(Somali) Health and Safety I – Family Child Care (In-Service) (12/16/23 - 03/31/24)
This series based course intended for experienced providers meets 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 More(Somali) Getting to Know Minnesota’s Knowledge and Competency Framework – For Early Childhood Educators (12/16/23 - 03/31/24)
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 More(Somali) Ethics in the Early Childhood Profession – An Introduction (12/16/23 - 03/31/24)
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 More(Somali) Culturally Informed Practice in Early Childhood (12/16/23 - 03/31/24)
This is the Somali language version of the Culturally Informed Practice In Early Childhood online, asynchronous Anytime Learning format of the course. This course promotes awareness of culturally informed practices by introducing elements that guide the practice in early childhood settings. Discover how these quality practices can support and enhance your program.
Read More(Somali) Child Care Assistance Program Provider Orientation Training (12/16/23 - 03/31/24)
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 MoreSudden Unexpected Infant Death (DHS) Somali (12/16/23 - 03/31/24)
This training meets the new training requirements 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 More(AHT) Abusive Head Trauma (DHS) Somali (12/16/23 - 03/31/24)
The Abusive Head Trauma training will meet new state training requirements for Family Child Care providers. The training curriculum will address the symptoms and consequences of abusive head trauma; identify risk factors for abusive head trauma; identify strategies to use when frustrated and stressed; review mandatory child abuse and neglect reporting.
Read MoreActive Supervision – A Developmental Perspective (Hmong) (12/16/23 - 03/31/24)
Meets the Family Child Care provider annual supervision training requirement. This training curriculum will address best practices of active supervision in a family child care setting; describe the way in which supervision is impacted by a child’s development; explain characteristics typically associated with differing levels of development and their impact on supervision.
Read MoreMNCDA ETL Module 1-October 2023 (10/26/23 - 12/22/23)
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 More(Somali) Data Privacy and Security for Trainers (10/01/23 - 10/31/23)
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(Spanish) Data Privacy and Security for Trainers (10/01/23 - 10/31/23)
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 for Trainers (10/01/23 - 10/31/23)
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 MoreWIDA & Early Childhood Development (United Way) (10/01/23 - 11/05/23)
Explore the WIDA Early Years framework and its connection to the Minnesota Early Childhood Indicators of Progress. WIDA Early Years is a tool to support multi-language learners in early childhood classrooms, by identifying and celebrating their strengths while meeting their individual needs. WIDA Early Years has been aligned with the MN ECIPs to identify how…
Read MoreChild Care Aware of Minnesota New Trainer Orientation (09/15/23 - 08/31/24)
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 More(Spanish) Ethics in the Early Childhood Profession – An Introduction (09/16/23 - 12/31/23)
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 MoreToosinta Qaabilsan Heerka Koriimada Ubadka (Somali- Developmentally Appropriate Behavior Guidance) (09/16/23 - 12/31/23)
Tababarkani wuxuu buuxin afarta-saac oo Daryeelaha Ilmaha Guriga ku haya looga baahan yahay inuu waxka siyaadsado aqoonta xagga Toosinta iyo Habdhaqanka Akhlaaqda ilmaha (Child Development/Behavior Guidance). Tababarku wuxuu ka warbixin xaqiiqooyinka muhiimka u ah koritaanka maskaxda sanaddaha hore. Wuxuuna qeexidoonaa koriimadda la dhaqanka mushtamaca iyo dareenka nafsiyan, iyo saamaynta xiriirada ilmuhu ku leeyihiin. Ugu dambayn,…
Read MoreETL Instructor Classroom (09/01/23 - 09/30/24)
DHS Data Privacy and Security (09/01/23 - 08/31/24)
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. NOTE: Please check your Develop Learning Record 24 hours after completing this training…
Read MoreThe Power of Data (09/06/23 - 07/31/24)
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 MoreCreating the Changes You Wish to See in Your Own Program (09/06/23 - 07/31/24)
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.
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