Plan, Learn, Grow: Using the Minnesota Early Childhood Indicators of Progress (01/13/22 - 02/10/22)
This class will review the structure, content and guiding principles of the Minnesota Early Childhood Indicators of Progress (ECIPs). Participants will become familiar with the ECIPs domains, components, indicators and strategies and how to use this tool for child and group observation and planning developmentally appropriate activities.
Read MoreHealth and Safety Pre-service for Child Care Centers (04/04/22 - 04/25/22)
This series based course intended for new providers covers the health and safety requirements from the Child Care Development Fund (CCDF). CCDF topics include the following: Prevention and control of infectious disease, immunization, administration of medication, prevention of and response to emergencies due to allergies and allergic reactions, building and physical premise safety, handling and…
Read MoreHealth and Safety Pre-service for Child Care Centers (03/03/22 - 03/24/22)
This series based course intended for new providers meets Licensing preservice 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 provider can implement…
Read MoreHealth and Safety Pre-service for Child Care Centers (02/01/22 - 02/22/22)
This series based course intended for new providers meets Licensing preservice 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 provider can implement…
Read MoreHealth and Safety Pre-service for Child Care Centers (01/24/22 - 02/14/22)
This series based course intended for new providers meets Licensing preservice 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 provider can implement…
Read MoreLegislation 101 (09/01/21 - 10/14/22)
Learn about the legislative process to demystify a subject that can appear intimidating. Discover the who, what, where, when and why of legislation including: how bills become laws, how to develop relationships while building coalitions and lobbying and what happens during legislative session. This course offers a brief introduction into the world of Early childhood…
Read MoreDHS Data Privacy and Security (10/01/21 - 10/31/21)
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. This version is for trainers.
Read MoreHistorical and Contemporary Advocacy in MN: The Organizations and People Who Have Influenced Our Work (09/01/21 - 10/14/22)
Discover the people and organizations who have influenced the landscape of child care in Minnesota. Identify key contributions that individuals have made that have become a historically significant impact on the childcare field in Minnesota Explore leading child care advocacy organizations. This course is offered as part of the Care Fellowship Series.
Read MoreCourageous Conversations; Communicating Strategies for Program Leaders #29 (01/06/22 - 02/03/22)
(Spanish) Data Privacy and Security for Trainers (10/01/21 - 10/31/21)
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 More(Somali) Data Privacy and Security for Trainers (10/01/21 - 10/31/21)
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 MoreDHS Data Privacy and Security (10/01/21 - 10/31/20)
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. This version is for trainers.
Read MoreChild Care Aware of Minnesota New Trainer Orientation (10/01/21 - 09/30/22)
Learn about the Child Care Aware of MN statewide Professional Development system, how to receive training opportunities as an Achieved approved trainer, trainer support resources, as well as policies and procedures around registration, attendance, professional conduct etc. This course is offered online as an anytime learning module.
Read MoreElected Officials and Offices 101 (09/01/21 - 10/14/22)
Determine which government officials represent you and the program you represent. Identify the interests and priorities of your senators and representatives. Connect with policy makers to collaborate and advocate for the best-interest of the child care field. This course is offered as part of the Care Fellowship Series.
Read MoreCreating the Changes You Wish to See in Your Own Program (09/01/21 - 10/14/22)
Develop your toolkit to initiate an organizational change process. Learn to make a case for change. Plan to encounter resistance. Use a variety of methods to monitor for sustainability. This course is offered as part of the Care Fellowship Series.
Read MoreEthics – From the Director Perspective #30 (01/10/22 - 02/14/22)
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 MoreMNCDA ETL Module 1 -January 2022 -8pm Cohort (01/26/22 - 03/23/22)
This module includes MNCDA Class 1-5: MNCDA Class 1 Welcome to the Profession MNCDA Class 2 Creating a Welcoming Environment MNCDA Class 3 Safe and Sanitary Environments MNCDA Class 4 Welcoming Families: Creating Cultural Connections MNCDA Class 5 Welcoming Children with Special Needs and their Families
Read MoreThe Power of Data (09/01/21 - 10/14/22)
Discover the connection between data and advocacy. Prepare to use a variety of methods to observe and assess data. In this class, we will work through data collection in the childcare industry and determine what information might best serve your purposes. This course is offered as part of the Care Fellowship Series.
Read MoreCARE Fellowship (09/10/21 - 07/07/22)
The Child Care Advocates Ready to Emerge (CARE) Fellowship brings together a diverse group of passionate and curious participants to improve their advocacy knowledge and skills. With the support of the CARE collaborators and other fellows, participants will learn how to use their voice and share their story to impact change. Each session will…
Read MoreFamily Child Care Money Management and Retirement (09/16/21 - 12/31/21)
This is a two-hour training to help family child care providers, child care center workers, and other self-employed individuals to better manage their money and plan for retirement.This course is offered online through AnyTime Learning.
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