2012 Train the Trainer Conference

The 2012 Texas Early Childhood Professional Development System (TECPDS) 2-day Train the Trainer Conference in Houston on August 8 & 9, 2012

Type of Training:
2-day conference (with 1-day option)

Dates:
8/8/12 – 8/9/12

Cost:
2 days: $149
1 day: $99

Conference Description:
Are you looking for new tools or training ideas?  Do you need different grouping strategies or methodologies? Are your learning objectives intentional?  Can you evaluate your learning outcomes?  Have you integrated technology and social media into your training?   Ever wondered the difference between a DBA, LLC and an INC?  If you have answered yes to any of these questions then this is “THE” Train the Trainer Conference for you!  If you choose one or two days there will be a plethora of topics for you to choose from that will cover one or more of the Core Competency Areas for Trainers:

• Adult Learning and Its Impact on Training Design
• Training Methodology, Techniques, and Presentation Skills
• Group Process Skills
• Topic Selection and Training Preparation
• Evaluation and Training Outcomes
• Business Practices for Trainers
• Click here to view the conference schedule

Space is limited to the first 150 paid registrants.  

Who Should Attend?

• Individuals interested in becoming trainers
• Trainers interested in enhancing their training skills
• Trainers interested in applying (or renewing) to be listed on the Texas Trainer Registry

Location:
Boy Scouts of America – Sam Houston Area Council
2225 North Loop West, Houston, TX 77008

Schedule:
Sessions: 8:00-4:00 pm
Lunch will be provided both days.

Registration and Payment:
Registration is completed solely online. Online registration will close once all available slots for the conference have been filled. Registration for any remaining sessions will close July 18, 2012.  The fee for this conference is $149 for two days, and $99 for one day. This includes the cost of registration, materials and lunch. 

Payment by credit card is required at time of registration.  Payment is required to complete the registration process.  All refunds will include a $10 processing fee per order, which will be deducted from the payment.

Cancelations will only be accepted before July 30, 2012. 

If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your registration to another individual.  Please notify us by email at headstart@uth.tmc.edu of any changes including your name and the name of the person who will be attending.

Please email headstart@uth.tmc.edu with any registration questions or concerns.

Lodging (Please note we have not secured a block of rooms):
If you require lodging, the following hotels are within 3 miles of the venue:

Courtyard Houston Brookhollow
2504 North Loop West, Houston, TX 77092
(713) 688-7711 ‎

SpringHill Suites Houston Brookhollow‎
2750 North Loop West Freeway
Houston, TX 77092
(713) 290-9242

Sheraton Houston Brookhollow Hotel
3000 North Loop West Freeway, Houston, TX
(713) 688-0100

There are several other hotels located in the Houston Galleria area, a short drive away from the Boy Scouts of America building.

Parking:
There is free parking on site.

Contact:
We look forward to seeing you at the conference. If you have registered and need to confirm your reservation, or have questions, please contact us by email at headstart@uth.tmc.edu or call 713-500-3832.