(English) Including All Children and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Childcare Professionals will be presented with information, strategies, and resources on developing and implementing an inclusive ECE environment for all children and families. This Course meets the requirements for the MSDE-required ADA class.
Basic Health & Safety and Breastfeeding Awareness

This Course Meets The Requirements for the MSDE Required Basic Health & Safety and Breastfeeding Awareness Course.
(Webinar) Neurodiversity: What is it, and how do we create programs that support neurodiverse children?

Neurodiversity means that there is a range, or diversity, of ways human brains function. We think, learn and relate to others in a range of ways. Through this workshop, participants will look more closely at the neurodiversity theory and explore ways to create a neurodiverse learning environment.
The Magic of Motivation: Eight Strategies for Educators

Participants will review eight principles of motivation for young children and how to apply each to the classroom.
Stop Crying, You’re OK’: A More Developmentally Approach to Children’s Tears

Participants will explore a more nuanced and developmentally informed perspective on children’s tears. Contrary to the traditional notion of dismissing tears with a quick “Stop crying, you’re OK,” this workshop delves into the biological benefits of crying. It introduces strategies for responding to children’s tears that align with their developmental needs.
(Spanish) Including All Children (ADA)

A los profesionales del cuidado infantil se les presentará información, estrategias y recursos sobre el desarrollo y la implementación de un entorno de ECE inclusivo para todos los niños y familias. Este curso cumple con los requisitos de la clase ADA requerida por MSDE.
Certificate Only Aide Orientation

Mentoring and coaching are increasingly seen as essential for supporting teachers at any stage of their careers. Through this course, participants will learn the distinctions and commonalities between coaching and mentoring. Additionally, participants will determine how these powerful interactions can improve both teacher and program practice. This course meets the Maryland State Department of Education’s […]
Active Supervision (Certificate Only)
“Active supervision requires focused attention and intentional observation of children at all times. Programs that use active supervision never leave children unattended. Through this workshop, participants will learn about active supervision and strategies for implementation”
Advancing Children’s Play (Certificate Only)
The importance of play in children’s learning, development, and the formation of meaning cannot be emphasized enough. Play acts as a method of exploration, enabling children to investigate the world around them. During this session.
2025 (English) Including All Children and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Childcare Professionals will be presented with information, strategies, and resources on developing and implementing an inclusive ECE environment for all children and families. This Course meets the requirements for the MSDE-required ADA class.