Promoting Healthy Eating and Physical Development in Child Care Programs (07/27/23 - 08/25/23)
Understand important influencers of healthy eating and physical activity in young children. Describe healthy eating and physical activity recommendations for young children and the benefits of these behaviors. Discuss how childcare plays a role in healthy physical development for young children. Describe activities that can be incorporated in childcare that promote healthy physical development for…
Read MoreFamily Systems Theory in the Context of Early Childhood Settings (07/28/23 - 08/26/23)
This course provides an overview of Family Systems Theory which represents a shift in focus from considering the individual child only, to the child within the context of her/his family and community. Family systems theory provides another tool in the provider toolbox for understanding why children and parents act or think the way they do.…
Read MoreGood Teaching is Good Teaching Anytime (07/04/23 - 08/09/23)
Examine best practices of adult education and how they transfer to online education. Specific focus will be on adult learning theory, environments and implementation into online education. In addition become familiar with how to promote effective communication among students and between students and instructors in online courses, focusing on individualizing approaches for each student.
Read MoreNutrition in Children from Birth to Six Years (07/05/23 - 07/27/23)
This course will cover healthy eating behavior of infants, toddlers and preschoolers, explain current eating patterns of young American children including information about food insecurity; the role of good nutrition in children’s physical, mental, and social/emotional development; and high-quality foods from many cultures.
Read MoreIntroduction to Children with Special Needs (07/07/23 - 07/29/23)
The incidence of varying disabilities and special needs continue to increase and most child care providers will have the opportunity to care for children with special needs. This workshop will review some of the red flags for developmental concern including challenging behavior and some of the diagnosis most commonly seen. The workshop will also review…
Read MoreWeaving Literacy into Math and Science Activities (06/09/23 - 07/01/23)
Advanced Implementation of Early Literacy in Your Early Childhood Program level 3 focuses on the integration of early literacy into math and science learning activities. Also addressed is how to adapt early literacy activities for math and science for children who are dual language learners and for children with special needs.
Read MoreBasic Child Development (05/31/23 - 06/29/23)
All children are born eager to explore their world and master their development. Join us for this foundational training in which we review the theories of child development, the importance of developmentally appropriate practice, the developmental milestones of the first five years of life, including brain development and factors that can influence child growth and…
Read MoreEarly Literacy: How Children Learn Language (05/03/23 - 05/25/23)
Leading the Way to Trauma-Responsive Care (Region 4) (05/31/23 - 06/22/23)
This online course is the fifth module of the Trauma Responsive Care series and focuses on caregiver wellness and well-being. This module can be taken as part of the series or as a standalone course. Caregivers will explore how stress and trauma may impact them and how they can safeguard the most important protective factors—themselves.…
Read MoreCaring for the Caregiver (Region 4) (05/03/23 - 05/25/23)
This online course is the fifth module of the Trauma Responsive Care series and focuses on caregiver wellness and well-being. This module can be taken as part of the series or as a standalone course. Caregivers will explore how stress and trauma may impact them and how they can safeguard the most important protective factors—themselves.…
Read MoreTrauma-Responsive Care for Infants and Toddlers in Child Care (Region 4) (03/22/23 - 04/27/23)
This online course is consists of Modules 1-4 of the Trauma Responsive Care series and will explore the topic of trauma and trauma responsive care and how child care providers can apply best practices in serving the children and families in child care. All of the trauma learning content and many of the concepts in…
Read MoreDeveloping Human Resources in Early Childhood Programs #33 (09/07/23 - 10/13/23)
Identify and illustrate knowledge of each step in the employee life cycle – recruitment; selection; orientation (on boarding); supervision and development; and retention. Through reading, video, discussion, and practical application activities participants development skills needed to manage the most important program resource – the center staff.
Read MoreConsidering Sensory Processing In Child Care Settings (Online)* (06/29/23 - 06/29/23)
OBJECTIVES List examples of sensory seeking and sensory avoiding behaviors. Explain strategies and tools that assist children in calming down and alerting their sensory system.
Read MorePhysical Development of Children (Online)* (06/12/23 - 06/12/23)
Course Objectives: To clarify why physical development precedes intellectual development. To explore ways to create a daily schedule and environment conducive to physical development.
Read MoreLearning Centers-What That Looks Like For An In-Home Family Childcare (Online)* (05/24/23 - 05/24/23)
Objectives: Describe different learning centers and their importance for family childcare. Explain the steps that should occur when organizing the learning centers.
Read MoreMovement is the Key to Learning (04/20/23 - 04/20/23)
Objectives: Understand how reading a book requires subtle eye muscle movement just like kicking a ball requires large motor movements. Discover the relationship between movement and learning. Explore the physical skills of learning and their direct and immediate effects on one’s ability to focus, remain centered and think rationally. This ONLINE Zoom workshop is based…
Read MoreOutdoor Play: Creating Engaging Environments (Online)* (05/11/23 - 05/11/23)
Objectives: Understand the benefits and importance of engaging outdoor environments in young children’s development. Explore activities and materials needed to implement more engaging outdoor play environments. Design an engaging outdoor plan for your early childhood space.
Read More(Spanish) Supervising for Safety Legally Non-Licensed (03/16/23 - 06/30/23)
This course is taught in Spanish. 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…
Read MoreSupporting Families and Attachment: A Roadmap to Understanding (Online) (04/04/23 - 04/25/23)
The Child Development Associate® (CDA) Credential™: CDA Exam and The Verification Visit (03/16/23 - 06/30/23)
Examine the CDA application, portfolio structure and prepare for a self-study and exam. Practice CDA exam questions and reflect on professional strengths and areas for growth.
Read More