Resource Conscious Lesson Planning (09/16/22 - 12/31/22)
Explore conversations around using food and other sensitive materials in sensory tables, using resources such as water and seeds respectfully, using natural and long-lasting materials in classrooms instead of plastic or single use items, and how to choose materials that provide open-ended opportunities for exploration and growth for children from a variety of cultures. Gain…
Read MoreMNCDA HYBRID Module 5 -Northwest (05/31/23 - 09/07/23)
This course includes MNCDA classes 17-21: MNCDA Class 17 Safe Supervision MNCDA Class 18 Curriculum MNCDA Class 19 Assessment MNCDA Class 20 Program Quality MNCDA Class 21 Growing as a Professional
Read MoreMNCDA HYBRID Module 3 -Northwest (02/01/23 - 03/30/23)
This module includes MNCDA classes 9-12: MNCDA Class 9 Professional Development Planning MNCDA Class 10 Social-Emotional Development MNCDA Class 11 Child Guidance MNCDA Class 12 The Importance of Play
Read MoreMNCDA HYBRID Module 2 -NorthWest (10/26/22 - 01/19/23)
This module includes MNCDA Classes 6-8: MNCDA Class 6 Introduction to Child Development MNCDA Class 7 Introduction to Cognitive Development MNCDA Class 8 ECIPs
Read MoreDHS Data Privacy and Security for Trainers (10/01/22 - 10/31/22)
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. This version is for trainers.
Read More(Somali) Data Privacy and Security for Trainers (10/01/22 - 10/31/22)
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 More(Spanish) Data Privacy and Security for Trainers (10/01/22 - 10/31/22)
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 MoreCICC TOT: Sensory Processing Disorder (10/10/22 - 10/24/22)
MNCDA ETL Module 1 -October 2022 (10/05/22 - 12/15/22)
This module includes MNCDA Class 1-5: MNCDA Class 1 Welcome to the Profession MNCDA Class 2 Creating a Welcoming Environment MNCDA Class 3 Safe and Sanitary Environments MNCDA Class 4 Welcoming Families: Creating Cultural Connections MNCDA Class 5 Welcoming Children with Special Needs and their Families
Read MoreEthics – From the Director Perspective #32 (10/12/22 - 11/10/22)
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.
Read MoreEngaging and Communicating with Parents (09/16/22 - 12/31/22)
Explore the value of helping parents become more involved and engaged in the child care program as well as learn specific techniques for accomplishing this. In addition engage in a variety of techniques for strengthening communication skills with parents. This is an online Learning course offered through Anytime Learning
Read MoreCreating a Positive Work Environment (09/16/22 - 12/31/22)
Learn about the early childhood Work Environment and some related tools and ideas for creating or maintaining a positive, and productive organization climate. Identify the impact of the work environment in the broader early childhood program; link leadership actions to the various dimensions of a positive and productive environment; and develop awareness of specific policies…
Read MoreHealth and Safety II – Family Child Care (In-Service) (09/16/22 - 12/31/22)
This series based course intended for experienced providers meets Licensing in-service requirements as well as the health and safety requirements from the Child Care Development Fund. Participants will explore MN Rule 2 licensing standards and best practices around health and safety.
Read MoreSupervisión activa- niños con necesidades especiales (Active Supervision: Children with Special Needs) (09/16/22 - 12/31/22)
Este entrenamiento cumple con el requisito anual de supervisión para los proveedores de cuidado infantil en casa. El programa de entrenamiento incluye las prácticas adecuadas para la supervisión activa en el ambiente de cuidado infantil en casa. El currículo del entrenamiento identifica los estándares de la Regla Dos de la Licencia para Minnesota, los estándares…
Read More(Spanish) Health and Safety I – Family Child Care (In-Service) (09/16/22 - 12/31/22)
This series based course intended for experienced providers meets FCC Licensing in-service requirements as well as the health and safety requirements from the Child Care Development Fund. Participants will explore Rule 2 licensing standards and best practices around health and safety.
Read MoreIntroduction to the Early Childhood Indicators of Progress (ECIPs): MN Early Learning Standards (09/16/22 - 12/31/22)
Learn about how to read and use the updated ECIPs. This two hour course describes and defines the organizational structure and terms of the standard as well as identifies resources for using the ECIPs within your program including involving and engaging families in children’s learning.
Read MoreCARE Fellowship (09/10/22 - 07/07/23)
The Child Care Advocates Ready to Emerge (CARE) Fellowship brings together a diverse group of passionate and curious participants to improve their advocacy knowledge and skills. With the support of the CARE collaborators and other fellows, participants will learn how to use their voice and share their story to impact change. Each session will be…
Read MoreCDA Session Reflecting on the Family Questionnaire & Writing the Prof Philosophy Statement (09/16/22 - 12/31/22)
Examine how to create and disseminate the family questionnaire required for your CDA. In addition you will create a philosophy statement about your Early Childhood beliefs. This is an online module through ATL
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