312 courses found
State Approval Information for Washington
The following courses on Continued Early Childhood Education are approved for Washington STARS hours.
CDA Credential courses on Continued meet the requirements of the Council for Professional Recognition for the foundational training hours to apply for your initial CDA. Please note that Part 1 of the CDA Credential coursework is not recognized in Washington for professional development hours credit. The remaining eleven parts of the CDA Credential packages on Continued ECE have been approved by WA for professional development hours, and appear in the course list below. Part 1 may be accessed by clicking the name of the track you need to complete: Preschool, Infant and Toddler, Family Child Care.
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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ACEs: Understanding Trauma in Children's Lives
This course provides information regarding Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and their impact on early childhood development, brain architecture, and health outcomes. After a brief overview of the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) study learners will take an in-depth look at the behavioral manifestations of children with high ACEs and ways to navigate those behaviors and needs in the classroom. Finally, learners will consider the impact of an educator’s own ACEs on their interactions in a classroom and the role of reflective capacity in addressing these ACEs. Please note: This course series is comprised of the following individual recordings: #31194, #31196, and #31202
auditory, textual, visual
99
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ACEs: Understanding Trauma in Children's Lives
This course provides information regarding Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and their impact on early childhood development, brain architecture, and health outcomes. After a brief overview of the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) study learners will take an in-depth look at the behavioral manifestations of children with high ACEs and ways to navigate those behaviors and needs in the classroom. Finally, learners will consider the impact of an educator’s own ACEs on their interactions in a classroom and the role of reflective capacity in addressing these ACEs. Please note: This course series is comprised of the following individual recordings: #31194, #31196, and #31202
31235
Online
PT180M
ACEs: Understanding Trauma in Children's Lives
Presented by Alison D. Peak, LCSW, IMH-E
Course: #31235Level: Introductory3 Hours
AK/3.0; AL/3.0; AZ Registry/3.0; CA Registry/3.0; CO/3.0; CT/3.0; DC PDIS/3.0 Social Emotional Development; DE/3.0; FL/3.0; GaPDS-ASO/3.0; HI/3.0; IA Registry/3.0; IACET/0.3; ID Stars/3.0; IL Gateways/3.0 B345755; IN/3.0; KS/3.0; KY ECE-TRIS/3.0; MA/3.0; ME/3.0; MI Registry/3.0; MSDE/3.0 CKO-157185, Child Development; NC DCDEE/3.0; NE/3.0; NH/3.0; NJCCIS/3.0; NV Registry/3.0; NY/3.0; OH/3.0; OK Registry/3.0; OR/3.0; PA Keys/3.0; SC Endeavors/3.0; SD/3.0; TX/3.0; UT/3.0; VA/3.0; VT NLCCV/3.0; WA STARS/3.0; WI Registry/3.0; WY Stars/3.0
This course provides information regarding Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and their impact on early childhood development, brain architecture, and health outcomes. After a brief overview of the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) study learners will take an in-depth look at the behavioral manifestations of children with high ACEs and ways to navigate those behaviors and needs in the classroom. Finally, learners will consider the impact of an educator’s own ACEs on their interactions in a classroom and the role of reflective capacity in addressing these ACEs. Please note: This course series is comprised of the following individual recordings: #31194, #31196, and #31202
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STEM in the Preschool Classroom
This course explores all aspects of integrating STEM into your preschool classroom. Learners will gain an understanding of the background and research in STEM practices; locating and using inexpensive materials to incorporate play-based STEM experiences; and first steps and starter kits to kick-start a successful STEM launch.
auditory, textual, visual
99
USD
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STEM in the Preschool Classroom
This course explores all aspects of integrating STEM into your preschool classroom. Learners will gain an understanding of the background and research in STEM practices; locating and using inexpensive materials to incorporate play-based STEM experiences; and first steps and starter kits to kick-start a successful STEM launch.
31213
Online
PT180M
STEM in the Preschool Classroom
Presented by Caitlin Frazier, MS, Amber Tankersley, PhD
Course: #31213Level: Introductory3 Hours
AK/3.0; AL/3.0; AZ Registry/3.0; CA Registry/3.0; CO/3.0; CT/3.0; DC PDIS/3.0 Curriculum; DE/3.0; FL/3.0; GaPDS-ASO/3.0; HI/3.0; IA Registry/3.0; IACET/0.3; ID Stars/3.0; IL Gateways/3.0 B345755; IN/3.0; KS/3.0; MA/3.0; ME/3.0; MI Registry/3.0; MN Develop/3.0; MSDE/3.0 CKO-157185, Curriculum; NC DCDEE/3.0; NE/3.0; NH/3.0; NJCCIS/3.0; NV Registry/3.0; NY/3.0; OH/3.0; OK Registry/3.0; OR/3.0; PA Keys/3.0; SC Endeavors/3.0; SD/3.0; TX/3.0; UT/3.0; VA/3.0; VT NLCCV/3.0; WA STARS/3.0; WI Registry/3.0; WY Stars/3.0
This course explores all aspects of integrating STEM into your preschool classroom. Learners will gain an understanding of the background and research in STEM practices; locating and using inexpensive materials to incorporate play-based STEM experiences; and first steps and starter kits to kick-start a successful STEM launch.
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Stress, Trauma and Mindfulness: Self-Care for Educators
In order to teach the whole child, we need an understanding of stress and trauma and their impacts on learning, as well as the importance of self-care to keep us sustained. Participants will be able to identify rising levels of stress, understand trauma, and employ self-care tools to bring them back to effectiveness and wholeness.
auditory, textual, visual
99
USD
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Stress, Trauma and Mindfulness: Self-Care for Educators
In order to teach the whole child, we need an understanding of stress and trauma and their impacts on learning, as well as the importance of self-care to keep us sustained. Participants will be able to identify rising levels of stress, understand trauma, and employ self-care tools to bring them back to effectiveness and wholeness.
31193
Online
PT60M
Stress, Trauma and Mindfulness: Self-Care for Educators
Presented by Nicole Steward, MSW, RYT
Course: #31193Level: Intermediate1 Hour
AK/1.0; AL/1.0; AZ Registry/1.0; CA Registry/1.0; CO/1.0; CT/1.0; DE/1.0; FL/1.0; GaPDS-ASO/1.0; HI/1.0; IA Registry/1.0; IACET/0.1; ID Stars/1.0; IL Gateways/1.0 B345755; IN/1.0; KS/1.0; KY ECE-TRIS/1.0; MA/1.0; ME/1.0; MI Registry/1.0; NC DCDEE/1.0; NE/1.0; NH/1.0; NJCCIS/1.0; NV Registry/1.0; NY/1.0; OH/1.0; OK Registry/1.0; OR/1.0; PA Keys/1.0; SC Endeavors/1.0; SD/1.0; TX/1.0; UT/1.0; VA/1.0; VT NLCCV/1.0; WA STARS/1.0; WI Registry/1.0; WY Stars/1.0
In order to teach the whole child, we need an understanding of stress and trauma and their impacts on learning, as well as the importance of self-care to keep us sustained. Participants will be able to identify rising levels of stress, understand trauma, and employ self-care tools to bring them back to effectiveness and wholeness.
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Read with Me! Engaging Parents as Partners in Early Literacy Development
Participants in this course will learn to use, and teach parents to use, six interactive reading strategies that have been proven to enhance reading, talking, social, and cognitive skills for young children across a variety of ability levels. Interactive demonstrations, booklists, parent handouts, and lesson ideas will be provided – everything you need to implement these practical, proven strategies in your professional setting.
auditory, textual, visual
99
USD
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Read with Me! Engaging Parents as Partners in Early Literacy Development
Participants in this course will learn to use, and teach parents to use, six interactive reading strategies that have been proven to enhance reading, talking, social, and cognitive skills for young children across a variety of ability levels. Interactive demonstrations, booklists, parent handouts, and lesson ideas will be provided – everything you need to implement these practical, proven strategies in your professional setting.
31172
Online
PT60M
Read with Me! Engaging Parents as Partners in Early Literacy Development
Presented by Shari Robertson, PhD, CCC-SLP
Course: #31172Level: Intermediate1 Hour
AK/1.0; AL/1.0; AZ Registry/1.0; CA Registry/1.0; CO/1.0; CT/1.0; DE/1.0; FL/1.0; HI/1.0; IA Registry/1.0; IACET/0.1; ID Stars/1.0; IL Gateways/1.0 B345755; IN/1.0; KS/1.0; KY ECE-TRIS/1.0; MA/1.0; ME/1.0; MI Registry/1.0; NC DCDEE/1.0; NE/1.0; NH/1.0; NJCCIS/1.0; NV Registry/1.0; NY/1.0; OH/1.0; OK Registry/1.0; OR/1.0; PA Keys/1.0; SC Endeavors/1.0; SD/1.0; TX/1.0; UT/1.0; VA/1.0; VT NLCCV/1.0; WA STARS/1.0; WI Registry/1.0; WY Stars/1.0
Participants in this course will learn to use, and teach parents to use, six interactive reading strategies that have been proven to enhance reading, talking, social, and cognitive skills for young children across a variety of ability levels. Interactive demonstrations, booklists, parent handouts, and lesson ideas will be provided – everything you need to implement these practical, proven strategies in your professional setting.
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Change Your Perception, Change Their Attitude
This course will introduce participants to the concept of neurophysiology, the brain and body’s auto response to stress, and to the development of perception. Leaders will be able to engage in a self-reflective process that helps them understand the influence their perceptions and attitudes can have on the people and programs they lead. In addition, participants will be introduced to the characteristics of passive, aggressive, and assertive behaviors, as well as characteristics and skills associated with Assertive Leadership.
auditory, textual, visual
99
USD
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Change Your Perception, Change Their Attitude
This course will introduce participants to the concept of neurophysiology, the brain and body’s auto response to stress, and to the development of perception. Leaders will be able to engage in a self-reflective process that helps them understand the influence their perceptions and attitudes can have on the people and programs they lead. In addition, participants will be introduced to the characteristics of passive, aggressive, and assertive behaviors, as well as characteristics and skills associated with Assertive Leadership.
31185
Online
PT120M
Change Your Perception, Change Their Attitude
Presented by Kathy Lincoln, MA
Course: #31185Level: Intermediate2 Hours
AK/2.0; AL/2.0; AZ Registry/2.0; CA Registry/2.0; CO/2.0; CT/2.0; DC PDIS/2.0 Professionalism And Advocacy; DE/2.0; FL/2.0; GaPDS-ASO/2.0; HI/2.0; IA Registry/2.0; IACET/0.2; ID Stars/2.0; IL Gateways/2.0 B345755; IN/2.0; KS/2.0; KY ECE-TRIS/2.0; MA/2.0; ME/2.0; MI Registry/2.0; MSDE/2.0 CKO-157185, Professionalism; NC DCDEE/2.0; NE/2.0; NH/2.0; NJCCIS/2.0; NV Registry/2.0; NY/2.0; OH/2.0; OK Registry/2.0; OR/2.0; PA Keys/2.0; SC Endeavors/2.0; SD/2.0; TX/2.0; UT/2.0; VA/2.0; VT NLCCV/2.0; WA STARS/2.0; WI Registry/2.0; WY Stars/2.0
This course will introduce participants to the concept of neurophysiology, the brain and body’s auto response to stress, and to the development of perception. Leaders will be able to engage in a self-reflective process that helps them understand the influence their perceptions and attitudes can have on the people and programs they lead. In addition, participants will be introduced to the characteristics of passive, aggressive, and assertive behaviors, as well as characteristics and skills associated with Assertive Leadership.
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A Gardener's Perspective on the Learning Environment
This course compares the elements of a garden to those of a classroom, defining the specific role each element plays. Participants are introduced to Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences, and the contributions that diversity, assessment, and individualized instruction make to the learning environment.
auditory, textual, visual
99
USD
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A Gardener's Perspective on the Learning Environment
This course compares the elements of a garden to those of a classroom, defining the specific role each element plays. Participants are introduced to Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences, and the contributions that diversity, assessment, and individualized instruction make to the learning environment.
31165
Online
PT60M
A Gardener's Perspective on the Learning Environment
Presented by Kathy Lincoln, MA
Course: #31165Level: Introductory1 Hour
AK/1.0; AL/1.0; AZ Registry/1.0; CA Registry/1.0; CO/1.0; CT/1.0; DE/1.0; FL/1.0; HI/1.0; IA Registry/1.0; IACET/0.1; ID Stars/1.0; IL Gateways/1.0 B345755; IN/1.0; KS/1.0; KY ECE-TRIS/1.0; MA/1.0; ME/1.0; MI Registry/1.0; NC DCDEE/1.0; NE/1.0; NH/1.0; NJCCIS/1.0; NV Registry/1.0; NY/1.0; OH/1.0; OK Registry/1.0; OR/1.0; PA Keys/1.0; SC Endeavors/1.0; SD/1.0; TX/1.0; UT/1.0; VA/1.0; VT NLCCV/1.0; WA STARS/1.0; WI Registry/1.0; WY Stars/1.0
This course compares the elements of a garden to those of a classroom, defining the specific role each element plays. Participants are introduced to Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences, and the contributions that diversity, assessment, and individualized instruction make to the learning environment.
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Developmental Monitoring and Screening
This training will look at what developmental monitoring is, why developmental monitoring is so important, and where teachers and providers can access checklists and screening tools to help determine if a child is developing on target. It will briefly discuss what is developmentally appropriate for children 12 months – 5 years old. Lastly, the course will discuss where to refer families when a child is at risk for developmental delay.
auditory, textual, visual
99
USD
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Developmental Monitoring and Screening
This training will look at what developmental monitoring is, why developmental monitoring is so important, and where teachers and providers can access checklists and screening tools to help determine if a child is developing on target. It will briefly discuss what is developmentally appropriate for children 12 months – 5 years old. Lastly, the course will discuss where to refer families when a child is at risk for developmental delay.
31149
Online
PT60M
Developmental Monitoring and Screening
Presented by Liz Moore, MEd
Course: #31149Level: Introductory1 Hour
AK/1.0; AL/1.0; AZ Registry/1.0; CA Registry/1.0; CO/1.0; CT/1.0; DE/1.0; FL/1.0; HI/1.0; IA Registry/1.0; IACET/0.1; ID Stars/1.0; IL Gateways/1.0 B345755; IN/1.0; KS/1.0; KY ECE-TRIS/1.0; MA/1.0; ME/1.0; MI Registry/1.0; NC DCDEE/1.0; NE/1.0; NH/1.0; NJCCIS/1.0; NV Registry/1.0; NY/1.0; OH/1.0; OK Registry/1.0; OR/1.0; PA Keys/1.0; SC Endeavors/1.0; SD/1.0; TX/1.0; UT/1.0; VA/1.0; VT NLCCV/1.0; WA STARS/1.0; WI Registry/1.0; WY Stars/1.0
This training will look at what developmental monitoring is, why developmental monitoring is so important, and where teachers and providers can access checklists and screening tools to help determine if a child is developing on target. It will briefly discuss what is developmentally appropriate for children 12 months – 5 years old. Lastly, the course will discuss where to refer families when a child is at risk for developmental delay.
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Developmental Foundations of Handwriting
The skill of handwriting requires postural control, motor control, bilateral coordination, visual perception, visual motor skills, grip patterns, language development and social emotional skills. This course is designed to delve into each of area to understand child development in context to handwriting. The main focus is on developmental activities for each foundational skill area to promote prewriting skills.
auditory, textual, visual
99
USD
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Developmental Foundations of Handwriting
The skill of handwriting requires postural control, motor control, bilateral coordination, visual perception, visual motor skills, grip patterns, language development and social emotional skills. This course is designed to delve into each of area to understand child development in context to handwriting. The main focus is on developmental activities for each foundational skill area to promote prewriting skills.
31154
Online
PT120M
Developmental Foundations of Handwriting
Presented by Dena Bishop, OTR/L
Course: #31154Level: Introductory2 Hours
AK/2.0; AL/2.0; AZ Registry/2.0; CA Registry/2.0; CO/2.0; CT/2.0; DC PDIS/2.0 Child Growth And Development; DE/2.0; FL/2.0; GaPDS-ASO/2.0; HI/2.0; IA Registry/2.0; IACET/0.2; ID Stars/2.0; IL Gateways/2.0 B345755; IN/2.0; KS/2.0; KY ECE-TRIS/2.0; MA/2.0; ME/2.0; MI Registry/2.0; MN Develop/2.0; MSDE/2.0 CKO-157185, Child Development; NC DCDEE/2.0; NE/2.0; NH/2.0; NJCCIS/2.0; NV Registry/2.0; NY/2.0; OH/2.0; OK Registry/2.0; OR/2.0; PA Keys/2.0; SC Endeavors/2.0; SD/2.0; TX/2.0; UT/2.0; VA/2.0; VT NLCCV/2.0; WA STARS/2.0; WI Registry/2.0; WY Stars/2.0
The skill of handwriting requires postural control, motor control, bilateral coordination, visual perception, visual motor skills, grip patterns, language development and social emotional skills. This course is designed to delve into each of area to understand child development in context to handwriting. The main focus is on developmental activities for each foundational skill area to promote prewriting skills.
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Children, Families, and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders
This course examines the importance of recognizing fetal alcohol spectrum disorders in children who are struggling and why typical approaches to behaviors are not effective. Brain structures involved are discussed with their impact on behavior. This course then explores how and why approaches need to be modified for children who are affected, and the importance of all involved providing the same approach.
auditory, textual, visual
99
USD
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Children, Families, and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders
This course examines the importance of recognizing fetal alcohol spectrum disorders in children who are struggling and why typical approaches to behaviors are not effective. Brain structures involved are discussed with their impact on behavior. This course then explores how and why approaches need to be modified for children who are affected, and the importance of all involved providing the same approach.
31158
Online
PT120M
Children, Families, and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders
Presented by Dan Dubovsky, MSW
Course: #31158Level: Intermediate2 Hours
AK/2.0; AL/2.0; AZ Registry/2.0; CA Registry/2.0; CO/2.0; CT/2.0; DC PDIS/2.0 Inclusive Practices; DE/2.0; FL/2.0; GaPDS-ASO/2.0; HI/2.0; IA Registry/2.0; IACET/0.2; ID Stars/2.0; IL Gateways/2.0 B345755; IN/2.0; KS/2.0; KY ECE-TRIS/2.0; MA/2.0; ME/2.0; MI Registry/2.0; MSDE/2.0 CKO-157185, Special Needs; NC DCDEE/2.0; NE/2.0; NH/2.0; NJCCIS/2.0; NV Registry/2.0; NY/2.0; OH/2.0; OK Registry/2.0; OR/2.0; PA Keys/2.0; SC Endeavors/2.0; SD/2.0; TX/2.0; UT/2.0; VA/2.0; VT NLCCV/2.0; WA STARS/2.0; WI Registry/2.0; WY Stars/2.0
This course examines the importance of recognizing fetal alcohol spectrum disorders in children who are struggling and why typical approaches to behaviors are not effective. Brain structures involved are discussed with their impact on behavior. This course then explores how and why approaches need to be modified for children who are affected, and the importance of all involved providing the same approach.
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/early-childhood-education/ece-ceus/course/understanding-assessing-and-addressing-challenging-31151
Understanding, Assessing, and Addressing Challenging Behavior in Young Children
This course provides a framework for better understanding, assessing, and addressing challenging behavior. Participants will learn how to identify target behavior, create a hypothesis, and create an intervention plan. Participants also learn the five steps for creating a functional behavior assessment, including gathering background information, determining target behavior, collecting data, analyzing data, and creating a hypothesis. Participants will build on that knowledge to learn the steps of creating a behavior intervention plan to address the behaviors targeted in the functional behavior assessment.
auditory, textual, visual
99
USD
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Understanding, Assessing, and Addressing Challenging Behavior in Young Children
This course provides a framework for better understanding, assessing, and addressing challenging behavior. Participants will learn how to identify target behavior, create a hypothesis, and create an intervention plan. Participants also learn the five steps for creating a functional behavior assessment, including gathering background information, determining target behavior, collecting data, analyzing data, and creating a hypothesis. Participants will build on that knowledge to learn the steps of creating a behavior intervention plan to address the behaviors targeted in the functional behavior assessment.
31151
Online
PT180M
Understanding, Assessing, and Addressing Challenging Behavior in Young Children
Presented by Tara Warwick, MS, OTR/L
Course: #31151Level: Advanced3 Hours
AK/3.0; AL/3.0; AZ Registry/3.0; CA Registry/3.0; CO/3.0; CT/3.0; DE/3.0; FL/3.0; HI/3.0; IA Registry/3.0; IACET/0.3; IBCCES/3.0; ID Stars/3.0; IL Gateways/3.0 B345755; IN/3.0; KS/3.0; MA/3.0; ME/3.0; MI Registry/3.0; MN Develop/3.0; MSDE/3.0 CKO-157185, Curriculum; NC DCDEE/3.0; NE/3.0; NH/3.0; NJCCIS/3.0; NV Registry/3.0; NY/3.0; OH/3.0; OK Registry/3.0; OR/3.0; PA Keys/3.0; SC Endeavors/3.0; SD/3.0; TX/3.0; UT/3.0; VA/3.0; VT NLCCV/3.0; WA STARS/3.0; WI Registry/3.0; WY Stars/3.0
This course provides a framework for better understanding, assessing, and addressing challenging behavior. Participants will learn how to identify target behavior, create a hypothesis, and create an intervention plan. Participants also learn the five steps for creating a functional behavior assessment, including gathering background information, determining target behavior, collecting data, analyzing data, and creating a hypothesis. Participants will build on that knowledge to learn the steps of creating a behavior intervention plan to address the behaviors targeted in the functional behavior assessment.