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(Spanish) Getting to Know Minnesota’s Knowledge and Competency Framework – For Early Childhood Educators (09/16/22 - 12/31/22)

In this self-paced module, learners will explore why Minnesota’s Knowledge and Competency Framework is important. In addition they will review the content of the framework, it’s organization and how it can be used in caring for children. This is an online Learning course offered through Anytime Learning.

ATL: Mandated Reporter Training (09/16/22 - 12/31/22)

Workers in a number of professions, including health care, social services, psychological treatment, child care, education, corrections, law enforcement and clergy, are required to report suspected child maltreatment. To help mandated reporters better understand the law and reporting requirements, an Anytime Learing module is available. This comprehensive training is organized in six modules: an overview…

(Spanish) Introduction 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.

(Spanish) Health and Safety In-Service II – Child Care Centers (09/16/22 - 12/31/22)

This series based course for experienced providers meets the Licensing in-service requirements as well as the health and safety requirements from the Child Care Development Fund. Participants will explore MN Rule 3 licensing standards and best practices around supervision challenges experienced by child care centers. We’ll look at strategies a child care providers can implement…

(Spanish) Health and Safety In-Service I – Child Care Centers (09/16/22 - 12/31/22)

This series based course for experienced providers meets the Licensing in-service requirements as well as the health and safety requirements from the Child Care Development Fund. Participants will explore MN Rule 3 licensing standards and best practices around supervision challenges experienced by child care centers. We’ll look at strategies a child care providers can implement…

(Spanish) Health and Safety II – 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 MN Rule 2 licensing standards and best practices around health and safety.

(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.

(Spanish) Ethics in the Early Childhood Profession – An Introduction (09/16/22 - 12/31/22)

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…

CDA Session The CDA Exam & Verification (Spanish) (09/16/22 - 12/31/22)

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.

CDA Session The Resource Collection. Family Questionnaires, Competency Statements (Spanish) (09/16/22 - 12/31/22)

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.

CDA Session Reflecting on the Family Questionnaire & Writing the Prof Philosophy Statement (Spanish) (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.

More than Child’s Play: Including All Toddlers and Preschoolers in Physical Activities (09/16/22 - 12/31/22)

Physical activity is vital for young children’s development, but it can be challenging to lead an activity with a group of children who vary in their ages and abilities. Gather ideas for physical activities that can be modified to meet the varying special needs of children 18 months to 5 years of age. Hear specific…

Oral Health: Healthy Mouths and Teeth (09/16/22 - 12/31/22)

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

An Overview of The Montessori Method (09/16/22 - 12/31/22)

Identify and articulate the key tenets of the Montessori method including Montessori developmental theory, attributes of a Montessori classroom environment, and the role of the Montessori teacher. This is an Anytime Learning Module

Program Leadership Essentials (09/16/22 - 12/31/22)

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

Potty Training – The Ins and Outs (09/16/22 - 12/31/22)

Selecting Staff For Your Early Childhood Program (09/16/22 - 12/31/22)

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…

Self-Care for the Early Childhood Educator (09/16/22 - 12/31/22)

Learn why early childhood educators are highly susceptible to stress and burnout and how self-care can help prevent or alleviate it. On an airplane, we are told to put on our own oxygen masks before assisting others with theirs; we need to practice self-care in order to be at our best for the children in…

Starting a Family Child Care Business (09/16/22 - 12/31/22)

Examine the elements that played a role in the development of child care rules and regulations and learn about resources that will help them to meet the requirements of this important job! This is an online Learning course offered through Anytime Learning.