What are the benefits for
your child taking a Nurturing Pathways class?
So many! Fostering independence, learning coordination, thinking
about spacial concepts, learning songs and exercises we can do at home
too!
-Parent, 2005
What excites you about applying this to your work environment?
Providing parents with a powerful and more structured way to help
their children.
-Laura Jones-Edwards
I feel very grateful for having the opportunity to work in such
a small group and to have had such one on one attention. You have a wonderful
way of helping others to challenge themselves and push their boundaries
in a supportive, safe and nurturing way.
-Corina Strim,
Early Childhood
Instructor February
2006
“Ms. Roberts’ program of specific exercises for infants
and toddlers is based on sound neurological principles. I am tremendously
impressed with Nurturing Pathways® as a credible, valuable approach
and I intend to incorporate the information in my pediatric practice.”
-Dr.
Katsh, M. D. 2003
“Do it! This program encompasses every
aspect of early childhood education. Its holistic, logical, well-planned
approach is the best I’ve seen for that Holy Grail of ECE:
Kindergarten Readiness!”
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Katie Christianson, Walla Walla, WA 2007
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Licensed InstructorsThe Nurturing Pathways® Creative Dance Program is based on sound neurological principles regarding movement's central role in building brain function and the importance of bonding and parent education. The Nurturing Pathways® Creative Dance Program includes a sequential progression of movement skills from birth to three, in a carefully laid out curriculum with products to enrich the child's entire sensory system. From early infancy the program works on building and refining expressive movement, play, and communication skills in both the parent and child.
Licensed Program Instructor Training
The Nurturing Pathways®,
Inc Licensing Program is a 5 day 38 hour training taught by Christine
Roberts. It qualifies you to teach The Nurturing Pathways®
Creative Dance Program classes to Infants (3 months - pre-walking), Waddlers
(walking to 24 months), and Toddlers (2 - 3 years). Each trainee recieves
a 250 page training manual which includes the program's curriculum, and
all of the basic materials to set up your program and start selling the
Nurturing Pathways® Creative Play Products. A love for
teaching young children and their caregivers, and an enthusiasm for dance,
movement, and play are the requirements for becoming a Nurturing Pathways
Instructor. A willingness to launch your own program is important as well.
STARS hours and scholarship funds are available for this training.
Anyone
who wishes to create a business out of their love for children, dance, movement
and enriching the lives of others. Educators who enjoy working with young
children in early childhood environments, private dance studios, health
clubs and community centers. Professionals who are a part of an
early intervention program looking for fun and engaging ways to develop
the brain and body. Professionals with music, music therapy,
physical therapy, occupational therapy and sensory integration backgrounds.
Why Would I Choose Nurturing Pathways®, Inc?
Become
a leader in the movement to enhance childrens' early cognitive, social and
physical development. Acquire the expertise to teach an
age appropriate curriculum that is based in science, creativity, and play. Create a flexible business that is
fun and enriches your life and the lives of parents and children. Become a part of the best early childhood
creative dance program and receive on-going support for your teaching and
the marketing of your business from Christine Roberts and The Nurturing
Pathways®, Inc team. Lastly, you will learn directly from
the founder of Nurturing Pathways®, Inc, Christine Roberts,
as she teaches Infants, Waddlers and Toddlers. 
What Are The Benefits?
Legal
permission to use the copyrighted Nurturing Pathways® Program
instructor materials, products, name and logo for your classes. Extensive training in the researched
and family tested Nurturing Pathways® Dance Program curriculum
and materials. Nurturing Pathways®,
Inc certifies that you are well-educated in teaching babies, waddlers, and
toddlers and their parents and that you understand the tremendous benefits
that can be achieved through movement and play during the first three years
of life. The right to sell the Nurturing Pathways®
Creative Play Products. Class handouts for parents. Listing on the nurturingpathways.com
website, including your name, location, class schedule and website link. Advice on advertising, brochures,
and other promotional activities. On-going support for your teaching
practices and business development. This support includes: training, business
mentoring, networking services, customer referrals, development and the
production of new materials. Annual newsletter full of ideas, lesson
plans, teaching tips and marketing suggestions. Annual Nurturing Pathways®
Licensed Instructor's meeting each summer in Seattle. What Does The Training Cost?
$700.00
Training Fee Includes: 5 days (38 hours) training with Christine
Roberts A Welcome Packet 250 Page Training Manual Nurturing Pathways®
Creative Dance Program DVD A Nurturing Pathways®
Creative Play Products Parent Pack $595 Required Nurturing Pathways®
Creative Play Products Start-Up Kit 11 Music CDs 7 Posters 4 Lycra Swings 8 Parent Packs 6 Balls 10 Shakers 1 Bag Streamers & Scarves 1 Music Maker Bag$1295.00 Total for the Nurturing Pathways®, Inc Licensing Program
The License is renewable annually with minimal reporting requirements and attendance at the Annual Meeting at least once every four years. The renewal fee is $120.00, and the first year there is no renewal fee.
Nurturing Pathways® Program Instructor Licensing Dates
July 13th - 17th, 2008Schedule: 38 hours
Day 1: Sunday 9am-5pm Day 2-4: Mon.-Wed. 9am-4pm Day 5: Thursday 9am - 6pm Registration Form and Questionaire
