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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 Latest and Greatest in Employee Benefits |
1.00 |
During this highly informative webinar, you will learn of the innovative ways San Diego Zoo Global was able to maintain benefit costs, help employees to better understand and appreciate their benefits and save time enrolling in their benefits, and other current trends in the complex world of employee benefits. |
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The Nitrogen Cycle and Biofiltration |
1.00 |
In this webinar we will discuss one of the most common causes for the death of fish i.e. ammonia toxicity and to a lesser extent nitrite toxicity. Understanding the nitrogen cycle is essential for any type of fish keeping.
We will look at the steps in the conversion of ammonia to nitrite and then to nitrate as well as the toxicity of the various stages in the cycle. Biofiltration is one of the most critical components of any closed system. What is a biofilter and how to establish and successfully maintain one will be discussed. An examination of the process of denitrification will complete the webinar. |
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The NoFEAR Act |
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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) |
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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 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. |
