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Team Participation: Resolving and Handling Conflict (Corrections) |
0.75 |
This course will focus on how to resolve conflict within a team or between yourself and others, achieve positive results through how you handle conflict, and identify and understand conflict resolution styles. |
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Team Participation: Understanding Team Fundamentals |
1.25 |
This course will focus on how to organize a team, identify its characteristics, and differentiate between traditional and self-directed work teams; to understand the roles and responsibilities of a team member and the stages of team building; understand team goals, give feedback, and anticipate team problems; and communicate effectively with different types of personalities and resolve conflicts. |
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Team Participation: Understanding Team Fundamentals (Corrections) |
1.00 |
This course will focus on how to organize a team, identify its characteristics, and differentiate between traditional and self-directed work teams; to understand the roles and responsibilities of a team member and the stages of team building; understand team goals, give feedback, and anticipate team problems; and communicate effectively with different types of personalities and resolve conflicts. |
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Technical Rescue—EMS Considerations: Part 1 |
1.00 |
Paramedic, and longtime EMS educator, Aaron Horowitz sits down with medical director, Jeremy Cushman. The thought-provoking discussion that ensues covers a wide range of technical rescues. We believe that much can be done to treat the sick and injured patient during a technical rescue of any type if you prepare for the incident. Many of these concepts you will want to discuss with fellow responders if you have not done so already.
Final Exam: This multiple choice exam is designed to test your knowledge of the material you just reviewed. You have two attempts to gain an 80% or higher on this exam. Please take your time and answer each question carefully. |
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Technology Coaching in Education |
0.75 |
Technology has become an integral part of education. This course covers the responsibilities, benefits, and challenges associated with technology coaching in education. It is designed to help teachers effectively integrate technology into the classroom to improve teaching outcomes. It is just one of the many K-12 education courses we offer. |
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The 3Ds: Depression, Dementia, and Delirium |
0.50 |
In this course you will learn about the effects of aging with depression, dementia, or delirium, as well as how to prevent, diagnose, and treat these disabilities.
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The Art of Listening: Understanding Conversations and Ethical Eavesdropping |
0.75 |
This course covers the nuances of effective listening, understanding conversations, and the ethics of eavesdropping. Whether school staff members are catching a snippet of student chatter in the hallway or tuning into classroom discussions, they can harness the power of listening to gain valuable insights into their students' lives and learning experiences. This course aims to equip school staff with the skills to listen actively, interpret conversations, and navigate the ethical considerations surrounding eavesdropping in educational settings. |
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The Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) (Short) |
0.25 |
This course covers the Dignity For All Students Act and will help you understand how DASA is implemented within schools. |
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The Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) for Administrators |
1.50 |
Welcome to The Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) course. This course is designed for anyone who works in a school. It is just one of the many K-12 courses we offer. This course will help you develop new knowledge about students and will help you understand how DASA is implemented within schools. |
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The Ethics of Animal Care |
1.50 |
Upon completing this course, you'll define ethics, identify key components of ethical thought progression, and understand concepts like somatic sensations and sentience. You'll identify emotions related to sentience, define rights and animal rights, and compare animal rights and welfare. You'll describe the principle of the "greater good," define maleficence, and recognize basic principles in the "NASA Principles for the Ethical Care and Use of Animals." You'll also identify examples of ethical guidance in professional activities and understand the role of the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC). |
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The Globally Harmonized System (GHS) for Hazard Classification and Labeling |
0.25 |
This course covers the Globally Harmonized System for Hazard Classification and Labelling. The Globally Harmonized System for Hazard Classification and Labelling, or GHS, is a common and coherent approach to defining and classifying hazards and communicating information on labels and safety data sheets. GHS provides the underlying infrastructure for the establishment of national, comprehensive chemical safety programs. |
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The Importance of a Compliant Workplace |
1.00 |
This course is designed to provide compliance officers and corporate professionals with a thorough understanding of the significance of maintaining a compliant workplace. Participants will explore the fundamental principles of compliance, the legal and ethical obligations of businesses, and the impact of non-compliance on an organization’s reputation and operations. The course will cover best practices for implementing and maintaining compliance programs, effective strategies for managing risks, and the role of compliance officers in fostering a culture of integrity. By the end of this course, participants will have the knowledge and skills to ensure their organizations adhere to regulations, mitigate risks, and promote ethical business practices. |
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The Importance of Sensory Rich Play (CDA 2) |
2.00 |
This course explores the research-backed benefits of this exciting form of play, from fostering essential developmental skills to sparking joy and curiosity. However, navigating regulations and concerns in early care settings can be tricky. Dive into practical strategies to empower young children in making choices and assessing risks amidst sensory-rich, highly physical activities, nurturing confident explorers with a deep love for learning. |
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The Importance of Stimulating and Focused Interaction (CDA 8) |
2.00 |
This course empowers early care and education (ECE) professionals to nurture young minds and hearts through meaningful connections. Explore the profound impact interactions have on children's learning, development, and relationships with teachers and peers. Discover research-backed strategies to cultivate stimulating, focused interactions from infancy onwards, setting the stage for positive outcomes and a lifelong love of learning. |
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The Indian Child Welfare Act |
1.00 |
The purpose of the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) is to protect the rights of Native American communities and prevent Native American children from being unjustifiably removed from their families. This course will give you a general knowledge of how ICWA contributes to the preservation of Native American culture. |
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The Neuropsychology of Trauma and How It Impacts Learning |
1.00 |
Understanding the root of trauma and how we can cultivate a well- functioning classroom is an essential task for educators. How do VUCA (volatility/uncertainty/complexity/ambiguity) impact child and adolescent development? How do ACEs (adverse childhood experiences) impact child and adolescent development? How do SCARF needs (status/certainty/autonomy/relatedness/fairness) impact child and adolescent development? This workshop gives participants insight into the workings of the sympathetic (fight or flight) and parasympathetic nervous system (rest and digest) and their impact on learning. |
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The NoFEAR Act |
0.50 |
This course covers the Notification and Federal Employee Antidiscrimination and Retaliation Act, also known as the NoFear Act. This course will discuss the background and basics of the act and other antidiscrimination laws that will protect you in the workplace. This course will also discuss what you should do if you believe you have been discriminated against, and the steps you can take. |
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The NoFEAR Act (Corrections) |
0.25 |
This course will inform participants of the Notification and Federal Employee Antidiscrimination and Retaliation Act, also known as the NoFEAR Act. At the conclusion of this course, participants should understand the basic provisions of the NoFEAR Act, know what Antidiscrimination and Whistleblower Protection Laws protect them, and understand how to file a complaint alleging discrimination, retaliation, or a violation of the Whistleblower Protection Laws. |
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The Purpose for Ethical Commitment (CDA 6) |
2.00 |
This course explores the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct, equipping you to uphold your responsibilities and moral obligations towards children, families, colleagues, and the wider community. Discover how this essential framework guides your interactions and decisions, fostering a foundation of trust, respect, and professionalism in your work. |
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The Relevance of the Child-Caregiver Attachment (CDA 7) |
2.00 |
Numerous attachment theorists identify the importance of children’s early, secure attachment bonds. Children’s relationships with their significant caregivers are the primary means for fostering healthy social and emotional development. This course introduces research and information focused on the attachment relationship, with special emphasis on observing and documenting teacher-child relationship quality to support positive outcomes for children. This course is designed to be part of a Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential™ curriculum, and covers CDA subject area 7: Observation and Assessment. It can also be taken as a stand-alone learning event or as part of a broader early childhood education curriculum.
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The Role of a General Education Teacher in CSE Meetings |
1.25 |
This course covers the vital involvement of general education teachers in Committee on Special Education (CSE) meetings. It is just one out of many educational professional courses we offer. It aims to equip participants with essential knowledge on supporting students with disabilities. As a general education teacher, comprehending your role in a CSE meeting and the critical nature of implementing accommodations and modifications for students with disabilities is essential. |
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The Role of Special Instruction in Early Intervention |
1.00 |
This course covers the role of special instruction in early intervention (EI). This course focuses on promoting caregiver-child interactions and supporting caregivers in exploring new strategies to enhance the child’s development and participation in everyday activities. The course aligns with federal requirements and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). It emphasizes family-centered practices, cultural responsiveness, and collaboration between families and professionals. |
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The Role of Staff in Behavior Guidance: Elementary Students |
2.00 |
Guiding and managing the behavior of children and youth are some of the biggest challenges that out-of-school time program staff face. Staff needs to be actively engaged in supporting children and youth in:
1. Building inner self-control.
2. Making and fostering friendships with children and youth from all backgrounds.
3. Making responsible, age-appropriate choices.
4. Understanding natural and logical consequences for behaviors.
5. Taking responsibility for behaviors.
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Understand your reactions to the behaviors of children and youth, and learn to use this information to respond more effectively.
- Learn to use behavior guidance strategies at the appropriate time. |
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The Role of Staff in Behavior Guidance: Middle and High School Students |
2.00 |
Guiding and managing the behavior of youth are some of the biggest challenges that out-of-school time program staff face.
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Understand your reactions to the behaviors of children and youth, and learn to use this information to respond more effectively.
- Learn to use behavior guidance strategies at the appropriate time. |
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The Role of the Site Leader |
2.00 |
Supervising adults is challenging under any circumstances, but in out-of-school time, supervision can be even more challenging because those supervised needs to be independent workers who are creative, energetic, enthusiastic and calculated risk takers. The afterschool site leader must have an arsenal of skills and strategies to be both a leader and a supervisor. This course offers a basic overview of the roles and responsibilities of the site leader or supervisor and how those roles support a culture of team excellence and mutual support. |