Training to understand best practices for physical activity, its benefits, and strategies in early childhood settings.

Symptoms of child mental health disorders are explained with strategies for how child care workers can help.

From email to apps, explore how technology can save and protect your time in the classroom and at home.

Over 15 million children in the U.S. each year witness violence in their homes. Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), including children’s exposure to domestic violence, have powerful short- and long-term effects on children’s development. This training helps participants understand the family dynamics of abuse and the impact of domestic violence trauma on physical and emotional development.

Social distancing and virtual learning have caused many parents to worry about their children's development. The instructor will discuss ways parents can support their children's social skills and school readiness. Class attendees will leave with simple strategies to implement at home and increased confidence in supporting families.

We will explore the dynamics of implicit bias and its impact on early childhood programs and examine how we can create equitable and anti-bias educational experiences for young children.

This course will provide information to assist with effectively communicating with families and meeting them where they are. We will discuss communication, conflict, development, building relationships, resources, and advocacy.

I used to ask my parents to donate old socks, pantyhose, and dish brushes to teach the arts! Learn best practices in art and learn new ideas to facilitate art with young children!

We will discover strategies to create or enhance a culturally responsive early learning environment, celebrate all aspects of children’s identities, and collaborate with families to foster young children’s positive racial identities.

We will acquire practical strategies to enhance our awareness of how cultural practices are rooted in children’s behavior. We will learn how to be more receptive to children’s distinctive needs to ensure all children receive the support they require for optimal learning and development.