ECELS arranges workshops on a fee-for-service basis. The fee is due when an ECELS staff member confirms that the workshop can be arranged. Contact ECELS by email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by phone at 484-446-3003 for more information.(ECERS: Personal Care Routines, Activities, Program Structure. K7 C2- 79). 2 hours credit. Updated 2/20.
Professional Development / Training
Obesity (What Adults Can Do to Reduce Childhood Obesity) Workshop
This workshop addresses national and state initiatives to reduce obesity among children in group care. It includes nutritional needs of infants, toddlers, preschool and school age children. Participants learn how to adjust portion sizes, and evaluate food and nutrition labeling. The discussion includes comparing the standards for physical activity and limitation of sedentary activities with current practices. The participants learn how to use research about how children acquire attitudes about food and physical activity. They identify nutrition education opportunities at mealtimes, snacks, holidays and birthdays.