2023 WEBINAR SERIES SCHEDULE:
Webinars are FREE for First3Years members, and non-members can register for a webinar for $15. Student price: $5. Contact info@first3yearstx.org for a discount code.
Each webinar is broadcast live in Central Standard Time.
1 Hour of Continuing Education (SW, LPC, CPE)
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The Brain Before Birth: Understanding Prenatal Neuro Development
Wednesday April 5 | 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Tuesday April 11 | 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Laying the foundation of infant mental health begins during gestation. This training will discuss the brain formation during the gestational period, and the impact of mothers emational and physical state on the prenatal environment. As professionals, it is important to know how we can support pregnant parents to support in utero healthy development and give children the very best start.
Competencies:
Pregnancy & Early Parenthood | Infant/ Young Child Development & Behavior | Family Relationships & Dynamics
WEBINARS PRESENTED BY:
Cynthia Rendon | Professional & Parent Education Specialist
Cynthia brings her passion and expertise in maternal & infant health to her current position as First3Years’ Bilingual Professional & Parent Education Specialist. She has over 6 years of experience in nonprofit organizations advocating for vulnerable and marginalized communities such as pregnant women and their infants and immigrant populations. This led her to pursue a career in social work with a focus on infant mental health. She is currently working on her Master of Social Work from Texas A&M-Commerce, with an expected graduation date of August 2023
Webinars are broadcast through Zoom. Please download the application from Zoom for your desktop OR download from your App Store for your phone PRIOR to attending the webinar.
PLEASE NOTE: Per CEU standards, you must attend at least 50 minutes of the trainings to gain access to your CEU certificate.
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Because of our generous Fill The Think Tank donors, the professional development department has scholarship funds set aside to support professionals in attaining a First3Years Membership, attending a conference, and/or covering Endorsement application fees for the Infant Family Associate and the Infant Family Specialist category. If you desire to partake in any of these endeavors but are encountering barriers, please email Jyrah Knight at jknight@first3yearstx.org to discuss options. We look forward to having you.