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Self -Paced Training Options 
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The Developing Infant (Birth - 1 Month) - Self Paced - 2 Hour KCF I, CDA VIII

$25.00

2-Hour Course - Participate in this web-based course and identify how the whole child develops. Explore physical characteristics of development including development in motor skills, cognition, social/emotional development and speech and language. Recognize how to best support the development of infants in your care.  KCF I child development, CDA VIII Principals of Child Development and Learning.

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The Developing Infant (1-4 Months) - Self Paced - 2 Hour KCF I, CDA VIII

$25.00

Participate in this web-based course and recognize how to best support the development of infants in your care. Understanding how infants develop will help you plan for individual successes in each developmental domain including motor skills, cognition, social/emotional development, and speech/language. KCF 1, CDA 8 2-Hour Course

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Wondrous One's - Exploring 1 Year Old Development - Self Paced 2 Hour KCF I CDA VIII

$25.00

In this web-based training, learn how the 1-year old develops. Learn social/emotional development as well as cognition, speech/language, motor skills, and the importance of building positive relationships with this stage.

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The Developing Infant 4-8 Months - Self Paced - 2 hour KCF I CDA VIII

$25.00

Participate in this web-based course and identify how the whole child develops. Explore development in motor skills, cognition, speech and language, and the ever-important area of social and emotional development. Recognize how to best support the development of our youngest learners.

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And the Wolf Wore Shoes: Outdoors are Kids Getting Enough? - Self Paced- 2 Hour KCF IIA, CDA II

$25.00

2-hour Course - Explore this web-based course.

Examine the role of the childhood educator and recognize how to get children back into nature and the great outdoors. Learn about the history, explore activities, and understand the importance of the outdoors for children's successful development.

Knowledge and Competency Framework Area - IIA Creating Positive Learning Experiences

CDA Content Area II  Steps to Advance Physical and Intellectual Development

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Cultivating Knowledge Through Open Ended Discussions - Self Paced - 2 Hour KCF IIB, CDA II

$25.00

Explore this web-based course and identify what children know about the world around them. Encourage children's critical thinking by learning how to ask intentional questions that spark discussions. Recognize how to guide early learning in your child care setting (2 hours) KCF IIB, CDA 2

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A Burger For Me: Prop Box Play - Self Paced - 2 Hour KCF IIC CDA III

$25.00

A Burger for Me: Prop Box Play - Learn how prop boxes can enhance your child care environment in this web-based course. Play is important to the young child. This training allows students to explore ways that we can support learning through the use of prop boxes in our child care programs to keep children actively engaged and supported through play. 2 Hour Training KCF IIC CDA III

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Creating Social and Emotional Successes - Self Paced - 2 Hour Training - KCF IIC CDA III

$25.00

Explore this web-based training to build a child care environment that supports individuals by promoting positive, supportive interactions between ALL children. - 2 Hour KCF IIC CDA III

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Keeping Boredom at Bay: Outdoor Activities for Children - Self Paced - 2 Hour KCF IIA CDA II

$25.00

Learn how to keep children actively engaged and interested while outdoors through this web-based course. The discovery of providing a mix of teacher-led versus child-led activities into outdoor times supports children in the way they learn best while boosting wonder, peer play, and positive social interactions. Ideas will be shared to spark interest in what we can do with our outdoor play spaces to keep children interested in outdoor play. 2 hour training KCF IIA CDA II

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Literacy - Creating A Print Prosperous Environment - Self Paced - 2 Hour - KCF IIB CDA II

$25.00

Discover what every young child needs to build a foundation in literacy. This web-based course will break down the requirements of early literacy including, language, listening skills, and usual experiences with books. When children have these experiences they are much more likely to be successful in school. 

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Multi Sensory Experiences for Children - Self Paced - 2 Hour KCF IIA CDA II

$25.00

Learn what multi-sensory experiences are and why it needs to be considered when setting up a successful child care environment. Everyone experiences their environment in a differing way, explore a variety of multi-sensory activities to meet the need of all children, and how easy it can be to include these in your program. 2-hour training. KCF IIA CDA II Your course will expire one year from the date of purchase.

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Investigating What's Missing - An Environmental Look at Achieving Healthy Emotional Development - Self Paced - 2 Hour - KCF IIC CDA III

$25.00

Learn in this web-based training, the requirements necessary to support young children in maintaining control over their environment. Learn the signs of arousal and how to use these tools to support a child in the reduction of emotional, cognitive, and physical challenges.

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Effective Communication With Families - Self Paced - 2 Hour KCF III, CDA IV

$25.00

Explore the importance of daily communication and relationships to best support the children in our care in this online course. Use this knowledge to identify what you can do to help children thrive.  KCF III, CDA IV - 2 hour session.


Your course link will be attached to your email receipt and must be completed within one year of purchase.

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Building Relationships with Families: The Beginning - Self Paced - 2 Hr - KCF III CDA IV

$25.00

Participate in this session to recognize the importance of families passing their traditions and culture on to their children. From the simple beginnings of a given name, build relationships with families and explore how to support children in your program.

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Knock, Knock, Who’s There – Bringing Family Culture To Our Program - Self Paced - 2 Hour - KCF III CDA IV

$25.00

Explore the importance of families passing their traditions and culture on to their children. Use this knowledge to create a diverse learning environment. Explore and develop activities that support children’s culture and traditions. Your course expires one year from the date of your purchase.

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Butcher, Baker, Candlstick Maker - Parents Supporting Your Program - Self Paced - KCF III Relationships with Families, CDA IV

$25.00

Explore this web-based course and review the importance of families passing their traditions and culture on to their children. Use this knowledge to proactively support and include family talents, skills, and cultural practices in your program’s learning environment.


Your course expires one year from the date of purchase. Your email receipt will have your course links attached.

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Building Your Family Child Care Business - The Interview Process - Self Paced - 2 Hour KCF VI CDA VI

$25.00

In this web-based course, explore how to make and use an interview book to secure families into your childcare program. Investigate what is essential to include to get that family enrolled in your program. (Bring a copy of your current policy and contract to guide you in your thought process)

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Building Lasting Relationships - Self Paced - 2 Hour KCF VI, CDA VI

$25.00

Explore this web-based training to learn the four communication styles along with temperament traits to best understand how to support relationships with those around you, including children, staff, and the families you serve. KCF VI, CDA VI - 2-Hour Course

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ADHD: Supporting the Child - Self Paced - 2 Hours KCF IIC, CDA III

$25.00

Examine ADHD in this web-based course. Gain an understanding of the disability and exercise strategies that will turn challenges into successes for the child and the program.

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Developing Successful Transitions During a Childs Busy Day - Self Paced - 2 Hour KCF IIC, CDA III

$25.00

Explore this web-based course to recognize, reduce, and plan for the many transitions that children are required to maneuver each day. With the high stakes of helping children to be successful, explore some transitional strategies that can reduce anxiety and boredom, allowing children to be successful. KCF IIC, CDA III 2 Hours licensing credit upon completion.

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Live Zoom Options  

Contact us today to schedule a live event for your program. 
We can do groups of any size and can schedule day or evening to meet your needs.  651-214-1459.
 (your link will be sent the day of your training for all live zoom sessions)

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