Understanding Bullying and Finding Solutions (09/16/18 - 12/31/18)
Discover the definition of bullying and describe what it looks like for very young children through older teens. In addition explore the impact of bullying, the reasons why people bully, as well as how to respond. This is an online module through Anytime Learning
Read MoreUnderstanding Behavior: Making Sense of What You See and Hear (09/16/18 - 12/31/18)
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 how very young children’s behavior is a form of communication and has meaning; and strategies to use to increase their capacity to support positive social emotional development through positive…
Read MoreThe Development of Executive Functioning in Early Childhood (09/16/18 - 12/31/18)
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.
Read MoreObservation and Documentation: Using Program Information for Decision-Making (02/04/19 - 02/25/19)
This course will describe the components of authentic assessment, of which observation is key; describe how observation and documentation are used in making program decisions; and how to develop lesson plans using the Minnesota Early Indicators of Progress as a guide.
Read MoreTransforming Minnesota’s Early Childhood Workforce (09/16/18 - 12/31/18)
Inform stakeholders on the status of Minnesota’s Early Childhood Workforce and gather input from key stakeholders on the issues and strategies identified as most significant in Minnesota. The input of early childhood stakeholders is critical to developing and implementing a plan for transforming Minnesota’s early childhood workforce. This is an ATL online module.
Read MoreCreating Cultural Connections in Child Care (02/05/19 - 02/26/19)
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 MoreTerrific Transitions (09/16/18 - 12/31/18)
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 MoreMarketing for Success: Growing Your Child Care Business (06/11/19 - 06/25/19)
This course covers the importance of a marketing plan in reaching and maintaining enrollment goals in a childcare business, and provides an overview of basic marketing principles and concepts. Participants will gain skills to develop a marketing plan through practical application of concepts in the child care field.
Read MoreSupervising for Safety Legally Nonlicensed (09/16/18 - 12/31/18)
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 MoreMarketing for Success: Growing Your Child Care Business (02/18/19 - 03/04/19)
This course covers the importance of a marketing plan in reaching and maintaining enrollment goals in a childcare business, and provides an overview of basic marketing principles and concepts. Participants will gain skills to develop a marketing plan through practical application of concepts in the child care field.
Read MoreSudden Unexpected Infant Death (09/16/18 - 12/31/18)
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 MoreUnderstanding and Responding to Adults’ Behaviors with Children while Creating Safe Environments (09/16/18 - 12/31/18)
In this module you will discover how to speak up about children’s safety in regard to sexual abuse. In addition you will examine how to create a safe environment through your policies and procedures. This is an online course offered through Anytime Learning
Read MoreMarketing for Success: Growing Your Child Care Business (02/07/19 - 02/28/19)
This course covers the importance of a marketing plan in reaching and maintaining enrollment goals in a childcare business, and provides an overview of basic marketing principles and concepts. Participants will gain skills to develop a marketing plan through practical application of concepts in the child care field.
Read MoreAwareness to Action and Understanding and Responding to Children’s Sexual Behaviors (09/16/18 - 12/31/18)
In this module you will identify tips for preventing the sexual abuse of children by raising awareness of the scope of the issue. You will also recognize developmentally expected sexual behaviors in early childhood/school age children. This is an online course offered through Anytime Learning
Read MoreStarting a Family Child Care Business (09/16/18 - 12/31/18)
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 MoreProgram Leadership Essentials (09/16/18 - 12/31/18)
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 MoreAdult Learning Module 2: Design Skills (04/15/19 - 04/29/19)
In this course Participants will be introduced to the principles associated with designing content-based training. Among other topics, participants will develop training objectives, discuss the use of the learning cycle in training design and consider evaluation strategies for measuring the effectiveness of a training session. Participants will apply their knowledge using Achieve’s Course Approval process.
Read MorePreventing Child Abuse and Neglect (09/16/18 - 12/31/18)
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 MoreAdult Learning Module 2: Design Skills (02/14/19 - 02/28/19)
In this course Participants will be introduced to the principles associated with designing content-based training. Among other topics, participants will develop training objectives, discuss the use of the learning cycle in training design and consider evaluation strategies for measuring the effectiveness of a training session. Participants will apply their knowledge using Achieve’s Course Approval process.
Read MoreOral Health: Healthy Mouths and Teeth (09/16/18 - 12/31/18)
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
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