WIDA & Early Childhood Development (03/16/23 - 06/30/23)

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…

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Mentoring In Early Childhood Programs: Part Two (8pm) (04/21/23 - 05/20/23)

Apply mentoring communication strategies including building trusting and respectful relationships, using open-ended questions to build rapport, and giving and receiving feedback. Analyze the importance of culturally responsive practice and conflict resolution strategies related to the mentoring relationship. Understand resources available to mentors in early childhood programs. This is the second course in the two-part Mentoring…

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Mentoring In Early Childhood Programs: Part One (8pm) (03/17/23 - 04/15/23)

Analyze the concepts, goals, and possible outcomes of becoming a mentor and mentoring in early childhood programs. Examine the roles and responsibilities of mentors and mentees and the difference between mentoring and supervision. Understand and apply the ethical principles of mentorship, adult learning theory, the importance of appreciative advising and the role of reflection in…

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Toosinta Qaabilsan Heerka Koriimada Ubadka (Somali- Developmentally Appropriate Behavior Guidance) (03/16/23 - 06/30/23)

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,…

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(Spanish) Culturally Informed Practice in Early Childhood (03/16/23 - 06/30/23)

This is the Spanish language version of the Culturally Informed Practice In Early Childhood course in an online, asynchonous, Anytime Learning format. This course promotes an 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.

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Supervisión activa- niños con necesidades especiales (Active Supervision:Children with Special Needs (03/16/23 - 06/30/23)

Este entrenamiento cumple con el requisito anual de supervisión para los proveedores de cuidado infantil en casa. El programa de entrenamiento incluye las prácticas adecuadas para la supervisión activa en el ambiente de cuidado infantil en casa. El currículo del entrenamiento identifica los estándares de la Regla Dos de la Licencia para Minnesota, los estándares…

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El traumatismo craneoencefálico por maltrato (AHT Spanish version-DHS) (03/16/23 - 06/30/23)

Este entrenamiento acerca del tema el traumatismo craneoencefálico por maltrato cumple con los requisitos nuevos del Estado dirigido para los cuidadores que trabajan en guarderías en casa. El currículo cubre los síntomas y consecuencias del traumatismo craneoencefálico por maltrato, identifica estrategias de manejar la frustración y estrés y repasa el denuncio obligatorio del abuso infantil…

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(Somali) Culturally Informed Practice in Early Childhood (03/16/23 - 06/30/23)

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.

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Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (DHS) Somali (03/16/23 - 06/30/23)

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…

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(Somali) Health and Safety In-Service II – Child Care Centers (03/16/23 - 06/30/23)

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…

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(Somali) Health and Safety In-Service I – Child Care Centers (03/16/23 - 06/30/23)

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…

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