Infants and Toddlers: A Relationship-based Approach to Challenging Behaviors – Examining Behaviors (06/16/21 - 09/30/21)
This two-hour online behavior guidance course will meet the licensed family child care annual training requirement. The objectives of the training are to help participants: learn about the relationship between behavior and distress communication for infants and toddlers, identify characteristics of challenging behavior demonstrated by infants and toddlers, identify the difference between acting out and…
Read MoreInfants and Toddlers: Targeted Strategies to Build Social Emotional Skills (06/16/21 - 09/30/21)
This 2-hour online behavior guidance course will meet the licensed family child care annual training requirement. The objectives of the training are to help participants: use targeted strategies to intentionally build social emotional skills in infants and toddlers, identify how to support parents in promoting routines, and learn how to promote emotional self-regulation skills in…
Read MoreInfants, Toddlers and Their Families: Nurturing and Supporting Social Emotional Development (06/16/21 - 09/30/21)
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 MoreIntroduction to the Early Childhood Indicators of Progress (ECIPs): MN Early Learning Standards (06/16/21 - 09/30/21)
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.
Read MoreIntroduction to the Early Childhood Indicators of Progress for Directors or Program Administrators (06/16/21 - 09/30/21)
Directors and program administrators; discover how to read and use the updated ECIPs with your staff. You will also identify the organizational structure and terms of the standards as well as identifies resources for using the ECIPs within your program including involving and engaging families in children’s learning.
Read MoreLesson Planning for Infants and Toddlers using the MN ECIPs (06/16/21 - 09/30/21)
This course is designed to help you look at the Minnesota Early Learning Standards in a new way. We will look at how you can evaluate activities or lesson plans for infant and toddlers to see how the support the ECIPs and also how to create your own curriculum by using the domains from the…
Read MoreLesson Planning for Multi-Age Children with the MN ECIPs (06/16/21 - 09/30/21)
This course is designed to help you look at the Minnesota Early Learning Standards in a new way. We will look at how you can evaluate activities or lesson plans for multi-age children to see how the support the ECIPs and also how to create your own curriculum by using the domains from the ECIPs…
Read MoreLesson Planning for Preschoolers with the MN ECIPs (06/16/21 - 09/30/21)
This course is designed to help you look at the Minnesota Early Learning Standards in a new way. We will look at how you can evaluate activities or lesson plans for preschoolers to see how the support the ECIPs and also how to create your own curriculum by using the domains from the ECIPs for…
Read MoreATL: Mandated Reporter Training (06/16/21 - 09/30/21)
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…
Read MoreMore than Child’s Play: Including All Toddlers and Preschoolers in Physical Activities (06/16/21 - 09/30/21)
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…
Read MoreOral Health: Healthy Mouths and Teeth (06/16/21 - 09/30/21)
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 MoreETL Instructor-Led Demonstration Course (06/08/22 - 06/30/22)
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Read MoreTOT: Child Development: Understanding How Genes and Environment Interact (online) (06/10/21 - 06/24/21)
After successfully completing this Training of Trainers, individuals will be qualified to train the 8 hour course: Child Development: How Genes and Environment Interact. Topic areas include: genetic predisposition; the interplay between genes and environments; critical periods of prenatal and postnatal development; toxic stress; trauma-informed care in child care settings.
Read MorePreventing Child Abuse and Neglect (06/16/21 - 09/30/21)
This course is designed to provide practitioners with an understanding of the professionals’ role in the prevention of child abuse and neglect. The module addresses the types of child abuse and neglect, signs of child abuse and neglect as well as ways in practitioners can minimize the chances of a child being abuse or neglected…
Read MoreProgram Leadership Essentials (06/16/21 - 09/30/21)
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 MoreStarting a Family Child Care Business (06/16/21 - 09/30/21)
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.
Read MoreSudden Unexpected Infant Death (06/16/21 - 09/30/21)
This training meets the new training requirement 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 MoreSupervising for Safety Legally Nonlicensed (06/16/21 - 09/30/21)
This course is required if you are providing legal nonlicensed child care to an unrelated child and want to be paid by the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP). It meets the health and safety training orientation requirement. Participants will explore challenges related to providing child care in their home for the children of families, friends…
Read MoreTerrific Transitions (06/16/21 - 09/30/21)
This course is designed to provide practitioners with an understanding of the challenges and opportunities associated with transition times between activities and spaces. The course addresses the developmental challenges associated with smooth transitions as well as methods for implementing transitions that minimize challenging behavior and take advantage of learning opportunities.
Read MoreThe Development of Executive Functioning in Early Childhood (06/16/21 - 09/30/21)
Explore the meaning of executive functioning and its three thinking processes: working memory; cognitive or mental flexibility; and impulse control or self-regulation. Consider how executive functioning develops and how its development can be supported by caregivers in early childhood programs. This course is an online self-paced module offered through Anytime Learning.
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