(Somali) Ethics in the Early Childhood Profession – An Introduction (09/16/24 - 12/31/24)
Learn what the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct is and understand the value of this document and pledge to professionalism. “Ethics – in the form of knowledge and skill in making responsible professional decisions – is one of the most fundamental qualities of a competent early childhood educator” (Feeney & Freeman, 2012) This is an…
Read More(Somali) Culturally Informed Practice in Early Childhood (09/16/24 - 12/31/24)
This is the Somali language version of the Culturally Informed Practice In Early Childhood online, asynchronous Anytime Learning format of the course. This course promotes awareness of culturally informed practices by introducing elements that guide the practice in early childhood settings. Discover how these quality practices can support and enhance your program.
Read More(Somali) Child Care Assistance Program Provider Orientation Training (09/16/24 - 12/31/24)
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 MoreDual Language Learners (09/16/24 - 12/31/24)
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 MoreSudden Unexpected Infant Death (DHS) Somali (09/16/24 - 12/31/24)
This training meets the new training requirements for Family Child Care providers on Sudden Unexpected Infant Death. The training curriculum will address state regulations and national recommendations to reduce Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID) including SIDS, suffocation, and other sleep related infant deaths. Safe sleep environments will be discussed, as well as consequences of non-compliance…
Read More(AHT) Abusive Head Trauma (DHS) Somali (09/16/24 - 12/31/24)
The Abusive Head Trauma training will meet new state training requirements for Family Child Care providers. The training curriculum will address the symptoms and consequences of abusive head trauma; identify risk factors for abusive head trauma; identify strategies to use when frustrated and stressed; review mandatory child abuse and neglect reporting.
Read MoreActive Supervision – A Developmental Perspective (Hmong) (09/16/24 - 12/31/24)
Meets the Family Child Care provider annual supervision training requirement. This training curriculum will address best practices of active supervision in a family child care setting; describe the way in which supervision is impacted by a child’s development; explain characteristics typically associated with differing levels of development and their impact on supervision.
Read MoreInfluences on Child Development – Online* (11/13/24 - 11/13/24)
For the Love of Infants: Impactful Practices to Show We Care – Zoom Online Training* (11/04/24 - 11/04/24)
Observing to Learn: Planning for Growth (ONLINE)* (10/23/24 - 10/23/24)
Meaningful Assessment (Online- ETL)* (10/09/24 - 10/09/24)
Ethics and Development A Moral Baseline in Children (09/12/24 - 09/12/24)
Young Children with Developmental Delays (11/25/24 - 12/18/24)
This course addresses the following topic areas: risk factors related to developmental delay in young children; types of mild developmental delays across developmental domains including fine and gross motor delays, mild cognitive delays and speech and language delays; optimal practices that can be implemented in a child care setting; influencing factors for “transient” developmental delay;…
Read MoreFamily Systems Theory in the Context of Early Childhood Settings (10/28/24 - 11/27/24)
This course provides an overview of Family Systems Theory which represents a shift in focus from considering the individual child only, to the child within the context of her/his family and community. Family systems theory provides another tool in the provider toolbox for understanding why children and parents act or think the way they do.…
Read MoreChild Development: Understanding How Genes and Environment Interact (09/04/24 - 10/11/24)
This course will explore the topics of biologic inheritance – the transmission of traits that are genetically passed from one generation to the next and epigenetics – the study of how genes and the environment interact to influence development. Included will be information on topics such as prenatal development and risk factors leading to impaired…
Read MoreCreating Cultural Connections in Child Care (11/04/24 - 12/04/24)
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 MoreCreating Diversity-Rich Environments For Young Children (10/03/24 - 11/02/24)
Explore how to create positive and inclusive environments for children of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Examine all aspects of early childhood education: professional values, curriculum, behavior guidance, materials and toys, physical space, language, supporting families, and working with colleagues. Teachers, family childcare providers, parent educators, and directors learn how to teach and care for…
Read MoreBasic Child Development (08/29/24 - 09/28/24)
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 MoreOnline – Talking with Families about what Children Learn Through Play* (09/25/24 - 09/25/24)
Objectives: Identify developmental skills in play experiences Create a strategy to share how play strengthens a child’s learning foundation with families. Create an understanding of how a child’s family culture is fundamental to being able to interpret the value of play to families.
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