Stress is real and it can be toxic. We can counter the toxic effects by focusing on what we can control and by building core capabilities. This workshop uses videos and an online game to show us how making the changes we can make offers a positive response to stress and creates stronger communities.

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THIS IS A HYBRID EXPERIENCE TO BE COMPLETED ON YOUR OWN SCHEDULE. The self-paced course module will be open from 3/1/2023 -3/31/2023. Requirements for this course are the ability to access email to receive directions and internet access to view video(s). After the submission of the self-paced reflection, a PD Coordinator will reach out to you to reflect on the responses in the module and the next steps.

This self-paced professional development provides an overview of a variety of types of community resources that we can make available to our families. You will watch a webinar that will provide an overview of each type of resource and then answer follow up reflection questions. A list of community resources as well as a blank community inventory will be available for you to click and print for use with your program. You may also find additional resources that you want to add to this list.

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THIS IS A VIRTUAL COURSE TO BE COMPLETED ON YOUR OWN SCHEDULE AND WILL NOT BE MEETING IN PERSON. The self-paced module will open 3/1/23-3/31/23. Requirements for this course are the ability to access email to receive directions and internet access to view video(s) and complete a reflection form within the allotted timeframe.

This self-paced professional development is based on research from Teachstone CLASS program. CLASS uses research-driven insights to improve teacher interactions. Having a supportive, structured and engaging classroom experience will create a positive climate in your environment. When the atmosphere in your program is positive, children want to be present, learn and engage. They build connections and social skills that carry throughout their educational journey.

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THIS IS A VIRTUAL COURSE TO BE COMPLETED ON YOUR OWN SCHEDULE AND WILL NOT BE MEETING IN PERSON. The self-paced module will open 3/1/23-3/31/23. Requirements for this course are the ability to access email to receive directions and internet access to view video(s) and complete a reflection form within the allotted timeframe.

Family involvement is essential to helping all preschool children prepare academically for kindergarten and beyond and fathers play a vital role in their child's development. In this workshop, you will explore the benefits of engaging fathers as well as mothers in your program. After completing this self-paced workshop, participants will be able to: Describe the effect of a father’s engagement on children’s well-being and development. Develop ideas to incorporate behaviors common to dads into your own teaching practice. Describe characteristics of program events that are appealing to fathers or father figures.

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THIS IS A VIRTUAL COURSE TO BE COMPLETED ON YOUR OWN SCHEDULE AND WILL NOT BE MEETING IN PERSON. The self-paced module will open 3/1/23-3/31/23. Requirements for this course are the ability to access email to receive directions and internet access to view video(s) and complete a reflection form within the allotted timeframe.

Research shows that spending time outdoors has a variety of benefits for children (and adults) ranging from social emotional to academic. In this workshop, participants will explore these benefits and learn about ways to use the outdoors as an extended classroom. Wondering how to get started? Videos featuring programs and teachers describe the process of shifting from primarily indoor classrooms to outdoor classrooms and highlight the positive impacts on development and learning. Participants will consider materials, learning experiences and centers to implement aspects of an outdoor classroom in their own programs.

Additional Info:

THIS IS A VIRTUAL COURSE TO BE COMPLETED ON YOUR OWN SCHEDULE AND WILL NOT BE MEETING IN PERSON. The self-paced module will open 3/1/23-3/31/23. Requirements for this course are the ability to access email to receive directions and internet access to view video(s) and complete a reflection form within the allotted timeframe.

Risk management is all about being proactive instead of reactive. It is our job to anticipate situations that can lead to injury, suffering and significant expense and then taking steps to reduce the chance of those situations occurring. This self-paced workshop will go through the types of risk management needed to operate an early care program safely as well as steps to take to implement risk assessments.

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THIS IS A VIRTUAL COURSE TO BE COMPLETED ON YOUR OWN SCHEDULE AND WILL NOT BE MEETING IN PERSON. The self-paced module will open 3/1/23-3/31/23. Requirements for this course are the ability to access email to receive directions and internet access to view video(s) and complete a reflection form within the allotted timeframe.

CENTER-BASED ADMINISTRATORS AND LARGE FAMILY CHILD CARE PROVIDERS ONLY: This workshop is part of the Strengthening Business Practices for Child Care Programs series, a business practice curriculum designed by The National Center on Early Childhood Quality Assurance. The content and activities are designed to strengthen providers’ foundational knowledge of sound fiscal management and business operations. This module will support program leadership to understand best practices related to recruiting, interviewing, and hiring new employees. This will be done through building an effective orientation plan for new employees, becoming familiar with the components of a staff handbook, and exploring strategies for providing feedback to employees. THIS PLUS WORKSHOP INCLUDES 4 QUALITY-ASSURED FOLLOW-UP COACHING SESSIONS. Program leaders attend a 3-hour workshop exploring effective practices related to recruitment and retention. In the weeks following the workshop, program leaders will engage in quality intensive coaching with the goal of reflecting on their current recruitment and retention practices and developing a plan of action for quality improvement.

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Private Session

Research shows that spending time outdoors has a variety of benefits for children (and adults) ranging from social emotional to academic. In this workshop, participants will explore these benefits and learn about ways to use the outdoors as an extended classroom. Wondering how to get started? Videos featuring programs and teachers describe the process of shifting from primarily indoor classrooms to outdoor classrooms and highlight the positive impacts on development and learning. Participants will consider materials, learning experiences and centers to implement aspects of an outdoor classroom in their own programs.

Additional Info:

THIS IS A VIRTUAL COURSE TO BE COMPLETED ON YOUR OWN SCHEDULE AND WILL NOT BE MEETING IN PERSON. Requirements for this course are the ability to access email to receive directions and internet access to view video(s).

In our rapidly developing world, when our school agers graduate from high school they will be entering careers that may not even exist yet! We have to prepare them for the demands of the future by helping them build the character skills needed to be successful in a future job market. Participants will listen to a TedX speech on the importance of building character traits and the impact this will have on their development. Then listen to examples of how we can build these skills in our Before and After Care School-Age programs and create your own strategies to use with the children. This course is specifically for professionals who work with children in kindergarten and up!

Additional Info:

THIS IS A VIRTUAL COURSE TO BE COMPLETED ON YOUR OWN SCHEDULE AND WILL NOT BE MEETING IN PERSON. The self-paced module will open 3/1/23-3/31/23. Requirements for this course are the ability to access email to receive directions and internet access to view video(s) and complete a reflection form within the allotted timeframe.

Relationships are the heart of infant and toddler development. In the first of two workshop sessions, we will discuss the rapid development and learning that happens during this time period, explore the essential role of the family child care professional in infant/toddler curriculum, and learn how relationship-based care supports family child care professionals in their work with infants and toddlers. In the second session, we will examine the benefits and implementation of individualized and culturally responsive care in supporting infant/toddler development. This workshop is an excerpt of the Program for Infant/Toddler Care’s “Six Essential Program Practices for Relationship-Based Care.” This PLUS workshop includes 1 Quality-Assured Group Reflective Experience. Family Child Care Professionals attend a 4-hour workshop exploring the significance of relationships in caring for infants and toddlers. In the weeks following the workshop, professionals will engage in a Group Reflective Experience to reflect on the workshop content and how they may want to move forward with the new information."

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THIS IS A VIRTUAL COURSE AND WILL MEET ON ZOOM. Requirements of this course are the ability to participate in Live Zoom sessions (required for credit.)

Class Times

 

03/06/2023 06:30 pm

03/08/2023 06:30 pm

03/14/2023 01:30 pm

Developmental screening is used to document aspects of a child’s development, while identifying children who may be at risk for developmental concerns. Participants will learn about the importance of screening, and will explore features of the Ages & Stages-3 Questionnaire (ASQ-3) and the ASQ: Social-Emotional Questionnaire (ASQ:SE-2) while practicing the process of administering, scoring and translating results. Participants will be able help families understand the benefits of being involved in the screening process, while respecting the family's culture and values.

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Zoom information will be in my email to participants prior to the training.

This training will: a) introduce participants to the importance of developmental monitoring; (b) provide an overview of the state’s developmental screener - the Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ); (c) explain the state’s process for referring children to early intervention services; and (d) describe the types of early intervention services available to different ages of children.

Developing a close and secure connection is one of the most important jobs infant and toddler caregivers and educators have. The first three years of life is a period of rapid and significant brain growth. Strong caregiver-infant relationships and responsive interactions shape the brain, supports social development, and promotes lifelong psychological and emotional functioning. Let's explore the connection between relationships and brain development today so you can build stronger caregiver-infant relationships tomorrow!

Additional Info:

THIS IS A VIRTUAL COURSE AND WILL MEET ON ZOOM. Requirements of this course are the ability to participate in Live Zoom sessions (required for credit.)

Class Times

 

03/13/2023 07:30 pm

04/24/2023 06:30 pm

05/08/2023 06:30 pm