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Creating a Sense of Community in Early Learning Environments (03/16/23 - 06/30/23)

Demonstrate skills and techniques to increase family engagement through creating community-based projects and initiatives. Early childhood education program leaders and teachers will learn key communication strategies to promote family engagement from families of all cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Participants will distinguish the importance of parent involvement in the early years of a child’s development by…

Creating a Positive Work Environment (03/16/23 - 06/30/23)

Learn about the early childhood Work Environment and some related tools and ideas for creating or maintaining a positive, and productive organization climate. Identify the impact of the work environment in the broader early childhood program; link leadership actions to the various dimensions of a positive and productive environment; and develop awareness of specific policies…

Choosing Early Childhood Curriculum: An Overview and Discussion (03/16/23 - 06/30/23)

In this interactive session, participants will discuss the nature of curriculum and will explore the essential elements of a high quality early childhood curriculum. Strategies and considerations for selecting a curriculum will be presented. Throughout the session, participants will have opportunities to ‘meet’ various early childhood curricula and discuss the strengths and opportunities each presents.…

ChildcareAlive!: Shaping the First Five – Healthy Eating and Active Play Curriculum (03/16/23 - 06/30/23)

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

Child Care Assistance Program Provider Orientation Training (03/16/23 - 06/30/23)

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.

Challenges in Feeding Young Children in Child Care (03/16/23 - 06/30/23)

An estimated 25% of typically developing young children and up to 35% of children with neurodevelopmental disabilities experience feeding problems such as poor feeding because of organic causes or highly selective food behaviors. Problems with feeding may lead to significant negative nutritional, developmental and psychological issues such as failure to thrive, impaired parent/child interaction and…

CDA Session The CDA Exam & Verification (03/16/23 - 06/30/23)

Begin preparing for the CDA exam by taking practice tests and fine tuning your CDA knowledge. In addition gather facts about the verification visit and what to expect. This is an online ATL module

CDA Session Reflecting on the Family Questionnaire & Writing the Prof Philosophy Statement (03/16/23 - 06/30/23)

Examine how to create and disseminate the family questionnaire required for your CDA. In addition you will create a philosophy statement about your Early Childhood beliefs. This is an online module through ATL

CDA Session The Resource Collection. Family Questionnaires, Competency Statements (03/16/23 - 06/30/23)

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

CDA Session Professional Portfolio & Conducting a Self-Study (03/16/23 - 06/30/23)

Prepare key documents in preparation for the CDA Exam and Verification Visit, including the Professional Portfolio, the Statements of Competence, and the Professional Philosophy Statement. This is a an online module through ATL

CDA Session Getting Started (03/16/23 - 06/30/23)

Participants prepare key documents in preparation for the CDA Exam and Verification Visit, including the Professional Portfolio, the Statements of Competence, and the Professional Philosophy Statement. This is an online ATL Module

Basics of Licensed Family Child Care for Substitutes (03/16/23 - 06/30/23)

Awareness to Action and Understanding and Responding to Children’s Sexual Behaviors (03/16/23 - 06/30/23)

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

Authentic Observation (03/16/23 - 06/30/23)

In this interactive, two hour session participants will be introduced to child observation and the tools of objective observation. Participants will discuss the rationale for child observation, will practice observation techniques and will discuss ways in which to use observation information to individualize care and learning environments.

Assessment: Informing Curriculum and Instruction (03/16/23 - 06/30/23)

Explore techniques for using assessment data to guide curriculum planning and goal setting. Consider methods for adjusting interactions and environments to support individuals and groups. Practice observation, documentation and data analysis to guide individualized and group planning and goal setting.

Assessment: Deepening Your Practice (03/16/23 - 06/30/23)

Explore a variety of methods of creating interactive assessment documentation such as portfolios and Learning Stories. Utilize assessment documentation to increase child engagement and learning. Examine methods for actively engaging families in the assessment and goal setting process.

Assessment: Individualizing Your Practice (03/16/23 - 06/30/23)

Explore strategies to deepen observation, assessment and individualized planning for all children based on individual needs. Access a variety of developmental resources. Practice individualizing assessment and planning based on temperament, language, and special needs.

Assessment: Focus on Observation and Documentation (03/16/23 - 06/30/23)

Identify best practice for high-quality observation and documentation in early childhood settings. Practice objective observations of individuals as well as groups. Explore a variety of tools and strategies to support effective observation and documentation.

Assessment: An Overview (03/16/23 - 06/30/23)

Consider the importance of using assessment in early childhood settings. Explore the steps of the authentic assessment cycle and how to embed them in your practice. Compare the ideas discussed with the best practice recommendations from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).

Ages and Stages – An Overview of Early Childhood Development (03/16/23 - 06/30/23)

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