Recognizing the Early Signs of Mental Illness in Young Children (09/24/20 - 10/22/20)

Learn some early indicators of mental illness in young children, infancy through preschool age, that can often be misinterpreted or overlooked. Discover strategies for identifying children who are worried, stressed, or distressed in the early childhood environment, in order to facilitate timely intervention. Learn how young children present distress at different ages, what can trigger…

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Positive Discipline (08/25/20 - 09/22/20)

Learn about Jane Nelsen’s Positive Discipline approach. List the four reasons children misbehave, explain the mistaken goals of misbehavior by using, and identify why children engage in certain activities. Describe what a positive environment looks like and how taking care of ourselves results in string interactions with children. This course is offered online.

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Authentic Observation (06/16/20 - 09/30/20)

In this interactive, two hour session participants will be introduced to child observation and the tools of objective observation. Participants will discuss the rationale for child observation, will practice observation techniques and will discuss ways in which to use observation information to individualize care and learning environments.

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Authentic Observation (03/16/20 - 06/30/20)

In this interactive, two hour session participants will be introduced to child observation and the tools of objective observation. Participants will discuss the rationale for child observation, will practice observation techniques and will discuss ways in which to use observation information to individualize care and learning environments.

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