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The following courses on Continued Early Childhood Education may count toward Texas child care licensing and Professional Development Registry requirements. We are learning more about approval to provide Continuing Professional Education (CPE) courses through the Texas Education Agency. Meanwhile, feel free to search our library for courses that may be helpful to your professional development.

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Recycle Bin Boogie: Move and Learn with Recyclables!
Presented by Amy Schlessman, BS, MPT, DPT, DHS
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Course: #31301Level: Introductory1 Hour
It is essential for early childhood educators to gain knowledge about pediatric health promotion and obesity prevention. To ensure the success of pediatric health promotion and obesity prevention programs, carry over must occur between schools, daycares, the home environment, and community recreation. “Recycle Bin Boogie: Move and Learn with Recyclables” equips educators with a plethora of creative, fun, budget-friendly physical activities combined with academic concepts and recyclables that can be easily incorporated into a variety of settings. Get up and go eco!!!

Augmented Power Mobility - Bring Mobility to Our Youngest Children
Presented by Michelle Lange, BS, OTR/L, ABDA, ATP/SMS
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Course: #31269Level: Advanced1 Hour
Augmented power mobility for the young child includes adapted ride-on cars and pediatric power wheelchairs. This course will present research linking early mobility with overall development, as well as some of the available mobility options.

Understanding Trauma
Presented by Nicole Steward, MSW, RYT
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Course: #31302Level: Intermediate2 Hours
Trauma is an ever-present reality in today’s world and it’s showing up more and more in the work we do. In this course, learners will gain clarity on what trauma is and how trauma impacts the nervous system, as well as what triggers trauma and how educators can show up for this work in a resilient way.

Down Syndrome - Preschoolers
Presented by Cara Koscinski, BS, MOT, OTR/L
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Course: #31263Level: Intermediate1 Hour
Children with Down syndrome have an extra chromosome which impacts each child differently. Early intervention and treatment strategies for preschool children promote development of social play, physical, emotional, and cognitive skills.

Ensuring Optimal Positioning for Function for the Young Child
Presented by Michelle Lange, BS, OTR/L, ABDA, ATP/SMS
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Course: #31258Level: Advanced1 Hour
Young children may require additional postural support due to developmental delays, abnormal muscle tone, or muscle weakness. This course presents the relationship between position and function, how to determine if a child requires postural support, and how to determine if that postural support is adequate.

How Primitive Reflexes Affect the Child
Presented by Dena Bishop, OTR/L
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Course: #31250Level: Intermediate1 Hour
All infants are born with primitive reflexes to aid in the birthing process and with motor development. This course will cover the characteristics of 8 main reflexes, how they affect the baby, and how the retained reflexes affect the child if they do not integrate.

Feeding and Nutrition for Infants and Young Children
Presented by Charlotte Hendricks, PhD
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Course: #31260Level: Introductory3 Hours
This course explores the relationship between feeding, nutrition, and development for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. This course explores everything from bottle feeding infants to offering new foods to independent toddlers and teaching preschoolers to engage with food preparation and hygiene habits.

Understanding Trauma Part 1: What It Is and How It Shows Up
Presented by Nicole Steward, MSW, RYT
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Course: #31238Level: Intermediate1 Hour
Trauma is an ever-present reality in today’s world and it’s showing up more and more in the work we do. Part 1 of this 2-part presentation will provide clarity on what trauma is, how trauma impacts the nervous system, and how trauma shows up for us in the work.

Understanding Trauma Part 2: You are the Intervention
Presented by Nicole Steward, MSW, RYT
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Course: #31242Level: Intermediate1 Hour
Trauma is an ever-present reality in today’s world and it’s showing up more and more in the work we do. Part 2 of this 2-part presentation will provide clarity on how trauma is triggered, what emotional regulation is, and how we can show up for the work in a resilient way.

Basic Spanish for Childcare Professionals
Presented by Sara Pullen, DPT, MPH
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Course: #31234Level: Introductory1 Hour
This course will focus on basic Spanish vocabulary, phrases and simple conversations for childcare professionals working in Spanish-speaking settings. The course will provide a basis for communication between childcare professionals, children and caregivers.