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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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Supporting Gender Diversity in Early Childhood
Presented by Julie Nicholson, PhD, Nathanael Flynn, MA
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Course: #32216Level: Introductory1 Hour
Learn about the problematic nature of the gender binary. Be introduced to more inclusive understandings of gender diversity and several strategies you can use to create gender-inclusive early learning environments.

Pregnancy 101: A Comprehensive Look at the Mother and Child
Presented by Tina Pennington, MNSc, RNC-NIC, Delia Vicente, MA, Patty Velasco, MA, LMFT
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Course: #32215Level: Intermediate6 Hours
This course is designed for non-medical learners to improve their baseline knowledge of fetal development and the birth process.

An Introduction to Equity in Early Childhood
Presented by Julie Nicholson, PhD, Crystal McClendon-Gourdine, PhD
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Course: #32206Level: Introductory1 Hour
This course introduces early childhood professionals to the important topic of equity. Participants learn the difference between equity and equality and several strategies they can use to strengthen equity in their work with young children and families.

Pregnancy 101: Fetal Drug Exposure and Its Consequences Throughout the Lifespan
Presented by Tina Pennington, MNSc, RNC-NIC
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Course: #32200Level: Intermediate1 Hour
This course is designed for non-medical learners to improve their knowledge about fetal drug exposure and its lasting effects. Learn about various drugs, both legal and illegal, so you can assist families affected by drug exposure.

Pregnancy 101: Nutrition for a Successful Pregnancy
Presented by Tina Pennington, MNSc, RNC-NIC
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Course: #32192Level: Intermediate1 Hour
Learn key elements of nutritional knowledge and the importance of exercise for expectant mothers. Participants will also be introduced to resources available for expectant mothers that facilitate nutritional counseling.

Developmental Delays: Monitoring Development in the Early Childhood Classroom
Presented by Miriam Eckstein-Koas, MS, SpEd
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Course: #32198Level: Introductory1 Hour
Learn about developmental milestones for the first five years of life along with strategies to support children with developmental delays. Gain information about how to discuss concerns regarding a child's development with parents.

Pregnancy 101: Community Collaborations
Presented by Delia Vicente, MA
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Course: #32193Level: Intermediate1 Hour
Learn about collaboration of care across various disciplines to assist pregnant mothers. Collaboration of care across disciplines in healthcare, mental health, and community resources will be discussed, as well as elements for effective collaboration and common barriers.

Teaching, Caring, and Advocating for Children and Families Living in Poverty
Presented by Kenya Wolff, PhD
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Course: #32185Level: Introductory1 Hour
Examine multiple realities faced by families living in poverty, including the impact on a child’s health, wellness, and brain development. Learn some of the myths surrounding poverty and concrete ways to support and advocate for children and families who are struggling economically.

Purposes and Benefits of Assessment
Presented by Natasha Crosby Kile, MS
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Course: #32164Level: Intermediate1 Hour
Assessment is critical in helping caregivers understand and support young children’s learning. Understanding the purposes and benefits of assessment ensures that caregivers have the information they need to make decisions that impact the curriculum, environment, and teaching practices.

Asthma and Anaphylaxis Management in Early Childhood
Presented by Nancy Nathenson, RRT
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Course: #32098Level: Intermediate1 Hour
Learn the basics of asthma and anaphylaxis management in young children, including recognizing asthma symptoms, how to properly take medications, and reduce asthma triggers in school, child care centers, and home environments.