Separation anxiety is hard on children as well as the adults in their lives. Don't Go! Taking the Anxiety Out of Separation will help define what separation anxiety is and review what it looks like in infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. This online training will review some ideas to help with the separation and support the families in the process. 

1.3  Encourages children's development of social and emotional skills 
1.3 a. Understands and accepts children’s age-appropriate emotional responses (i.e., crying, tantrums) 

1.3 d. Creates an environment and daily schedule that encourages trust and social interaction with other children and adults

1.4  Helps children achieve self-regulation and develop coping skills
1.4 e. Creates an environment and provides strategies that help children:
-Manage strong emotions and calm themselves
-Focus their attention to remain actively engaged with activities and materials
-Read the signals of the environment to learn how to respond appropriately
-Cope with fear, anger, and frustration
-Use language to share their needs
-Consider the needs of others
-Use problem-solving and conflict resolution strategies

4.1 Develops and models genuine, supportive relationships
4.1 b. Seeks information from families regarding effective strategies to support individual children 

4.2 Creates an environment that is predictable, promotes interaction and learning, and is responsive to the needs of all children
4.2 a. Plans, implements, and adapts a supportive learning environment that promotes children’s safety, positive interactions, and behaviors

Agenda

Welcome and Introduction
What and how does separation anxiety develop
Infants
Object Permanence 
Signs of separation anxiety
Temperament 
Developing Trust
Routines
Rituals
Culture and Rituals
Preschoolers
Signs of separation anxiety
Preparation for the classroom
Schedules and Routines
Supporting the family
Strategies for families
Conclusion/Proof of Learning