FAQ Training Initiatives

Can I receive professional credit for participation?

Nature Play Training Institutes are pre-approved to provide early childcare professionals with a specific number of ECE-TRIS credit hours. The ...
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Can anyone participate in Nature Play Training Institutes?

Anyone with a desire to help advance the regional landscape of outdoor play is welcome. We invite childcare professionals, teachers, ...
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Can the staff of an entire organization sign up to participate?

One of the purposes of Institutes is to offer networking opportunities between organizations. We limit the number of participants from ...
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Is there a cost for attending Institutes?

The full cost of each Institute is advertised. Organizations and individuals serving low- to middle-income audiences and special populations may ...
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What about meals?

Meal arrangements will be announced for each Institute. ...
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What if I don’t have transportation to Bernheim?

Let us know if transportation is an issue and we will try and assist by letting other attendees who may ...
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Do I have to attend the entire day?

To receive professional development credit you must attend the entire workshop ...
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Will Institutes be indoors or outdoors?

Both, actually. Some workshops may take place in tented areas near the Bernheim Children’s Play Garden. Please come prepared for ...
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Are Institutes rain or shine?

For the most part, yes. In the event of severe weather you will be contacted and we will move or ...
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Who can I speak with to learn more?

For more information contact Claude Stephens – 502-215-7121 or cstephens@bernheim.org. ...
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Are there refunds if I can’t attend?

No promises but we will do our best to refund your reservation ...
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If I am signed up but suddenly can’t attend can I give my reservation to someone else?

We would prefer that you let us know in advance so that we can go to our waiting list ...
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