Discover Your Strengths Grow Your Program (10/22/19 - 11/19/19)
Learn the skills necessary to effectively market your child care program by completing self- assessments and analyzing your program strengths. The results of your work will help to find your program niche.
Read MoreObservation and Documentation: Using Program Information for Decision-Making (10/31/19 - 11/21/19)
This course will describe the components of authentic assessment, of which observation is key; describe how observation and documentation are used in making program decisions; and how to develop lesson plans using the Minnesota Early Indicators of Progress as a guide.
Read MoreBasic Child Development (11/04/19 - 11/25/19)
All children are born eager to explore their world and master their development. Join us for this foundational training in which we review the theories of child development, the importance of developmentally appropriate practice, the developmental milestones of the first five years of life, including brain development and factors that can influence child growth and…
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 MoreAssessment-Gathering and Using Information (10/03/19 - 10/24/19)
Assessment is a familiar buzzword in the child care and education field but not always easily understood and practiced. Participants in this training will practice the assessment cycle of gathering information and making decisions based on that information. The purpose of gathering and using information is to support children and families.
Read MoreOverview of Curriculum (09/05/19 - 09/26/19)
This class focuses on early childhood curriculum and the domains of development, elements of effective curriculum, and the cycle of observation and assessment, reflection, curriculum planning and implementation, and evaluation in adapting curriculum to meet individual and group developmental needs.
Read MoreIntegration of Early Literacy into Math and Science Activities (10/02/19 - 10/16/19)
Advanced Implementation of Early Literacy in Your Early Childhood Program level 3 focuses on the integration of early literacy into math and science learning activities. Also addressed is how to adapt early literacy activities for math and science for children who are dual language learners and for children with special needs.
Read MoreAuthentic Child Assessment (09/03/19 - 10/01/19)
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 MoreStrengthening Families™ (11/25/19 - 12/16/19)
This course provides an in-depth review of the Strengthening Families approach, including key aspects of the five Strengthening Families protective factors. Participants will identify strategies for supporting families in building healthy, positive social connections, and accessing concrete support in times of need as well as strategies for supporting families in building parental resilience, knowledge of…
Read MoreDeveloping Successful Transitions During a Child’s Busy Day (12/04/19 - 12/18/19)
Attend this online course to recognize, reduce, and plan for the many transitions that children are required to maneuver each day. With the high stakes of helping children to be successful, explore some transitional strategies that can reduce anxiety or boredom, allowing children to be successful.
Read MoreLearning to Listen, Listening to Learn (11/20/19 - 12/11/19)
Learn to improve your own listening skills and those of children by understanding the components of effective listening. Children’s listening habits and skills are predictors of oral language proficiency, reading and writing but they do not come naturally-they must be taught and practiced. Learn how to teach children and practice with them!
Read MoreEarly Literacy: Myths About How Children Learn Language (10/29/19 - 11/12/19)
Mind in the Making: Making Connections and Critical Thinking (10/28/19 - 11/25/19)
Explore two essential life skills described by Ellen Galinsky in her book Mind in the Making. Develop an understanding of how making connections supports creative thinking and problem solving. Learn how critical thinking skills guide beliefs, decisions and actions. Explore resources and implement strategies to support the ability to make connections and think critically. This…
Read MoreThe Nurtured Heart Approach (10/28/19 - 11/25/19)
This course examines The Nurtured Heart Approach based on the work of Howard Glasser. This unique approach is designed to help anyone working with children who have challenging behaviors CDA Area 8Required Text:”Transforming the Difficult Child Workbook: An Interactive Guide to the Nurtured Heart Approach”. Book cost, $19.95:http://nurturedheartbookstore.com/sp-bin/spirit?PAGE=55
Read MoreWhat’s in a Name: Culturally Responsive Care and Communication (10/03/19 - 10/31/19)
The Six Keys: Strategies for Promoting Children’s Mental Health in Early Childhood Program (10/07/19 - 10/28/19)
Examine successful strategies for promoting positive mental health in young children based on both practitioner experience and recent research. In addition discover tools and tips for helping practitioners embed practices which will promote positive mental health in young children.
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 MoreMore Alike than Different (11/09/19 - 11/30/19)
Creating Cultural Connections in Child Care (09/03/19 - 09/24/19)
Families and communities provide the foundations children need to be successful. This course will at the resources and reflective skills providers need to work successfully with diverse families. Methods to find and promote the strengths of families as a way to promote child development will also be discussed.
Read MoreSupporting Social Emotional Growth in Infants and Toddlers (09/05/19 - 09/26/19)
This course session focuses on the importance of social emotional development in infants and toddlers. Participants will examine strategies to support positive social emotional development in infants, toddlers including routines and emotional climate. Participants will also explore ways to build relationships with the families of infants and toddlers to support ongoing social emotional development.
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