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State Approval Information for North Carolina

The following courses on Continued Early Childhood Education are approved by the North Carolina DCDEE to count towards child care licensing in-service training hours.

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. Select "all states" in the state approvals menu to see our full library of course offerings.

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Imagination Yoga - Inspiring Kids to Move, in partnership with Region 9 Head Start Association
Presented by Jamie Dix, BS
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Course: #32407Level: Introductory1 Hour
In this fun and interactive course, learn developmentally appropriate kids' yoga poses, an activity supporting early literacy, and activities to intentionally practice kindness, calm, and concentration. Gain integration ideas for directors, teachers, home visitors, and parents. No previous yoga experience necessary. Presented in partnership with Region 9 Head Start Association's Training West.

Music and Movement Activities that Support Young Children's Social and Emotional Development
Presented by Lili M. Levinowitz, PhD
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Course: #32328Level: Introductory1 Hour
Learn how music and movement activities can support social-emotional development in young children and experience songs to use in your classroom.

Place-Based Learning - Connecting Young Children to Their Communities & Environments
Presented by Hilary Seitz, PhD
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Course: #32396Level: Intermediate1 Hour
Learn about place-based learning and how to connect to "Our Place," our communities, and build curriculum. Examples of "Our Place" are shared as well as how to implement a place-based learning project with young children.

Drawing from the Reggio Emilia Approach to Inspire Connection, Creativity, and Curiosity in the Classroom
Presented by Sarah Ozuna Brown, MS
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Course: #32390Level: Intermediate1 Hour
Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, this session explores the symbiotic relationship between a child's three teachers: primary caregiver, classroom teacher, and environment. Explore how to strengthen the relationships between the three teachers for a more connected and well-rounded learning experience for children and learn ways to implement Reggio Emilia-inspired practices into your practices to build an optimal learning environment for children.

Cultural Differences – Communication and Conflict Resolution Styles
Presented by Rebecca Slaby, MEd
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Course: #32266Level: Intermediate1 Hour
Deepen your understanding of how culture influences different communication styles, which can often lead to misunderstanding and conflict. Examine communication and conflict styles and learn new strategies for identifying barriers to healthy communication and managing conflict in the workplace.

Balancing the Classroom Canoe
Presented by Sandra Duncan, BA, MS, EdD
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Course: #32261Level: Intermediate1 Hour
Learn about the importance of a built environment and how it can impact children’s growth and development as well as easy-to-implement strategies for balancing a classroom environment.

Helping Young Children Develop a Positive Sense of Self
Presented by Amber Tankersley, PhD
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Course: #32254Level: Introductory1 Hour
This course highlights the importance of social competence and a child's sense of self. Strategies focus on how adults help children develop a positive sense of self.

CDA Renewal - Infant and Toddler, Part A
Presented by Jean Barbre, EdD, Kathleen Seabolt, EdD, Sandra Duncan, BA, MS, EdD, Tina Pennington, MNSc, RNC-NIC, Delia Vicente, MA, Patty Velasco, MA, LMFT
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Course: #32236Level: Intermediate9 Hours
Learn how to create a positive early childhood environment for infants and toddlers, explore development of infants and toddlers, and learn about fetal development and the birth process. 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.

CDA Renewal - Preschool, Part A
Presented by Carrie Fruin, EdS, Lauren Starnes, PhD, EdD, Kelly Gfroerer, PhD, LPC, Jess Bernal, MA, LMFT, Julie Nicholson, PhD, Crystal McClendon-Gourdine, PhD, Sandra Duncan, BA, MS, EdD, Amber Tankersley, PhD
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Course: #32246Level: Intermediate9 Hours
Learn ways to support brain development and executive function, reduce challenging behavior, increase classroom engagement, and utilize food/cooking experiences with 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 - Family Child Care, Part A
Presented by Carrie Fruin, EdS, Lauren Starnes, PhD, EdD, Jean Barbre, EdD, Stephanie Goloway, EdD, Jess Bernal, MA, LMFT, Sandra Duncan, BA, MS, EdD
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Course: #32247Level: Intermediate9 Hours
Learn ways to support brain development and overall development in all domains. Also learn tools and strategies to reduce challenging behavior. 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.

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