Understanding the Companion Guide for the Knowledge and Competency Framework: Family Child Care (09/16/19 - 12/31/19)
Minnesota’s Knowledge and Competency Framework describes what early childhood providers need to know and be able to do in order to work effectively with young children and their families. The companion guide combines key concepts found in the framework with suggestions and examples of what it might look like in a family child care setting.…
Read MoreTransforming Minnesota’s Early Childhood Workforce (09/16/19 - 12/31/19)
Inform stakeholders on the status of Minnesota’s Early Childhood Workforce and gather input from key stakeholders on the issues and strategies identified as most significant in Minnesota. The input of early childhood stakeholders is critical to developing and implementing a plan for transforming Minnesota’s early childhood workforce. This is an ATL online module.
Read MoreDHS Data Privacy and Security (09/01/19 - 08/31/20)
This is a course that must be taken in order to have access to private data. The course(s) are owned by DHS. Successful completion of the courses is required for all grantees and contractors that access private data via Nware or Develop.
Read MoreContinuing Education: Ethical Responsibility & Evidence-Based Practice (12/05/19 - 12/19/19)
In this course, participants will become well equipped to consider their ethical responsibilities and the importance of using an evidence based approach as adult educators. Included in this course is a discussion of the NAEYC Code of Ethics and Statement of Commitment, the NAEYC Code of Ethics Supplement for Early Childhood Adult Educators, professional wisdom…
Read MoreAdult Learning Module 3: Developing Quality Training (11/04/19 - 11/18/19)
In this course participants will be implement the principles associated with designing content-based training. Among other topics, participants will develop training objectives, discuss the use of the learning cycle in training design and consider methods to develop content (activities and materials). Participants will apply their knowledge using Achieve’s Course Approval process to develop and/or adapt…
Read MoreAdult Learning Module 2: Design Skills (10/07/19 - 10/21/19)
In this course Participants will be introduced to the principles associated with designing content-based training. Among other topics, participants will develop training objectives, discuss the use of the learning cycle in training design and consider evaluation strategies for measuring the effectiveness of a training session. Participants will apply their knowledge using Achieve’s Course Approval process.
Read MoreAdult Learning Module 1: Delivery Skills (09/09/19 - 09/23/19)
In this course, participants will become well equipped to deliver pre-designed curriculums. Included in this course is a discussion of trainer competencies, adult learning basics, and facilitation skills, as well as consideration of the impact of culture, communication, and presence on training effectiveness. The course design also includes a Personal Development Plan (PDP) built into…
Read MoreEthics – From the Director Perspective (10/07/19 - 11/04/19)
Interpret the NAEYC Code of Ethics to determine the core values, ideals and principles in your program. In addition discover how the Code of Ethics and Power to the Profession can help understand dilemmas in your program. This is an online course.
Read MoreRBPD Credential – Module 5: Facilitating Growth and Learning (ETL) (01/07/20 - 01/21/20)
Module 5 explores the cycle of RBPD practice with a focus on creating awareness, planning and setting goals. Participants link the cycle of RBPD practice to their work, examining the phases of planning, observing and feedback with reflection through video analysis and practice planning & setting goals. Participants will examine how feedback and reflection fits…
Read MoreRBPD Credential – Module 4: Co-Creating Relationships (ETL) (12/03/19 - 12/17/19)
This module concentrates on creating and maintaining RBPD relationships. Participants discuss communication skills such as active listening and attending to non-verbal communication; generate and evaluate powerful questions to use in RBPD conversations; examine tools and processes for direct communication, clarifying expectations, roles and responsibilities; develop plans to build rapport; and practice addressing challenges in establishing…
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