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State Approval Information for Oregon

The following courses on Continued Early Childhood Education may count toward your Oregon child care licensing and registry requirements as "No Set" trainings.

If you are looking for courses to meet your state teacher licensing requirements, please refer to your state department of education for information on acceptable courses. Meanwhile, feel free to search our library for courses that may be helpful to your professional development.

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IFSP/IEP Writing and Team Collaboration
Presented by Amy Schlessman, BS, MPT, DPT, DHS
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Course: #32666Level: Introductory2 Hours
Sharpen your IFSP/IEP writing skills, including writing collaborative IFSP/IEP goals.

Autism, Developmental Delays, and Behavior, in partnership with Region 9 Head Start Association
Presented by Jesse Bernal, MA, LMFT
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Course: #32623Level: Introductory2 Hours
This course will increase foundational understanding of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and related developmental delays. Participants will learn strategies to support the inclusion of children with diverse learning needs, presented in partnership with Region 9 Head Start Association's Training West.

Understanding Early Childhood Diagnosis: What Preschool Teachers Need to Know
Presented by Karalynn Royster, PsyD, IMH-E®
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Course: #32617Level: Intermediate2 Hours
This course will support early childhood educators in recognizing, understanding, and responding to various presentations of mental health disorders in preschool-age children.

Through Thick and Thin: Use of Thickeners in Children with Swallowing Disorders
Presented by Angela Mansolillo, MA, CCC-SLP, BCS-S
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Course: #32584Level: Intermediate1 Hour
Infants and children with swallowing disorders often use thickened liquids to increase their swallow safety and comfort. This course provides educators with information regarding thickener types, uses, and precautions to ensure consistent implementation in home, educational, and center-based settings.

Cerebral Palsy for Early Childhood Educators
Presented by Patti Sharp, OTD, MS, OTR/L, BCP
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Course: #32417Level: Introductory1 Hour
Cerebral Palsy (CP) is the most common physical disability in children, likely to be seen by early childhood educators in all settings. Learn about the disorder, its causes, and how it may impact a child’s abilities in school. Recommendations for increasing independence and participation are provided.

Meeting in the Middle: Parent’s Perspective of Educating a Child with Special Needs
Presented by Cara Koscinski, OTD, MOT, OTR/L, CAS
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Course: #32414Level: Intermediate1 Hour
A special partnership exists between educators and parents of children with special needs. Learn ways to approach partnerships and communication with these parents.

Sensory Processing for Early Education
Presented by Jamie Cruz, MOT, OTR/L, Emily Dassow, BS, OTR/L
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Course: #32307Level: Advanced6 Hours
Learn about sensory processing including definitions, observable behaviors, and strategies for school and home for proprioception, vestibular, tactile, auditory, taste, and smell. Teacher collaboration and real-world application are presented.

CDA Renewal - Family Child Care, Part B
Presented by Christy Jones-Hudson, MA, IMH-E®, Angie Neal, MS, CCC-SLP, Allie Bishop Pasquier, MS, Amber Tankersley, PhD, Kelly Gfroerer, PhD, LPC, Rachel Wagner, MSW, Jennifer McCroddan, BA, Stephanie Goloway, EdD
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Course: #35106Level: Intermediate9 Hours
Learn ways to work with young children with special needs and their families, connect with and manage challenging behavior, and improve their physical, intellectual, and social-emotional skills. This course is one of five parts that together comprise a 45-hour package of CDA renewal coursework specific and relevant for the Family Child Care setting. Each part includes 9 hours of content. Parts belonging to this package are labeled “CDA Renewal - Family Child Care, Part A” through “CDA Renewal - Family Child Care, Part E” and may be completed in any order.

CDA Renewal - Preschool, Part B
Presented by Christy Jones-Hudson, MA, IMH-E®, Angie Neal, MS, CCC-SLP, Allie Bishop Pasquier, MS, Amber Tankersley, PhD, Kelly Gfroerer, PhD, LPC, Rachel Wagner, MSW, Jennifer McCroddan, BA, Stephanie Goloway, EdD
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Course: #32234Level: Intermediate9 Hours
Learn ways to work with preschool children with special needs and their families, connect with and manage challenging behavior of preschool children, and improve physical, intellectual, and social-emotional skills of preschoolers. This course is one of five parts that together comprise a 45-hour package of CDA renewal coursework specific and relevant for the Preschool setting. Each part includes 9 hours of content. Parts belonging to this package are labeled “CDA Renewal - Preschool, Part A” through “CDA Renewal - Preschool, Part E” and may be completed in any order.

CDA Renewal - Infant and Toddler, Part B
Presented by Christy Jones-Hudson, MA, IMH-E®, Lauren Starnes, PhD, EdD, Carrie Fruin, EdS, Tonya R. Hayes, MEd, Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, Charlotte Hendricks, PhD, Julie Nicholson, PhD, Crystal McClendon-Gourdine, PhD, Jess Bernal, MA, LMFT, Julie Kurtz, MS
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Course: #32252Level: Intermediate9 Hours
Learn ways to support brain development of infants and toddlers, create safe and equitable environments, and support parents of children with special needs. This course is one of five parts that together comprise a 45-hour package of CDA renewal coursework specific and relevant for the Infant and Toddler setting. Each part includes 9 hours of content. Parts belonging to this package are labeled “CDA Renewal - Infant and Toddler, Part A” through “CDA Renewal - Infant and Toddler, Part E” and may be completed in any order.