stability and support. This workshop will give participants an opportunity to create safe and healthy environments, learn new tips on how to improve communication with families, and further children’s social-emotional development. Join us to discuss coping strategies, ways to work with families from a strength-based approach, and more.

Note: This introduction is the important foundation for all other trainings on Five Protective Factors that will be offered during Winter and Spring 2020.

RCP y Primeros Auxilios es el curso que cumple con las regulaciones del Estado de California para los proveedores de cuidado infantil. Se realizarán prácticas de reanimación boca a boca para salvar vidas y atender a atragantarse con maniquíes. Primeros Auxilios enseña la prevención de lesiones y la forma de responder a las emergencias y accidentes. Esta clase cubre desde nacimiento a edad adulta, aunque el enfoque es en las edades pediátricas atendidas en programas de cuidado infantil. Esta certificación es de dos años.

Para recibir una beca parcial de $70, use este código de descuento (CDH-CPR-2019) mientras realiza el pago. Las becas son limitadas y es una por persona. Solo puede comprar un boleto y recibir una beca para usted. Estas becas son limitadas y son por orden de inscripción. Para todos los proveedores de cuidado infantil que viven o trabajan en Berkeley, tenemos una cantidad limitada disponible de becas completas. Por favor llámenos al 510-658-7353 para recibir el código de descuento.

BANANAS ofrece un precio de descuento de $135 para los proveedores que se inscriben en los módulos que son Primeros Auxilios y RCP, y Salud Preventiva `al mismo tiempo. Si desea inscribirse en ambas clases, llámenos para obtener el código de descuento.

RCP / primeros auxilios no es la clase de salud preventiva. La RCP / primeros auxilios debe tomarse cada dos años para obtener la licencia.

Nota: No hay reembolsos para las clases de salud y seguridad.

Información Importante: Por favor, lea las instrucciones cuidadosamente antes de registrarse.  

• Puede inscribirse por internet en bananasbunch.org o venir en persona a registrarse a BANANAS. (Haga los cheques o giros postales a nombre de BANANAS). Por favor, NO ENVIE POR CORREO.
• NO HAY REEMBOLSOS.
• No se puede pagar en efectivo. Inscribase temprano. Usted recibirá una confirmación de su inscripción.
• El costo de los cursos cubre el costo de los libros, los certificados de RCP y Primeros Auxilios, y las engomadas de EMSA.
• Por favor llegue 15 minutos antes de la clase para permitir tiempo suficiente para el registro. SI LLEGA TARDE NO SERÁ ADMITIDO.
• Bebés o niños no se les permite acompañar a los participantes.
• Use ropa cómoda. Va estar practicando RCP en el suelo.
• Habrá un almuerzo de trabajo. Por favor traiga su propio almuerzo
• Usted puede ser elegible para una beca. Debe pagar por el curso y solicitar la beca después de exitosamente completarlo. Las solicitudes de becas estarán disponibles el día de la clase con el instructor.
• Si usted vive o trabaja en Berkeley, ofrecemos becas todo el año gracias a la financiación de la Corporación Bayer. Para recibir la beca llámenos para darle el codigo de descuento. Se le pedirá que verifique su dirección de casa o de trabajo.
• Estas clases se ofrecen en diferentes fechas en otros idiomas.

This eight-hour course is offered in English and includes information on Preventive Health, including immunizations, seat belt safety, preventing infections and injuries, food safety, asthma, sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), shaken baby syndrome (SBS), and recognizing and reporting child abuse. When combined with the CPR & First Aid class, it meets the state licensing requirement of 16 hours to operate a child care program.

Preventative Health is not the CPR/First Aid class. Preventative Health is a one time class required for licensing.

To receive a $40 partial scholarship, please use this discount code (CDH-PH-2019) while checking out. Scholarships are limited to one per person. You can only purchase a ticket with a scholarship for yourself.

BANANAS offers a discounted price of $135 for providers who enroll in both the CPR First Aid & Preventive Health modules at the same time. Before you register, please call 510-658-7353 for the Online Discount Code.

Important Information: Please read the instructions carefully before you register.

• You can either register online or come in person to BANANAS and a staff member will help you register. Do not mail it. (Make checks or money orders payable to BANANAS). Register early. No cash payments. You will receive a confirmation of your registration.
• There are NO REFUNDS.
• Please arrive 15 minutes prior to class to allow ample time for registration. NO LATE ARRIVALS WILL BE ADMITTED.
• No infants or children are allowed to accompany participants.
• Wear comfortable clothes.
• There will be a working lunch. Please bring your own lunch.
• These classes are offered on different dates in Spanish and Chinese.

BANANAS is closed in observance of Thanksgiving Day.

BANANAS is closed in observance of Thanksgiving Day.

This CPR & First Aid Training course meets the California State regulations for child care providers. You will practice life-saving mouth-to-mouth resuscitation and care for choking on manikins. First Aid teaches injury prevention and how to respond to emergencies and accidents. This class covers age birth to adult, though emphasis is placed on pediatric ages cared for in child care programs. This is a two-year certification.

CPR/First Aide is not the Preventative Health class. CPR/First Aid must be taken every two years required for licensing.

To receive a $70 partial scholarship, please use this discount code (CDH-CPR-2019) while checking out. Thanks to the Bayer Corp., we offer full scholarships to Berkeley child care providers for CPR & First Aid classes. We also offer discounted tuition when you enroll in both the CPR & First Aid and Preventive Health classes at the same time. Before you register, please call 510-658-7353 for the Online Discount Code. For online registration, visit www.bananasbunch.org

Important Information: Please read the instructions carefully before you register.

You can either register online or come in person to BANANAS and a staff member will help you register. (Make checks or money orders payable to BANANAS). Do not mail it.
Register early. No cash payments. You will receive a confirmation of your registration.
There are NO REFUNDS.
The fee for the courses covers the cost of books, CPR & First Aid Certificates, and EMSA stickers.
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to class to allow ample time for registration. NO LATE ARRIVALS WILL BE ADMITTED.
No infants or children are allowed to accompany participants.
Wear comfortable clothes and bare lips. You will be practicing CPR on the floor and sharing mannequins.
There will be a working lunch. Please bring your own lunch.
You may be eligible for a scholarship. You must pay for the course and then apply for the scholarship after successfully completing it. Scholarship applications will be available from the instructor the day of the class.
If you live or work in Berkeley, we offer scholarships year-round thanks to funding from the Bayer Corporation. To receive the scholarship call us for the coupon code. You will be asked to verify your home or work address.
These classes are offered on different dates in Spanish and Chinese.

There are many benefits to working with children, but a living wage with ample funds for retirement is often not one of them! Join us for this important workshop to look at how to move towards retirement and receive social security benefits with your current situation. Investment Advisor Representative Edmund Ip will share overall information and specific tips so that you can plan for and be ready for retirement. This workshop is geared towards child care professionals and anyone who can benefit from this information. You are welcome to bring a friend.

BANANAS open from 9:30 am – 1 pm only on this day in observance of holiday.

BANANAS open from 9:30 am – 1 pm only on this day in observance of holiday.

BANANAS is closed for Christmas.

BANANAS is closed for winter holidays.

BANANAS open from 9:30 am – 1 pm only on this day in observance of holiday.

BANANAS open from 9:30 am – 1 pm only on this day in observance of holiday.