National Nanny Training Day

[Anonymous]

What are your opinions on National Nanny Training Day?

[Anonymous]

I'm all for nannies and other child care workers staying current on issues related to children. U think we as nannies need ways to network and find support.
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That said I think a nation training day is a bit over the top at least at this point.

All that stuff is advertised you can do on your own throughout the year.

It's a money maker for the sponsors and an excuse for a paid time off ( a poor one IMO) for nannies.

It is faux professionalism.

In my opinion if we want to bring more professionalism and respect to nannies in the States we need to push for standardized training and entry points.

Yes a degree program of sorts. I know it's controversial in the nanny world.

[Anonymous]

Who makes money? And since it is on Saturday most nannies are off.

Luckily many parents think paid days for education are not a waste.

[Anonymous]

The people who started this on the National level Nanny Biz Reviews make a ton of money and I agree National Nanny Training Day is an overrated event. I went to one two years ago, met some great other nannies but the cost, good grief and the presentations were opinions on different childcare techniques that my employer may/may not agree with.

[Anonymous]

Since the national organizer doesn't get paid by local organizers, please explain in detail how money is made?

[Anonymous]

I've been to 3 NNTD, all in different cities (NY, LA, SF). None of them were great. I don't think I'll be going again this year.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Since the national organizer doesn't get paid by local organizers, please explain in detail how money is made?

So it is free event?
Ticket s are free?

The organizers and sponsors stand to gain nothing from this event and this is purely altruistic?

[Anonymous]

National Nanny Training Day events are NOT free, they average 30 a ticket and sponcers do make money

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:National Nanny Training Day events are NOT free, they average 30 a ticket and sponcers do make money

That's what I thought.

Look , op if you want to go and have the funds or your employers pay for it go.
For me I prefer to get my childcare training closer to home. I take relevant classes at my local CC It costs money but these classes go towards a degree. I read parenting magazines. I network with nannies in my area.
I choose not to give my money to or be associated with anything related to NannyBiz.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Since the national organizer doesn't get paid by local organizers, please explain in detail how money is made?

So it is free event?
Ticket s are free?

The organizers and sponsors stand to gain nothing from this event and this is purely altruistic?

This is the truth. I paid almost $50 last year.

[Anonymous]

If local organizers have to pay speakers a fee, and buy drinks snacks and meals for attendees, and buy supplies, and pay for programs, handouts, and goody bag supplies, that $30 per attendee evaporates pretty quickly. Trust me, there is no money made.

[Anonymous]

Ticket sales are down huh?

There are a few nanny groups on Facebook perhaps you should advertise in one of them.

[Anonymous]

Speaker often donate time as it is free advertizing for their bussiness and goody bag supplies also get donated, please do not insult nannies

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Speaker often donate time as it is free advertizing for their bussiness and goody bag supplies also get donated, please do not insult nannies

Who is insulting nannies?

It's just a little obvious that OP is behind this training day and was looking for buyers.

Also, since you are concerned about how others perceive nannies please learn to spell correctly.

[webbkathy]

Anonymous wrote:National Nanny Training Day events are NOT free, they average 30 a ticket and sponcers do make money

HomeWork Solutions is a national sponsor of National Nanny Training Day (and proudly so) and I assure you we SPEND money, not make money. The local NNTD organizers don't make money either - the nominal fees ~$25- 50 each cover the fee to use the venue (and local coordinators work hard to get free and reduced prices on these) as well as the cost of the food and beverages. Also many speakers donate their time but require an honorarium for their transportation costs. In NYC $40 got you hot coffee, a continental breakfast, and a box lunch with soft drink last year.

I was personally present there and the ADL's presentation on recognizing and responding to Cyberbullying alone was worth the price of admission.

Many nannies work in isolated environments, without peers or coworkers, and the opportunity to share challenges and lessons learned with other working nannies IMO is priceless. Learning, problem solving, tips and tricks are all part of NNTD.


Kathy Webb
HomeWork Solutions Inc.