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February 2012 printable calendar of HSCMD sponsored training
 
*These are MANDATORY for all Healthy Start Coalition providers.
 
Wednesday, February 01, 2012
  Mama, Papa y Yo - Touchpoints Grupo de Apoyo - Infantes - Area Central (SPA) - Disciplina
Healthy Start Coalition of Miami-Dade
9:00 AM

Este es un grupo para las nuevas madres y sus bebés (nacimiento hasta 12 meses). Aqui van a aprender y compartir con otras madres. Se discutiran varios temas y tópicos educativos sobre la crianza de bebes.   Cada grupo comenzará con la discusión de un tópico seguido por un tiempo para que las madres hagan preguntas y se ayuden unas a otras en el camino de la crianza de su bebé.   Los temas incluyen: Masaje, Vinculación y Apego,  Calmando a su Bebé y mucho más. 

 

 
 

 
Tuesday, February 07, 2012
  Creating a Breastfeeding-Friendly Community - Free CEU Webinar
Webinar
10:00 AM

This session provides an overview of successful strategies utilized throughout the country to create a breastfeeding-friendly community.  Factors that impact breastfeeding duration rates, use of social marketing, principles behind USDA campaign, and other strategies will be explored.

At the conclusion of this program, participants will be able to:

  • Identify at least 3 significant breastfeeding initiatives on national level
  • Name two characteristics of the social marketing approach
  • Name at least 2 evidence-based interventions to address common barriers to breastfeeding

This program has been approved for 1 CEU by Miami-Dade AHEC.  Miami-Dade AHEC is an approved provider (Provider #50-1349) by the following Florida Boards:

  • Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling (LCSW, LMFT, LMHC),
  • Florida Board of Psychology (PY),
  • Florida Board of Nursing (LPN, RN, ARNP),
  • Florida Council of Dietetics and Nutrition (NC, LD, RD) and
  • National Commission for Health Category 1 (NCHEC #MEP2904).

Certificates of attendance will be provided to Certified Lactation Counselors (CLCs) as proof of continuing education hours. Note: These hours are valid towards recertification for CLCs only, not for Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs).

 

 
Saturday, February 11, 2012
  Mommy, Daddy and Me - Toddlers - Central Area (ENG) - Games to Play with Toddlers
Healthy Start Coalition of Miami-Dade
9:00 AM
These groups are for mothers, fathers and toddlers (1 and 2 years of age). Different topics are discussed every month. The parents chose the topic.
 

 
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
  Mommy, Daddy and Me Touchpoints Support Group - Infants - Central Area (ENG) - Keeping Life Balanced with a Baby
Healthy Start Coalition of Miami-Dade
10:00 AM

This is a group for new moms and babies (birth to 12 months) to gather for support and to learn about various parenting topics.  Each group will begin with discussion of a topic followed by time for parents to ask questions and support each other in parenting a new baby.  Topics discussed include: Infant Massage, Bonding & Attachment, Calming Your Baby and many more. 

 

 

 
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
  Childbirth/Parenting Classes (ENG) - Class 6 of 6
Healthy Start Coalition of Miami-Dade
6:00 PM

Free! Childbirth education classes for the family

This is a series of 6 classes that will help parents prepare for the birth of their baby. These classes are free and in English. In these classes, parents will learn about the following topics, among other things:

* Breathing   * Postpartum Care   * Baby Care
* Relaxation  * Breastfeeding       * Family Planning

It would be best for parents to attend all 6 classes to receive the most complete information. In each class, new and different topics are discussed. If parents cannot attend all classes, they should at least try to attend some of them.
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Remember these classes will be in English only! For more information, please call Grechel Lopez-Hidalgo at (305) 541-0210. Refreshments and snacks will be served.

 

MARCH 2012
 
Monday, March 05, 2012
  Lactation Counselor Certificate Training Program - Day 1 of 5
Healthy Start Coalition of Miami-Dade
8:15 AM

This training is open to professionals in the field of Maternal, Infant, and Child Health.  Prior experience in breastfeeding education is strongly recommended.

This 5-day, 45 hour comprehensive breastfeeding management course includes practical skills, theoretical foundations, strategies and tips for the management of breastfeeding in the hospital, public health setting, and the community within a context of counseling the mother.  Course content is guided by the Standards of Practice for Lactation Consultants developed by the International Lactation Consultant Association and the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners.  Successful completion results in the award of a certificate (C.L.C.). 

This course includes 5 days of classroom training.  In addition, 6 hours of assignments must be completed during lunchtime, or after class during the week. 

The Pocket Guide for Lactation Management by Karin Cadwell and Cindy Turner-Maffei will be provided to all attendees and will be utilized for both class assignments and homework. 

 

Attendance at all 5 days of this training is mandatory. 

 

 
Tuesday, March 06, 2012
  Lactation Counselor Certificate Training Program - Day 2 of 5
Healthy Start Coalition of Miami-Dade
8:15 AM

This training is open to professionals in the field of Maternal, Infant, and Child Health.  Prior experience in breastfeeding education is strongly recommended.

This 5-day, 45 hour comprehensive breastfeeding management course includes practical skills, theoretical foundations, strategies and tips for the management of breastfeeding in the hospital, public health setting, and the community within a context of counseling the mother.  Course content is guided by the Standards of Practice for Lactation Consultants developed by the International Lactation Consultant Association and the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners.  Successful completion results in the award of a certificate (C.L.C.). 

This course includes 5 days of classroom training.  In addition, 6 hours of assignments must be completed during lunchtime, or after class during the week. 

The Pocket Guide for Lactation Management by Karin Cadwell and Cindy Turner-Maffei will be provided to all attendees and will be utilized for both class assignments and homework. 

 

Attendance at all 5 days of this training is mandatory. 

 

 
Wednesday, March 07, 2012
  Lactation Counselor Certificate Training Program - Day 3 of 5
Healthy Start Coalition of Miami-Dade
8:15 AM

This training is open to professionals in the field of Maternal, Infant, and Child Health.  Prior experience in breastfeeding education is strongly recommended.

This 5-day, 45 hour comprehensive breastfeeding management course includes practical skills, theoretical foundations, strategies and tips for the management of breastfeeding in the hospital, public health setting, and the community within a context of counseling the mother.  Course content is guided by the Standards of Practice for Lactation Consultants developed by the International Lactation Consultant Association and the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners.  Successful completion results in the award of a certificate (C.L.C.). 

This course includes 5 days of classroom training.  In addition, 6 hours of assignments must be completed during lunchtime, or after class during the week. 

The Pocket Guide for Lactation Management by Karin Cadwell and Cindy Turner-Maffei will be provided to all attendees and will be utilized for both class assignments and homework. 

 

Attendance at all 5 days of this training is mandatory. 

 

 
Thursday, March 08, 2012
  Lactation Counselor Certificate Training Program - Day 4 of 5
Healthy Start Coalition of Miami-Dade
8:15 AM

This training is open to professionals in the field of Maternal, Infant, and Child Health.  Prior experience in breastfeeding education is strongly recommended.

This 5-day, 45 hour comprehensive breastfeeding management course includes practical skills, theoretical foundations, strategies and tips for the management of breastfeeding in the hospital, public health setting, and the community within a context of counseling the mother.  Course content is guided by the Standards of Practice for Lactation Consultants developed by the International Lactation Consultant Association and the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners.  Successful completion results in the award of a certificate (C.L.C.). 

This course includes 5 days of classroom training.  In addition, 6 hours of assignments must be completed during lunchtime, or after class during the week. 

The Pocket Guide for Lactation Management by Karin Cadwell and Cindy Turner-Maffei will be provided to all attendees and will be utilized for both class assignments and homework. 

 

Attendance at all 5 days of this training is mandatory. 

 

 
Friday, March 09, 2012
  Lactation Counselor Certificate Training Program - Day 5 of 5 and Final Exam
Healthy Start Coalition of Miami-Dade
8:15 AM

This training is open to professionals in the field of Maternal, Infant, and Child Health.  Prior experience in breastfeeding education is strongly recommended.

This 5-day, 45 hour comprehensive breastfeeding management course includes practical skills, theoretical foundations, strategies and tips for the management of breastfeeding in the hospital, public health setting, and the community within a context of counseling the mother.  Course content is guided by the Standards of Practice for Lactation Consultants developed by the International Lactation Consultant Association and the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners.  Successful completion results in the award of a certificate (C.L.C.). 

This course includes 5 days of classroom training.  In addition, 6 hours of assignments must be completed during lunchtime, or after class during the week. 

The Pocket Guide for Lactation Management by Karin Cadwell and Cindy Turner-Maffei will be provided to all attendees and will be utilized for both class assignments and homework. 

 

Attendance at all 5 days of this training is mandatory. 

 

  * Systems Information Group (SIG) Calls - Mandatory for HSCMD Contracted Providers
Teleconference
10:00 AM

These statewide teleconferences take place the second Friday of every month. Attendance is mandatory for Healthy Start Contracted Provider Program Managers, as important issues are discussed that affect all organizations. These meetings are short and are followed by the monthly Health Management System (HMS) meetings.

Call-In number is (888) 808-6959 / Access Code is 7538520.

 

 
Tuesday, March 13, 2012
  Infant Maternal and Reproductive Health (IMRH) Meet-Me Conference Call - Mandatory for Healthy Start Contracted Providers
Teleconference
10:00 AM

Infant Maternal and Reproductive Health (IMRH) Meet-Me Conference Calls. These are facilitated by the Florida Department of Health. Different topics are discussed every time. Every Contracted Provider should participate by having at least one staff member listen in. No need to register, just call.

Toll Free Dial-In Number: (888) 808-6959

Conference Code: 2452962

 

 
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
  * Maternal Infant and Child Health (MICH) Provider Committee Meeting - Mandatory for HSCMD Contracted Providers
Healthy Start Coalition of Miami-Dade
9:30 AM
This is a MANDATORY meeting for Healthy Start and HealthConnect in the Early Years Contracted Providers. You must RSVP by registering every single staff member who will attend this meeting.
 

APRIL 2012
 
Friday, April 13, 2012
  * Systems Information Group (SIG) Calls - Mandatory for HSCMD Contracted Providers
Teleconference
10:00 AM

These statewide teleconferences take place the second Friday of every month. Attendance is mandatory for Healthy Start Contracted Provider Program Managers, as important issues are discussed that affect all organizations. These meetings are short and are followed by the monthly Health Management System (HMS) meetings.

Call-In number is (888) 808-6959 / Access Code is 7538520.

 

MAY 2012
 
Friday, May 11, 2012
  * Systems Information Group (SIG) Calls - Mandatory for HSCMD Contracted Providers
Teleconference
10:00 AM

These statewide teleconferences take place the second Friday of every month. Attendance is mandatory for Healthy Start Contracted Provider Program Managers, as important issues are discussed that affect all organizations. These meetings are short and are followed by the monthly Health Management System (HMS) meetings.

Call-In number is (888) 808-6959 / Access Code is 7538520.

 

 
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
  * Maternal Infant and Child Health (MICH) Provider Committee Meeting - Mandatory for HSCMD Contracted Providers
Healthy Start Coalition of Miami-Dade
9:30 AM
This is a MANDATORY meeting for Healthy Start and HealthConnect in the Early Years Contracted Providers. You must RSVP by registering every single staff member who will attend this meeting.
 

JUNE 2012
 
Friday, June 08, 2012
  * Systems Information Group (SIG) Calls - Mandatory for HSCMD Contracted Providers
Teleconference
10:00 AM

These statewide teleconferences take place the second Friday of every month. Attendance is mandatory for Healthy Start Contracted Provider Program Managers, as important issues are discussed that affect all organizations. These meetings are short and are followed by the monthly Health Management System (HMS) meetings.

Call-In number is (888) 808-6959 / Access Code is 7538520.

 

JULY 2012
 
Friday, July 13, 2012
  * Systems Information Group (SIG) Calls - Mandatory for HSCMD Contracted Providers
Teleconference
10:00 AM

These statewide teleconferences take place the second Friday of every month. Attendance is mandatory for Healthy Start Contracted Provider Program Managers, as important issues are discussed that affect all organizations. These meetings are short and are followed by the monthly Health Management System (HMS) meetings.

Call-In number is (888) 808-6959 / Access Code is 7538520.

 

 
Tuesday, July 24, 2012
  * Maternal Infant and Child Health (MICH) Provider Committee Meeting - Mandatory for HSCMD Contracted Providers
Healthy Start Coalition of Miami-Dade
9:30 AM
This is a MANDATORY meeting for Healthy Start and HealthConnect in the Early Years Contracted Providers. You must RSVP by registering every single staff member who will attend this meeting.
 

AUGUST 2012
 
Friday, August 10, 2012
  * Systems Information Group (SIG) Calls - Mandatory for HSCMD Contracted Providers
Teleconference
10:00 AM

These statewide teleconferences take place the second Friday of every month. Attendance is mandatory for Healthy Start Contracted Provider Program Managers, as important issues are discussed that affect all organizations. These meetings are short and are followed by the monthly Health Management System (HMS) meetings.

Call-In number is (888) 808-6959 / Access Code is 7538520.

 

SEPTEMBER 2012
 
Friday, September 14, 2012
  * Systems Information Group (SIG) Calls - Mandatory for HSCMD Contracted Providers
Teleconference
10:00 AM

These statewide teleconferences take place the second Friday of every month. Attendance is mandatory for Healthy Start Contracted Provider Program Managers, as important issues are discussed that affect all organizations. These meetings are short and are followed by the monthly Health Management System (HMS) meetings.

Call-In number is (888) 808-6959 / Access Code is 7538520.

 

 
Tuesday, September 25, 2012
  * Maternal Infant and Child Health (MICH) Provider Committee Meeting - Mandatory for HSCMD Contracted Providers
Healthy Start Coalition of Miami-Dade
9:30 AM
This is a MANDATORY meeting for Healthy Start and HealthConnect in the Early Years Contracted Providers. You must RSVP by registering every single staff member who will attend this meeting.
 

OCTOBER 2012
 
Friday, October 12, 2012
  * Systems Information Group (SIG) Calls - Mandatory for HSCMD Contracted Providers
Teleconference
10:00 AM

These statewide teleconferences take place the second Friday of every month. Attendance is mandatory for Healthy Start Contracted Provider Program Managers, as important issues are discussed that affect all organizations. These meetings are short and are followed by the monthly Health Management System (HMS) meetings.

Call-In number is (888) 808-6959 / Access Code is 7538520.

 

NOVEMBER 2012
 
Friday, November 09, 2012
  * Systems Information Group (SIG) Calls - Mandatory for HSCMD Contracted Providers
Teleconference
10:00 AM

These statewide teleconferences take place the second Friday of every month. Attendance is mandatory for Healthy Start Contracted Provider Program Managers, as important issues are discussed that affect all organizations. These meetings are short and are followed by the monthly Health Management System (HMS) meetings.

Call-In number is (888) 808-6959 / Access Code is 7538520.

 

 
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
  * Maternal Infant and Child Health (MICH) Provider Committee Meeting - Mandatory for HSCMD Contracted Providers
Healthy Start Coalition of Miami-Dade
9:30 AM
This is a MANDATORY meeting for Healthy Start and HealthConnect in the Early Years Contracted Providers. You must RSVP by registering every single staff member who will attend this meeting.
 

DECEMBER 2012
 
Friday, December 14, 2012
  * Systems Information Group (SIG) Calls - Mandatory for HSCMD Contracted Providers
Teleconference
10:00 AM

These statewide teleconferences take place the second Friday of every month. Attendance is mandatory for Healthy Start Contracted Provider Program Managers, as important issues are discussed that affect all organizations. These meetings are short and are followed by the monthly Health Management System (HMS) meetings.

Call-In number is (888) 808-6959 / Access Code is 7538520.

 

 
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