The Child Development Associate® (CDA) Credential™: Overview of the CDA® and Credentialing Process (09/16/25 - 12/31/25)
Explore the history of the CDA credential and the Council for Professional Recognition. Examine the value of and steps to earn the credential as well the qualifications and role of the PD Specialist. Investigate the importance of the first five years of a child’s life and begin to formulate a professional philosophy about early care…
Read MoreThe Child Development Associate® (CDA) Credential™: Reflecting on the Family Questionnaires and Writing the Professional Philosophy Statement (09/16/25 - 12/31/25)
Explore the basics of the professional portfolio and the CDA self-study. Review family questionnaires and prepare competency statement IV. Understand family perspectives, how to respond to ethical dilemmas and prepare to write their professional philosophy statement.
Read MoreThe Child Development Associate® (CDA) Credential™: CDA Exam and The Verification Visit (09/16/25 - 12/31/25)
Examine the CDA application, portfolio structure and prepare for a self-study and exam. Practice CDA exam questions and reflect on professional strengths and areas for growth.
Read MoreSupervising for Safety for Family Child Care (09/16/25 - 12/31/25)
Discover guidelines to establish effective policies and practices within the family child care program, ensuring a safe and healthy environment for children. Explore Minnesota Rule 2 health and safety licensing standards along with best practices related to standard precautions (including infectious disease), medication administration, allergy response, food safety, physical premises safety, hazardous materials safety, risk…
Read MoreSelecting Staff For Your Early Childhood Program (09/16/25 - 12/31/25)
Explore skills and strategies needed to navigate the selection and hiring processes that are needed to build and maintain a high-quality workforce in an early childhood program. Identify the benefits of continuous and strategic staff recruitment and selection processes, essential aspects of a strong job posting, and selection practices consistent with the development of the…
Read MorePursuing an Early Childhood Education Degree: Being Successful (09/16/25 - 12/31/25)
Explore the resources and strategies to be successful in a higher education program in the early childhood field. Discover the benefits of higher education, how it can be affordable, and various degree options.
Read MorePursuing an Early Childhood Education Degree: Is It For You? (09/16/25 - 12/31/25)
Explore options for higher education in the early childhood field by assessing personal short and long-term goals. Discover the benefits of higher education, how it can be affordable, and various degree options.
Read MoreProgram Leadership Essentials (09/16/25 - 12/31/25)
Explore early childhood program leadership by reviewing topics that include the differences between leadership and management; leadership skills, tips for effective program leadership; exploration of leadership competencies; and ways to promote a positive work climate in your early childhood program. This is an online Learning course offered through Anytime Learning
Read MorePreventing Child Abuse and Neglect (09/16/25 - 12/31/25)
Explore the role educators take in the prevention of child abuse and neglect. Define the types of child abuse and neglect and signs of child abuse and neglect. Describe ways educators can minimize the chances of a child being abused or neglected in early education programs.
Read MorePotty Training – The Ins and Outs (09/16/25 - 12/31/25)
Identify signs a child may be ready to potty train. Develop a potty-training plan with families. Contrast state rules for center-based programs and family childcare. Explain sanitation and hygiene needs. Practice implementing ideas through scenarios. This is an online Anytime Learning course.
Read MoreOral Health: Healthy Mouths and Teeth (09/16/25 - 12/31/25)
Discover strategies to help children achieve lifelong healthy teeth. See how when prevention is started early and healthy practices continue you can help children to achieve lifelong oral health. This is an online Learning course offered through Anytime Learning
Read MoreMentoring in Early Childhood Programs: An Introduction for Program Directors (09/16/25 - 12/31/25)
Explore the many ways in which program directors and other leaders can mentor new and veteran classroom staff members. Recognize the value of mentoring as a professional development strategy and determine the role mentoring will play in your program’s staff development.
Read MoreMaking the Most of Your 1440 Minutes Each Day (09/16/25 - 12/31/25)
Lactation Friendly Child Care (09/16/25 - 12/31/25)
Explore how to improve policies and practices in your program in support of breastfeeding families. Identify best practices in storing, handling and feeding human milk. Discover how to recognize and respond to feeding cues.
Read MoreIntro to STEM: Focus on Science (09/16/25 - 12/31/25)
Explore strategies for supporting science learning in early childhood. Examine resources available to educators and families. Plan and implement science activities across a variety of themes.
Read MoreIntroduction to STEM (09/16/25 - 12/31/25)
An Introduction to Ethics for Early Childhood Educators (09/16/25 - 12/31/25)
Explore the Code of Ethical Conduct written by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. Discover the core values of the Code of Ethical Conducts to establish a framework of professional responsibilities for adults working with children and their families. Practice the process of solving ethical dilemmas.
Read MoreInfants, Toddlers and Their Families: Nurturing and Supporting Social Emotional Development (09/16/25 - 12/31/25)
This 2-hour behavior guidance course will meet the licensed family child care annual training requirement. The objectives of the training are to help participants: learn about social and emotional behaviors in infants and toddlers and how this development is impacted by caregivers; and reflect on ways in which culture (perceptions, beliefs, values) influences caregiving practices.
Read MoreHealthy Homes for Child Care (09/16/25 - 12/31/25)
The Minnesota Department of Health invites you to explore common indoor air quality issues and understand how you can know your drinking water quality. Learn about radon, mold and moisture, carbon monoxide, and safe drinking water including the common contaminants found in Minnesota private well water. Learn how these issues can affect the health and…
Read MoreHealth and Safety Pre-Service for Child Care Centers (09/16/25 - 12/31/25)
Explore child care center health and safety topics, including standard precaution, medication administration, food safety, allergy response, premises safety, hazardous materials, emergency preparedness, risk reduction, mandated reporting, and active supervision to promote a safe environment. Recognize Minnesota’s Rule 3 licensing standards to effectively implement your center’s specific policies. (This 6-hour course is designed for new…
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