Engaging and Communicating with Parents (12/16/20 - 03/31/21)
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 MoreEarly Childhood Screening; What It’s All About (12/16/20 - 03/31/21)
Everything you need to know about early childhood screening so you can properly inform child care providers and parents.
Read MoreAuthentic Child Assessment (03/25/21 - 04/22/21)
This course will review the history of authentic assessment and current trends within the early care and education field. Participants will gain knowledge and skills around data collection (the gathering of information through observation), data analysis (looking for patterns and trends, scanning, etc.), and data reporting (how to share authentic assessment information with parents). The…
Read MoreEthics – From the Director Perspective (01/27/21 - 02/24/21)
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 MoreGrant Writing for New Dollars in your Early Childhood Business (03/29/21 - 04/19/21)
Learn the fundamentals of writing grant proposals and study funding sources available to early education programs in Minnesota. Evaluate funding needs and priorities to match projects with priorities of potential grantors. Through this online Eager to Learn course, create a fundraising plan to bring additional funds for professional development, equipment or facility needs to enhance…
Read MoreDual Language Learners (12/16/20 - 03/16/21)
Explore what it means to be a dual language learner (DLL) and review best practices for supporting dual language learners in their care. Discuss strategies for supporting and working with DLL’s families. Learn the basics of language development in children and related terminology. After completing this module providers will be able to explain what it…
Read MoreDevelopmentally Appropriate Behavior Guidance (12/16/20 - 03/31/21)
Meets the four-hour preservice Child Development/Behavior Guidance training requirement for Family Child Care Providers. This training curriculum will address key facts about early brain development; define social emotional development and describe how it unfolds in the context of relationships; examine how environments affect children’s behaviors; and identify some concrete strategies for preventing behavioral challenges.
Read MoreCreating Respectful, Healthy Child Care Environments (12/16/20 - 03/31/21)
Discover challenges for parents and child care providers posed by our present culture and how these factors can lead to child abuse and neglect. Explore practical strategies for creating healthy, positive child care home and center environments that can decrease these stressors for parents and other care givers, children, and child care providers. This is…
Read MoreChoosing Early Childhood Curriculum: An Overview and Discussion (12/16/20 - 03/31/21)
In this interactive session, participants will discuss the nature of curriculum and will explore the essential elements of a high quality early childhood curriculum. Strategies and considerations for selecting a curriculum will be presented. Throughout the session, participants will have opportunities to ‘meet’ various early childhood curricula and discuss the strengths and opportunities each presents.…
Read MoreChildcareAlive!: Shaping the First Five – Healthy Eating and Active Play Curriculum (12/16/20 - 03/31/21)
Learn how to engage children and families with fun nutrition and active play lessons using the “ChildcareAlive!: Shaping the First Five” Guide. Discover best practices for teaching children about nutrition and leading them in structured physical activity. This is an online ATL Module
Read MoreChild Care Assistance Program Provider Orientation Training (12/16/20 - 03/31/21)
This course is intended for providers serving families on the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP). This is a basic orientation to the Child Care Assistance Program and identifies provider’s responsibilities.
Read MoreCDA Session The Resource Collection. Family Questionnaires, Competency Statements (12/16/20 - 03/31/21)
Discover how to put design and create your resource collection, family questionnaires and write the competency statements needed for your CDA. This is an online module through ATL
Read MoreCDA Session The CDA Exam & Verification (12/16/20 - 03/31/21)
Begin preparing for the CDA exam by taking practice tests and fine tuning your CDA knowledge. In addition gather facts about the verification visit and what to expect. This is an online ATL module
Read MoreCDA Session Reflecting on the Family Questionnaire & Writing the Prof Philosophy Statement (12/16/20 - 03/31/21)
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
Read MoreCDA Session Professional Portfolio & Conducting a Self-Study (12/16/20 - 03/31/21)
Prepare key documents in preparation for the CDA Exam and Verification Visit, including the Professional Portfolio, the Statements of Competence, and the Professional Philosophy Statement. This is a an online module through ATL
Read MoreCDA Session Getting Started (12/16/20 - 03/31/21)
Participants prepare key documents in preparation for the CDA Exam and Verification Visit, including the Professional Portfolio, the Statements of Competence, and the Professional Philosophy Statement. This is an online ATL Module
Read MoreAwareness to Action and Understanding and Responding to Children’s Sexual Behaviors (12/16/20 - 03/31/21)
In this module you will identify tips for preventing the sexual abuse of children by raising awareness of the scope of the issue. You will also recognize developmentally expected sexual behaviors in early childhood/school age children. This is an online course offered through Anytime Learning
Read MoreAuthentic Observation (12/16/20 - 03/31/21)
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.
Read MoreAges and Stages – An Overview of Early Childhood Development (12/16/20 - 03/31/21)
Learn to define the ages and stages of early childhood development focusing on milestones for infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Recognize red flags in children’s development and determine a plan for how to respond to them. This is an online ATL Module
Read MoreActive Supervision: Provider Self-care and Privacy (12/16/20 - 03/31/21)
Meets the Family Child Care provider annual supervision training requirement. This training curriculum will define MN DHS Rule 2 Licensing standards and best practices regarding supervision in family child care settings; identify the effects of provider stress/depression on supervision of and interaction with children; and identify appropriate self-care and privacy strategies that promote effective supervision…
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