Introduction to the Early Childhood Indicators of Progress for Directors or Program Administrators (09/16/20 - 12/31/20)
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 More(Spanish) Health and Safety II – Family Child Care (In-Service) (09/16/20 - 12/31/20)
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.
Read MoreProgram Leadership Essentials (09/16/20 - 12/31/20)
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 MoreIntroduction to the Early Childhood Indicators of Progress (ECIPs): MN Early Learning Standards (09/16/20 - 12/31/20)
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 MoreInfants, Toddlers and Their Families: Nurturing and Supporting Social Emotional Development (09/16/20 - 12/31/20)
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 MorePreventing Child Abuse and Neglect (09/16/20 - 12/31/20)
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 More(Spanish) Health and Safety I – Family Child Care (In-Service) (09/16/20 - 12/31/20)
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.
Read MoreInfants and Toddlers: Targeted Strategies to Build Social Emotional Skills (09/16/20 - 12/31/20)
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 MoreOral Health: Healthy Mouths and Teeth (09/16/20 - 12/31/20)
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 More(Spanish) Getting to Know Minnesota’s Knowledge and Competency Framework – For Early Childhood Educators (06/16/19 - 12/31/19)
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.
Read MoreInfants and Toddlers: A Relationship-based Approach to Challenging Behaviors – Examining Behaviors (09/16/20 - 12/31/20)
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 MoreMore than Child’s Play: Including All Toddlers and Preschoolers in Physical Activities (09/16/20 - 12/31/20)
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 More(Spanish) Ethics in the Early Childhood Profession – An Introduction (09/16/20 - 12/31/20)
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 MoreChildcareAlive!: Shaping the First Five – Healthy Eating and Active Play Curriculum (09/16/20 - 12/31/20)
Learn how to engage children and families with fun nutrition and active play lessons using the “ChildcareAlive!: Shaping the First Five” Guide. Discover best practices for teaching children about nutrition and leading them in structured physical activity. This is an online ATL Module
Read MoreChild Care Emergencies: Taking a Look (09/16/20 - 12/31/20)
Identify the risks and hazards that may affect your child care program and examine the best practices for protecting the children in your care. Review the emergency plans and discuss communicating, maintaining and practicing your emergency plan.This is an online ATL Module
Read MoreHealth and Safety In-Service II – Child Care Centers (09/16/20 - 12/31/20)
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…
Read MoreCDA Session The Resource Collection. Family Questionnaires, Competency Statements (Spanish) (09/16/20 - 12/31/20)
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.
Read MoreHealth and Safety In-Service I – Child Care Centers (09/16/20 - 12/31/20)
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…
Read MoreChild Care Assistance Program Provider Orientation Training (09/16/20 - 12/31/20)
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 MoreAges and Stages – An Overview of Early Childhood Development (09/16/20 - 12/31/20)
Learn to define the ages and stages of early childhood development focusing on milestones for infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Recognize red flags in children’s development and determine a plan for how to respond to them. This is an online ATL Module
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