10 Hour STARS Packages (16)
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Managing Your Business STARS
Managing Your Business STARS
Managing Your Business STARS
<p>Your focus every day is on your kids but you still have a business to manage and that alone can be a full-time job! &nbsp;These classes will help you learn the basics of business management so you can get back to doing what you love best: working with the kids! Learn best practices for managing your finances, marketing your program and developing your staff.</p> <p>Complete your 10 hours of annual STARS training with these classes focusing on managing your child care businss.</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly course can be accessed on any device, including phones and tablets.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>For a guide on how to access individual classes in a multi-class package, please read&nbsp;<a href="/go/167-how-to-find-my-classes-and-select-electives-on-my-dashboard-account">How to Access Your Classes.</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
10 Hours
$85
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Program Administration STARS
Program Administration STARS
Program Administration STARS
<p>Learn best practices for running a successful program, including establishing policies and procedures, as well as encouraging good time management for everyone. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Complete your 10 hours of annual STARS training with these classes focusing on program administration and management.</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly course can be accessed on any device, including phones and tablets.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>For a guide on how to access individual classes in a multi-class package, please read&nbsp;<a href="/go/167-how-to-find-my-classes-and-select-electives-on-my-dashboard-account">How to Access Your Classes.</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
10 Hours
$89
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Working with Children STARS
Working with Children STARS
Working with Children STARS
<p>Working with kids can be fun but also a challenge! &nbsp;Here is some great information about managing behaviors, learning about developmental milestones, and making the most of teachable moments.</p> <p>Complete your 10 hours of annual STARS training with these classes focusing on developing the children in your program and encouraging positive behavior.</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly course can be accessed on any device, including phones and tablets.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>For a guide on how to access individual classes in a multi-class package, please read&nbsp;<a href="/go/167-how-to-find-my-classes-and-select-electives-on-my-dashboard-account">How to Access Your Classes.</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
10 Hours
$89
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Developing Your Curriculum STARS
Developing Your Curriculum STARS
Developing Your Curriculum STARS
<p>Developing the right curriculum is one of the most important elements of you program. &nbsp;These classes will give you great ideas on how to engage your children and support their learning. &nbsp;The package also highlights ways to introduce new and creative concepts to inspire young minds.</p> <p>Complete your 10 hours of annual STARS training with these classes focusing on curriculum development and preparing for the class.</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly course can be accessed on any device, including phones and tablets.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>For a guide on how to access individual classes in a multi-class package, please read&nbsp;<a href="/go/167-how-to-find-my-classes-and-select-electives-on-my-dashboard-account">How to Access Your Classes.</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
10 Hours
$89
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Fitness and Nutrition STARS
Fitness and Nutrition STARS
Fitness and Nutrition STARS
<p>Kids love to play and move but do they really get enough structured physical development each day? &nbsp;Learn about how to encourage good eating and exercise habits for children to support a healthy lifestyle as they grow. &nbsp;Also learn about how to support special dietary needs.</p> <p>Complete your 10 hours of annual STARS training with these classes focusing on children&#39;s fitness and nutrition.</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly course can be accessed on any device, including phones and tablets.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>For a guide on how to access individual classes in a multi-class package, please read&nbsp;<a href="/go/167-how-to-find-my-classes-and-select-electives-on-my-dashboard-account">How to Access Your Classes.</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
10 Hours
$89
Knowledge Collection
Assessing and Supporting Children STARS
Assessing and Supporting Children STARS
Assessing and Supporting Children STARS
<p>Learn how to assess children&#39;s development, set goals and objectives and integrate those into your curriculum. &nbsp;This package also provides information on how to support special needs.</p> <p>Complete your 10 hours of annual STARS training with these classes focusing on assessing and supporting the needs of all children.</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly course can be accessed on any device, including phones and tablets.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>For a guide on how to access individual classes in a multi-class package, please read&nbsp;<a href="/go/167-how-to-find-my-classes-and-select-electives-on-my-dashboard-account">How to Access Your Classes.</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
10 Hours
$89
Administration & Program Management (38)
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Managing Your Time to Get Things Done
Managing Your Time to Get Things Done
Managing Your Time to Get Things Done
<p>How do we get more done in a day without working 24/7?&nbsp; This class offers tools and techniques to help prioritize and manage our time.&nbsp; You&#39;ll learn how to make and maintain a schedule.&nbsp; Learn how to get things done while still maintaining a healthy work/life balance!</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to learn time management techniques to effectively plan and manage your schedule to achieve more</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class can be accessed on any device, including phones and tablets.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$2
Course
Creative Problem Solving
Creative Problem Solving
Creative Problem Solving
<p>Making decisions seems like a pretty straight-forward process but we can certainly enhance the quality of our decisions by defining the problem and thinking through all the options before making a decision.</p> <p>Learn how to think differently about issues and discover tools that may help you through the process.&nbsp; Learn about creative thinking vs strategic thinking and when to apply each.&nbsp;</p> <p>You&#39;ll also learn ideas on how to develop your creative thinking skills and how to enhance your team dynamics!</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to understand&nbsp;how to thinking creatively and learn new techniques for solving problems</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$6
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Animals in the Classroom
Animals in the Classroom
Animals in the Classroom
<div class="video-wrapper relative w-full overflow-hidden bg-white p-4"> <div class="embed-responsive embed-responsive-16by9 relative w-full overflow-hidden" style="padding-top: 56.25%"> <iframe class="embed-responsive-item absolute bottom-0 left-0 right-0 top-0 h-full w-full" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/pL3NoRxqC2w?autoplay=1&mute=1&loop=1&playlist=pL3NoRxqC2w&controls=0" allowfullscreen></iframe> </div> </div> <p></p> <p>Animals can teach us so much about life and help children build&nbsp;both academic and social skills.&nbsp; Learn how to determine if an animal is right for your program and how to select the right pet.&nbsp; And if having an animal in your facility isn&#39;t feasible, there are many other opportunities to teach children about the animal kingdom.</p> <p>*<strong>Bonus</strong>* Lesson Plans!</p> <p><strong>Goal:</strong> to understand the benefits of learning about animals and how to evaluate whether a pet is right for your program</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class can be accessed on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;It was a good class. Learned quite a lot.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;I liked the class, it was very informative.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;It was a great class.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;I liked the class. I will be able to teach my kids.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;I was impressed with your classes.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;I learned a lot from this course.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;The&nbsp;most user friendly classes have ever taken!&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
4.0
$9
Course
Ensuring Teacher Success
Ensuring Teacher Success
Ensuring Teacher Success
<p>Preschool Directors are responsible for all aspects of the daily operations, activities, and planning of their centers which includes the hiring, managing, and leadership of staff.&nbsp;&nbsp; This class is designed to guide Preschool Directors in creating and fostering an environment where quality staff members can thrive successfully from their date of hire and beyond.</p> <p>This course is mobile-friendly and can be accessed on any device, including phones and tablets.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$9
Course
Staff Orientation
Staff Orientation
Staff Orientation
<p>Identifies paperwork that should be included in a staff orientation, discusses job descriptions and personnel policies in general, and describes a facilities tour.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to learn the steps to ensure&nbsp;new staff are supported through&nbsp;the onboarding process</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Personnel Policy
Personnel Policy
Personnel Policy
<p>Discusses items that should be included in a personnel policy (training, benefits, dress codes, responsibilities, etc) in order to avoid problems down the road. Also, provides guidelines for corrective action.</p> <p><strong>Goal: </strong>to learn about topics that should be included in a policy manual and understand effective corrective action</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
All Knowledge Collections (23)
Knowledge Collection
Basic Behavior Management
Basic Behavior Management
Basic Behavior Management
<p>If you&#39;ve ever been frustrated by young children&#39;s behavior, this is the course for you! &nbsp;Behavior management requires understanding of different learning styles, temperaments, cultural issues and more. Learn how to effectively manage difficult and challenging behaviors, including biting and aggression, and&nbsp;guidelines for behavior management including discipline vs. punishment, techniques and steps to encourage positive behavior.&nbsp;</p> <p>This mobile-friendly course can be accessed on any device, including phones and tablets.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>For a guide on how to access individual classes in a multi-class package, please read&nbsp;<a href="/go/167-how-to-find-my-classes-and-select-electives-on-my-dashboard-account">How to Access Your Classes.</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
3 Hours
$29
Knowledge Collection
We Are All Different
We Are All Different
We Are All Different
<p>Learn to celebrate our differences!</p> <p>This mobile-friendly course can be accessed on any device, including phones and tablets.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>For a guide on how to access individual classes in a multi-class package, please read&nbsp;<a href="/go/167-how-to-find-my-classes-and-select-electives-on-my-dashboard-account">How to Access Your Classes.</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
3 Hours
$29
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Holiday Arts & Crafts Ideas
Holiday Arts & Crafts Ideas
Holiday Arts & Crafts Ideas
<p>Get great ideas for creating unique arts and crafts for popular holidays and cultural celebrations.</p> <p>This mobile-friendly course can be accessed on any device, including phones and tablets.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>For a guide on how to access individual classes in a multi-class package, please read&nbsp;<a href="/go/167-how-to-find-my-classes-and-select-electives-on-my-dashboard-account">How to Access Your Classes.</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
6 Hours
$29
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Efficient Use of Classroom Space
Efficient Use of Classroom Space
Efficient Use of Classroom Space
<p>Discover new ideas for creating effective classroom design for optimal learning and enjoyment.</p> <p>This mobile-friendly course can be accessed on any device, including phones and tablets.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>For a guide on how to access individual classes in a multi-class package, please read&nbsp;<a href="/go/167-how-to-find-my-classes-and-select-electives-on-my-dashboard-account">How to Access Your Classes.</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
3 Hours
$29
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Stop the Bullying!
Stop the Bullying!
Stop the Bullying!
<p>Bullying has become an increasingly difficult&nbsp;issue for kids of all ages.&nbsp; Helping our kids stay safe is the primary goal for all caregivers.&nbsp; Learn important strategies on how to handle and prevent bullying.</p> <p>This mobile-friendly course can be accessed on any device, including phones and tablets.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>For a guide on how to access individual classes in a multi-class package, please read&nbsp;<a href="/go/167-how-to-find-my-classes-and-select-electives-on-my-dashboard-account">How to Access Your Classes.</a></p>
3 Hours
$29
Knowledge Collection
Basic Curriculum Course
Basic Curriculum Course
Basic Curriculum Course
<p>Learn about effective curriculum design and lesson plans for each stage of development. Explore the use of science, art centers, blocks and other activities.&nbsp;</p>
4 Hours
$39
Behavior Management & Interactions (24)
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Basic Behavior Management I: Discipline vs Punishment
Basic Behavior Management I: Discipline vs Punishment
Basic Behavior Management I: Discipline vs Punishment
<p>Discusses the difference between discipline and punishment, how to discipline a young child, steps to positive behavior, dealing with power struggles and management techniques.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to understand&nbsp;how to manage behaviors and learn techniques to promote positive behavior</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;I am happy that I&nbsp;took this course.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;The training was very good and understandable.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;Everything was outstanding.&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Basic Behavior Management II: Difficult Behaviors
Basic Behavior Management II: Difficult Behaviors
Basic Behavior Management II: Difficult Behaviors
<p>Discusses issues such as biting, aggression and temper tantrums. Uses the acronym H.O.T. to identify situational issues that need to be dealt with first.</p> <p><strong>Goal:</strong>&nbsp;to understand how to handle different behaviors including biting, aggression and temper tantrums.</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;I most definitely have more confidence in applying what I learned in this class.&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Basic Behavior Management III: Learning Styles
Basic Behavior Management III: Learning Styles
Basic Behavior Management III: Learning Styles
<p>Discusses learning styles, temperaments, control time, family values and cultural differences and choices.</p> <p><strong>Goal:</strong> to understand learning styles, cultural issues and teaching children responsibility.</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;This was a really good opportunity for me to evaluate our program and see what changes we could make to make it better.&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Lunchtime is Learning Time
Lunchtime is Learning Time
Lunchtime is Learning Time
<p>This class discusses practical issues around mealtime. It deals with such matters as showing respect, accepting responsibility, cleanliness, having fun with nutrition, table habits and incorporating artwork into the meal time scenario.</p> <p><strong>Goal:</strong> to learn good lunchtime habits and how to resolve issues</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;What a fun and informations class. Gave me lots of ideas&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;It was a great class&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;I really like the resource links towards the end of the class&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Writing Good Rule Lists
Writing Good Rule Lists
Writing Good Rule Lists
<p>This class describes the process of making a good rule list and helps you to develop a plan for writing effective, clear rules from scratch.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to learn categories of rules and difficulties if used incorrectly</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;This is the best way for me to do the required annual course hours. I&#39;m busy and I put it off.&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Bullying Basics
Bullying Basics
Bullying Basics
<p>This class identifies basic information about bullying, who is involved, myths, markers, and types. It also discusses common sense concepts to use to intervene and stop bullying from happening in your child care setting.</p> <p><strong>Goal:</strong> to understand bullying from identification to prevention.</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;Helpful.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;Great way to continue with classes and learn new things.&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Child Development & Guidance (37)
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Attitude is Everything
Attitude is Everything
Attitude is Everything
<p style="color:#ED1151;"> <span class="fa-stack fa-lg"> <i class="fa fa-square-o fa-stack-2x"></i> <i class="fa fa-bullseye fa-stack-1x"></i> </span> <strong>New Interactive Course Format</strong></p> <p>Early childhood educators are responsible for shaping the minds of our future generation. This online training class helps Early Child educators explore different attitudes that are beneficial in developing the cognitive, social, and emotional skills of young learners.<br /> <br /> Free Previe.w</p> <h3><img align="center" alt="Sgclassesonline.com" border="0" src="/uploads/9531_Attitudeis_Everything_Free_Preview1_min_6e7a6c54b0.jpg" /></h3> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><img align="center" alt="Sgclassesonline.com" border="0" src="/uploads/9532_Attitudeis_Everything_Free_Preview2_min_c156168280.jpg" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
5.0
$0
Course
Basic Child Development: Infant I - Physical
Basic Child Development: Infant I - Physical
Basic Child Development: Infant I - Physical
<p>Discusses the physical development of the infant, including: hand-eye coordination, sensory development, developmental norms. Also, looks at principles of growth and development and developmentally appropriate practice.</p> <p><strong>Goal:</strong>&nbsp;to identify normal ranges of infant development and promote developmentally appropriate practices</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;Liked the class I learned a lot.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;Good information.&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Basic Child Development: Infant II - Emotional
Basic Child Development: Infant II - Emotional
Basic Child Development: Infant II - Emotional
<p>Discusses the emotional and cognitive development of the infant, including: attachment/bonding; the beginning of language; and emotional milestones.</p> <p><strong>Goal:</strong> to understand importance of bonding, emotional development and expression</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Basic Child Development: Toddler I - Physical
Basic Child Development: Toddler I - Physical
Basic Child Development: Toddler I - Physical
<p>Discusses the physical development of the toddler and the effect that play and nutrition have upon development. Also covers immunizations.</p> <p><strong>Goal:</strong>&nbsp;to identify and understand physical development for&nbsp;toddlers and the importance of play.</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;Well put together, great information.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;I enjoyed this class.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;Very good class.&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Basic Child Development: Toddler II - Emotional
Basic Child Development: Toddler II - Emotional
Basic Child Development: Toddler II - Emotional
<p>Discusses the emotional, cognitive, language and social development of toddlers.</p> <p><strong>Goal:</strong> to identify and understand emotional, language, cognitive and social development for toddlers.</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Basic Child Development: Preschool I - Physical
Basic Child Development: Preschool I - Physical
Basic Child Development: Preschool I - Physical
<p>Discusses the physical development of the preschooler and the effect that play and nutrition have upon development. Also covers immunizations and health issues.</p> <p><strong>Goal:&nbsp;</strong>to understand motor skill for preschool children and the importance of play.</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;I like to have material I can take back to the classroom immediately, or apply to the students.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;Enjoyed the class.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;I had a good experience using your online program, thank you.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;This was the first on-line course I have taken in many years, as I prefer the company of others for discussion sake. However, I was most pleased with your website and options!&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;Very well put together.&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Curriculum & Lesson Planning (28)
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Attitude is Everything
Attitude is Everything
Attitude is Everything
<p style="color:#ED1151;"> <span class="fa-stack fa-lg"> <i class="fa fa-square-o fa-stack-2x"></i> <i class="fa fa-bullseye fa-stack-1x"></i> </span> <strong>New Interactive Course Format</strong></p> <p>Early childhood educators are responsible for shaping the minds of our future generation. This online training class helps Early Child educators explore different attitudes that are beneficial in developing the cognitive, social, and emotional skills of young learners.<br /> <br /> Free Previe.w</p> <h3><img align="center" alt="Sgclassesonline.com" border="0" src="/uploads/9531_Attitudeis_Everything_Free_Preview1_min_6e7a6c54b0.jpg" /></h3> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><img align="center" alt="Sgclassesonline.com" border="0" src="/uploads/9532_Attitudeis_Everything_Free_Preview2_min_c156168280.jpg" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
5.0
$0
Course
Animals in the Classroom
Animals in the Classroom
Animals in the Classroom
<div class="video-wrapper relative w-full overflow-hidden bg-white p-4"> <div class="embed-responsive embed-responsive-16by9 relative w-full overflow-hidden" style="padding-top: 56.25%"> <iframe class="embed-responsive-item absolute bottom-0 left-0 right-0 top-0 h-full w-full" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/pL3NoRxqC2w?autoplay=1&mute=1&loop=1&playlist=pL3NoRxqC2w&controls=0" allowfullscreen></iframe> </div> </div> <p></p> <p>Animals can teach us so much about life and help children build&nbsp;both academic and social skills.&nbsp; Learn how to determine if an animal is right for your program and how to select the right pet.&nbsp; And if having an animal in your facility isn&#39;t feasible, there are many other opportunities to teach children about the animal kingdom.</p> <p>*<strong>Bonus</strong>* Lesson Plans!</p> <p><strong>Goal:</strong> to understand the benefits of learning about animals and how to evaluate whether a pet is right for your program</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class can be accessed on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;It was a good class. Learned quite a lot.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;I liked the class, it was very informative.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;It was a great class.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;I liked the class. I will be able to teach my kids.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;I was impressed with your classes.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;I learned a lot from this course.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;The&nbsp;most user friendly classes have ever taken!&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
4.0
$9
Course
Basic Curriculum I: Basic Needs
Basic Curriculum I: Basic Needs
Basic Curriculum I: Basic Needs
<p>Discusses sequencing the curriculum, basic needs &ndash; Maslow&rsquo;s Hierarchy, and lesson plans.</p> <p><strong>Goal:</strong> to learn basic curriculum development and creating lesson plans</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;Great course!&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;Everyone should try these courses.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;Awesome!&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Basic Curriculum II: Arts & Play
Basic Curriculum II: Arts & Play
Basic Curriculum II: Arts & Play
<p>Discusses developmental stages in art, play and name writing, language arts and music.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to learn how to prepare effective curriculum for creative subjects, such as art, play, name-writing, language arts and music</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Basic Curriculum III: Science & Drama
Basic Curriculum III: Science & Drama
Basic Curriculum III: Science & Drama
<p>This course provides an&nbsp;introduction into dramatic play, art centers and science activities.&nbsp; Learn how to set-up each of these centers, what children learn from each and how to develop curriculum to support each of these areas.</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Basic Curriculum IV: Manipulatives & Outdoor
Basic Curriculum IV: Manipulatives & Outdoor
Basic Curriculum IV: Manipulatives & Outdoor
<p>Discusses block centers, table toys and manipulatives, and outdoor activities.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: understand different ways to combine physical activities with educational goals to provide&nbsp;a broad&nbsp;range of learning opportunities</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Discounted State Packages (45)
Package
Idaho: 4 Hour Special
Idaho: 4 Hour Special
Idaho: 4 Hour Special
<p>For child care center providers, you can get your 10 hours of annual licensing training for one low price.&nbsp; Choose you own classes from nearly 200 online child care courses.</p> <p>You&#39;ll be able to select your classes once you complete your order.&nbsp; &nbsp;For a guide on how to choose&nbsp;your classes, read <a href="/go/167-how-to-find-my-classes-and-select-electives-on-my-dashboard-account">How to Select Your Classes</a>.</p>
4 Hours
$39
Package
Pennsylvania: 6 Hour Special
Pennsylvania: 6 Hour Special
Pennsylvania: 6 Hour Special
<p>Get your all your 6 annual training hours&nbsp;with one click for only $49!&nbsp; Choose your own classes from nearly 200 online options.</p> <p>You&#39;ll be able to select your classes once you complete your order.&nbsp; &nbsp;For a guide on how to choose&nbsp;your classes, read <a href="/go/167-how-to-find-my-classes-and-select-electives-on-my-dashboard-account">How to Select Your Classes</a>.</p>
6 Hours
$49
Package
Ohio: 6 Hour Special
Ohio: 6 Hour Special
Ohio: 6 Hour Special
<p>Ohio child care professionals can get their 6&nbsp;hours of annual licensing training with one low-cost discounted package. &nbsp;Choose your own classes from a wide range of options.</p> <p>You&#39;ll be able to select your classes once you complete your order.&nbsp; &nbsp;For a guide on how to choose&nbsp;your classes, read <a href="/go/167-how-to-find-my-classes-and-select-electives-on-my-dashboard-account">How to Select Your Classes</a>.</p>
6 Hours
$49
Package
Michigan: 10 Hour Special
Michigan: 10 Hour Special
Michigan: 10 Hour Special
<p>Michigan family child care providers can get all your licensing training completed for one low cost. &nbsp;Pick your own classes from a wide range of options.</p> <p>You&#39;ll be able to select your classes once you complete your order.&nbsp; &nbsp;For a guide on how to choose&nbsp;your classes, read <a href="/go/167-how-to-find-my-classes-and-select-electives-on-my-dashboard-account">How to Select Your Classes</a>.</p>
10 Hours
$89
Package
Florida: 10 Hour Special
Florida: 10 Hour Special
Florida: 10 Hour Special
<p>Get all your annual in-service hours in one low-cost package.&nbsp; Choose from over 200 online, mobile-friendly classes in a wide range of topics.</p> <p>You&#39;ll be able to select your classes once you complete your order.&nbsp; &nbsp;For a guide on how to choose&nbsp;your classes, read <a href="/go/167-how-to-find-my-classes-and-select-electives-on-my-dashboard-account">How to Select Your Classes</a>.</p>
10 Hours
$89
Package
Kansas: 10 Hour Special
Kansas: 10 Hour Special
Kansas: 10 Hour Special
<p>Kansas&nbsp;child care professionals can get their 10&nbsp;hours of annual licensing training with one low-cost discounted package.&nbsp; Choose your own classes from a wide range of options.</p> <p>You&#39;ll be able to select your classes once you complete your order.&nbsp; &nbsp;For a guide on how to choose&nbsp;your classes, read <a href="/go/167-how-to-find-my-classes-and-select-electives-on-my-dashboard-account">How to Select Your Classes</a>.</p>
10 Hours
$89
Exclusively Infants (10)
Course
Safe Sleep - Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
Safe Sleep - Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
Safe Sleep - Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
<p>A thorough class on the topic of Safe Sleep and SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) discussing cause, risk factors, preventive measures, dealing with a SIDS death, and the Pre-School and SIDS.</p> <p><strong>Goal:</strong> to understand, assess, and reduce risk of SIDS, including emergency response</p> <p><strong>This class can no longer be used for STARS credit in Washington State</strong><b>. The DEL&nbsp;has a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dcyf.wa.gov/services/early-learning-providers/ffn/training" target="_blank">Safe Sleep course</a>&nbsp;for licensed providers to meet their health and safety requirement.</b></p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;Great class and references.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;Because of I working six days a week, you are providing us the online classes are helping me a lot. Thanks!&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Feeding Children: Infants/Toddlers
Feeding Children: Infants/Toddlers
Feeding Children: Infants/Toddlers
<p>Discusses feeding plans for infants through pre-school age, avoiding feeding problems, food pyramids for children, and specific nutrient recommendations.</p> <p><strong>Goal:</strong>&nbsp;to understand food prep and&nbsp;feeding issues for young children</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;I wish I&#39;d taken this class 2 years ago. I feel much more confident after the class. I learned that my 1st time mothers and I were slow to introduce regular food.&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Basic Child Development: Infant I - Physical
Basic Child Development: Infant I - Physical
Basic Child Development: Infant I - Physical
<p>Discusses the physical development of the infant, including: hand-eye coordination, sensory development, developmental norms. Also, looks at principles of growth and development and developmentally appropriate practice.</p> <p><strong>Goal:</strong>&nbsp;to identify normal ranges of infant development and promote developmentally appropriate practices</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;Liked the class I learned a lot.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;Good information.&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Basic Child Development: Infant II - Emotional
Basic Child Development: Infant II - Emotional
Basic Child Development: Infant II - Emotional
<p>Discusses the emotional and cognitive development of the infant, including: attachment/bonding; the beginning of language; and emotional milestones.</p> <p><strong>Goal:</strong> to understand importance of bonding, emotional development and expression</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Sign Language with Infants
Sign Language with Infants
Sign Language with Infants
<p>This class identifies signs that can be used with infants, discusses when to teach them these signs, and discusses the many benefits of using sign language with infants.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to learn signs that can be used with infants and the benefits of using sign language with babies</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Coping with a Crying Baby
Coping with a Crying Baby
Coping with a Crying Baby
<p>Deals with why babies cry, types of crying, assessing the situation, comfort measures, managing specific situations, and coping.</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;I really enjoyed the training and learned a lot.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;I love&nbsp;the safegard classes online they were very easy to use and access.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;I really liked the fact that I got to do this online classes at my own pace.:</em></p> <p><em>&quot;I love all of the information that I got from this training.&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
2 Hours
$20
Exclusively Preschoolers (23)
Course
Basic Child Development: Preschool I - Physical
Basic Child Development: Preschool I - Physical
Basic Child Development: Preschool I - Physical
<p>Discusses the physical development of the preschooler and the effect that play and nutrition have upon development. Also covers immunizations and health issues.</p> <p><strong>Goal:&nbsp;</strong>to understand motor skill for preschool children and the importance of play.</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;I like to have material I can take back to the classroom immediately, or apply to the students.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;Enjoyed the class.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;I had a good experience using your online program, thank you.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;This was the first on-line course I have taken in many years, as I prefer the company of others for discussion sake. However, I was most pleased with your website and options!&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;Very well put together.&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Basic Child Development: Preschool II - Emotional
Basic Child Development: Preschool II - Emotional
Basic Child Development: Preschool II - Emotional
<p>Discusses the emotional, cognitive and language development of preschoolers. Explores principles of growth and development and school readiness.</p> <p><strong>Goal: </strong>to identify and understand emotional, language and cognitive development issues</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;This was a good class!&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;Very nice program.&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Preschool Fitness 1 - Intro
Preschool Fitness 1 - Intro
Preschool Fitness 1 - Intro
<p>Discusses the reasons for a preschool fitness program. Identifies the contributing factors to the current health crisis among children and outlines the benefits of physical fitness for preschool children.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to learn about the medical issues facing small children and the&nbsp;physical, mental and psychological benefits of a preschool&nbsp;fitness program</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Preschool Fitness 2 - Basics
Preschool Fitness 2 - Basics
Preschool Fitness 2 - Basics
<p>The class discusses the 6 components of an effective exercise program and the reasons and benefits for each.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to learn about the benefits of fitness for children and to develop an effective preschool fitness program</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Preschool Fitness 3 - Warm-up
Preschool Fitness 3 - Warm-up
Preschool Fitness 3 - Warm-up
<p>Discusses the importance of warming up before exercising listing the common mistakes and the &quot;must do&#39;s.&quot; Guides you through developing your own warm-up exercises.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to learn the importance of and the proper techniques for warming up before exercising</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Preschool Fitness 4 - Sports Skills
Preschool Fitness 4 - Sports Skills
Preschool Fitness 4 - Sports Skills
<p>Discusses the importance of teaching preschoolers sports skills, outlining the do&#39;s and don&#39;ts and details 11 specific skills that can be taught.</p> <p><strong>Goal:&nbsp;</strong>to learn how to teach children sports skills and create unique routines​</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Exclusively Toddlers (5)
Course
Feeding Children: Infants/Toddlers
Feeding Children: Infants/Toddlers
Feeding Children: Infants/Toddlers
<p>Discusses feeding plans for infants through pre-school age, avoiding feeding problems, food pyramids for children, and specific nutrient recommendations.</p> <p><strong>Goal:</strong>&nbsp;to understand food prep and&nbsp;feeding issues for young children</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;I wish I&#39;d taken this class 2 years ago. I feel much more confident after the class. I learned that my 1st time mothers and I were slow to introduce regular food.&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Basic Child Development: Toddler I - Physical
Basic Child Development: Toddler I - Physical
Basic Child Development: Toddler I - Physical
<p>Discusses the physical development of the toddler and the effect that play and nutrition have upon development. Also covers immunizations.</p> <p><strong>Goal:</strong>&nbsp;to identify and understand physical development for&nbsp;toddlers and the importance of play.</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;Well put together, great information.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;I enjoyed this class.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;Very good class.&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Basic Child Development: Toddler II - Emotional
Basic Child Development: Toddler II - Emotional
Basic Child Development: Toddler II - Emotional
<p>Discusses the emotional, cognitive, language and social development of toddlers.</p> <p><strong>Goal:</strong> to identify and understand emotional, language, cognitive and social development for toddlers.</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Sign Language with Toddlers
Sign Language with Toddlers
Sign Language with Toddlers
<p>This class identifies signs that can be used with toddlers, discusses when to teach them these signs, and discusses the many benefits of using sign language with toddlers.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to learn basic signs&nbsp;and the benefits of signing with toddlers</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Knowledge Collection
Toddlers - Ages 1-3
Toddlers - Ages 1-3
Toddlers - Ages 1-3
<p>Take the mystery out of the toddler years with these practical classes covering everything from age-appropriate development to nutrition and childcare.</p> <p>This mobile-friendly course can be accessed on any device, including phones and tablets.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>For a guide on how to access individual classes in a multi-class package, please read&nbsp;<a href="/go/167-how-to-find-my-classes-and-select-electives-on-my-dashboard-account">How to Access Your Classes.</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
6 Hours
$49
Family Engagement (7)
Course
Talking with Parents
Talking with Parents
Talking with Parents
<p>Explores talking with parents, responding to their concerns, handling confrontation and documenting concerns.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to learn&nbsp;how to engage with parents, encourage involvement and handle difficult conversations</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;Really nice and organized class.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;The information from the online classes is exceptional. Thank you for offering online classes!&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;Great!&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Understanding Homelessness
Understanding Homelessness
Understanding Homelessness
<p>You may be surprised to learn that more than 1 million children in the U.S. each year are homeless.&nbsp; Childcare programs can offer a great resource for these children and their families.</p> <p>This class will help you learn&nbsp;how to identify children at risk, how homelessness affects children&#39;s health, safety and development and how to support children and their families who are experiencing homelessness.</p> <p><strong>NOTE FOR WA STATE PROVIDERS : As per <a href="https://www.dcyf.wa.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/PDPolicyManual.pdf" target="_blank"><b> PD Policy 405 </b></a> of DCYF, this class can no longer be used for STARS credit ( in service hours) in Washington State</strong></p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 95px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on all devices, including phones and tablets.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Here&#39;s what other&#39;s are saying about this course:</p> <p><em>&quot;Best class I have taken in 24 years&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;I love the real class topics. Like this one. Topics that are affecting our children and families in our communities and what we can do to help&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Parents are People, Too!
Parents are People, Too!
Parents are People, Too!
<p>This class discusses the challenges of working with and communicating with parents. It details some inner challenges to be faced, provides some keys to developing a good relationship at the beginning, looks at problem situations and encourages good listening skills.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to learn tips and techniques for working with parents, including how to handle difficult conversations</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
2 Hours
$20
Course
Introducing Children to Child Care
Introducing Children to Child Care
Introducing Children to Child Care
<p>Discusses how to ease the introduction of a child to child care by introducing them to the physical environment, the daily schedule and providing structure and guidance.</p> <p><strong>Goal:</strong> to learn ways to assist children in adapting to childcare and help avoid problems</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;Full of information and easy to use&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;Good class. Very useful information&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
2 Hours
$20
Course
Bullying Prevention: Working as a Team
Bullying Prevention: Working as a Team
Bullying Prevention: Working as a Team
<p>Learn how to prevent bullying in your child care center with a committee approach. This class covers the importance of organization, policies, short and long term planning, tracking systems, and motivation.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Goal:</strong> to understand the rationale for and important aspects of childcare committees</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;This was a great class to take.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;It was relatively easy to locate classes that met my criteria and to log on/off and purchase.&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
2 Hours
$20
Course
Partnering with Families
Partnering with Families
Partnering with Families
<p>Discusses building relationships with parents, describes ways to support parents and overcome barriers, and instructs concerning how to promote the participation of parents through volunteerism and parent teacher conferences.</p> <p><strong>Goal:</strong> to understand how to build family partnerships, support families and involve parents</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;This info is very useful...I will use it in my teaching career. Thank you.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;This class was awesome!&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;This class will diffently help me with a difficult parent and their child who has behavioral issues.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;This class was very informative.&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
3 Hours
$30
Fitness & Movement (20)
Course
Preschool Fitness 1 - Intro
Preschool Fitness 1 - Intro
Preschool Fitness 1 - Intro
<p>Discusses the reasons for a preschool fitness program. Identifies the contributing factors to the current health crisis among children and outlines the benefits of physical fitness for preschool children.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to learn about the medical issues facing small children and the&nbsp;physical, mental and psychological benefits of a preschool&nbsp;fitness program</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Preschool Fitness 2 - Basics
Preschool Fitness 2 - Basics
Preschool Fitness 2 - Basics
<p>The class discusses the 6 components of an effective exercise program and the reasons and benefits for each.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to learn about the benefits of fitness for children and to develop an effective preschool fitness program</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Preschool Fitness 3 - Warm-up
Preschool Fitness 3 - Warm-up
Preschool Fitness 3 - Warm-up
<p>Discusses the importance of warming up before exercising listing the common mistakes and the &quot;must do&#39;s.&quot; Guides you through developing your own warm-up exercises.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to learn the importance of and the proper techniques for warming up before exercising</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Preschool Fitness 4 - Sports Skills
Preschool Fitness 4 - Sports Skills
Preschool Fitness 4 - Sports Skills
<p>Discusses the importance of teaching preschoolers sports skills, outlining the do&#39;s and don&#39;ts and details 11 specific skills that can be taught.</p> <p><strong>Goal:&nbsp;</strong>to learn how to teach children sports skills and create unique routines​</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Preschool Fitness 5 - Aerobics
Preschool Fitness 5 - Aerobics
Preschool Fitness 5 - Aerobics
<p>This class describes what aerobic exercise is, gives examples of aerobic types of exercise and helps you to create your own aerobic exercise routine.</p> <p><strong>Goal: </strong>to learn about the benefits of aerobic exercise for children and how to develop your own exercise routines&nbsp;</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Preschool Fitness 6 - Strength
Preschool Fitness 6 - Strength
Preschool Fitness 6 - Strength
<p>This is about strength training for preschoolers. It describes what strength training is, provides principles and safety tips for developing a strength training routine, describes which muscles should be targeted and how to target them, and instructs the learner on how to create and analyze their own routine.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to learn about strength training for preschoolers and how to create your own routines</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Health, Safety & Nutrition (41)
Course
Causes of Childhood Obesity
Causes of Childhood Obesity
Causes of Childhood Obesity
<p>This course will discuss some of the causes of childhood obesity as well as prevention activities, including exercise and appropriate nutritional habits. &nbsp;</p> <p>It will also outline the influence of the media on a child&#39;s diet and other contributing factors to childhood obesity, such as medical conditions, genetics, and psychological factors.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to understand the causes of childhood obesity and provide tips on how to prevent it</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;Wonderful very informative class. Made me want to go jogging right at this moment.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;Thank you for offering a informational class at no cost.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;This was so simple. It was fast, straight to the point, and I learned a lot.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;Of the three types of classes I&#39;m taking, the others being Nevada Registry and Schoology, this is by far the most user friendly and easy to learn from. Thank you!!!&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;I really enjoyed this class and all the information it provided.&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$0
Course
1: How to Meet Federal Health & Safety Training
1: How to Meet Federal Health & Safety Training
1: How to Meet Federal Health & Safety Training
<p>The CCDBG Act of 2014 requires child care providers to meet requirements for health and safety in 9 specific topics.&nbsp; This free class provides additional information about the requirements and lists our online classes to meet the requirements for each topic.</p> <p>This class is for information only and does not offer hours toward licensing requirements.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
0 Hour
3.0
$0
Course
All About Food: Let's Get Cookin'!
All About Food: Let's Get Cookin'!
All About Food: Let's Get Cookin'!
<p>Help children learn about food with fun and easy&nbsp;cooking activities as well as&nbsp;tips on how to talk about nutrition,&nbsp;understand&nbsp;hunger and food insecurity and a guide to supporting&nbsp;special diets.</p> <p>This couse is mobile friendly and can be accessed on all devices.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$9
Course
Playground Safety
Playground Safety
Playground Safety
<p>Basic class in promoting safe playgrounds. Identifies mechanisms of injury. Promotes the key ingredients for a safe playground and provides maintenance and safety tips.</p> <p><strong>Goal:</strong> To increase adult awareness and to keep playgrounds and equipment safe for all children to enjoy!</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Back Care
Back Care
Back Care
<p>Discusses anatomy and function of the spine, identifies causes of back injury and pain, promotes steps to recovery and provides prevention strategies.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to learn about the structure of the spine and how to prevent back injuries</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Childhood Rash
Childhood Rash
Childhood Rash
<p>This class provides basic health information about the five most common viral rashes of childhood. It offers information on signs/symptoms, treatments, prevention and daycare recommendations for each of these rashes.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to learn about the 5 most common viral&nbsp;rashes, including symptoms, treatment and prevention</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Inclusion: Cultural Diversity & Special Needs (15)
Course
Cultural Diversity Introduction
Cultural Diversity Introduction
Cultural Diversity Introduction
<p>Deals with talking to children about diversity, teaching children to respect diversity, understanding stereotypes, dispelling myths, and making the learning environment culturally friendly.</p> <p><strong>Goal:</strong><b> </b>to learn how to discuss diversity and promote multi-cultural learning</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers area saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;I learned new ideas, how to help a child with different background.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;It will help to everyone to take this class.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;This was a very imformative class and will infuence my decisions in curriculm, toys, books and artwork in my day care home&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$9
Course
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Autism Spectrum Disorder
<p>This one-hour training will provide information and support for working with young children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in the group environment, regardless of whether they have been formally diagnosed or not. This class includes the definition and diagnostic criteria of ASD, statistical information about the incidence of ASD in the United States, strategies, and practices to use in the classroom to support young children with behaviors often associated with ASD, legal and ethical considerations, and teambuilding with parents (both the child with ASD&rsquo;s parents and concerned parents of the other children in the group).</p> <p><strong>Goal:</strong>&nbsp; to increase understanding of ASD and provide strategies for supporting children with ASD</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;Informative, stress-free class!&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;I was a little concerned to take this class in my second language but it was clear and easy enough for me. I&#39;m so happy about that. Thank you.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;Excellent class.&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Reading for Special Needs and English Language Learners
Reading for Special Needs and English Language Learners
Reading for Special Needs and English Language Learners
<p>Learn strategies on how to support reading skills for children with special needs, including ADHD, visual and hearing impairments, as well as&nbsp;English language learners.&nbsp; Learn about the benefits of an inclusive classroom environment.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to learn a variety of ways to adapt&nbsp;the classroom and curriculum to assist children with a variety of special needs</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Understanding Homelessness
Understanding Homelessness
Understanding Homelessness
<p>You may be surprised to learn that more than 1 million children in the U.S. each year are homeless.&nbsp; Childcare programs can offer a great resource for these children and their families.</p> <p>This class will help you learn&nbsp;how to identify children at risk, how homelessness affects children&#39;s health, safety and development and how to support children and their families who are experiencing homelessness.</p> <p><strong>NOTE FOR WA STATE PROVIDERS : As per <a href="https://www.dcyf.wa.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/PDPolicyManual.pdf" target="_blank"><b> PD Policy 405 </b></a> of DCYF, this class can no longer be used for STARS credit ( in service hours) in Washington State</strong></p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 95px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on all devices, including phones and tablets.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Here&#39;s what other&#39;s are saying about this course:</p> <p><em>&quot;Best class I have taken in 24 years&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;I love the real class topics. Like this one. Topics that are affecting our children and families in our communities and what we can do to help&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Multicultural Celebrations
Multicultural Celebrations
Multicultural Celebrations
<p>Introduces games, recipes, festivals and traditions from several different cultures.</p> <p><strong>Goal: </strong>to learn about different cultures and traditions and create arts &amp; crafts to celebrate holidays and special days</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
2 Hours
$20
Course
Holiday Arts and Crafts #1 & #2
Holiday Arts and Crafts #1 & #2
Holiday Arts and Crafts #1 & #2
<p>A series of classes giving the history of some of our holidays and instructions for making projects for each. Includes national holidays, popular holidays and some designated months.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to learn about various holidays and create art and craft projects to celebrate</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
2 Hours
$20
Leadership, Professionalism & Career Guidance (14)
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Managing Your Time to Get Things Done
Managing Your Time to Get Things Done
Managing Your Time to Get Things Done
<p>How do we get more done in a day without working 24/7?&nbsp; This class offers tools and techniques to help prioritize and manage our time.&nbsp; You&#39;ll learn how to make and maintain a schedule.&nbsp; Learn how to get things done while still maintaining a healthy work/life balance!</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to learn time management techniques to effectively plan and manage your schedule to achieve more</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class can be accessed on any device, including phones and tablets.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$2
Course
Dealing With Difficult People
Dealing With Difficult People
Dealing With Difficult People
<p>This class identifies 4 types of difficult persons, explores why a person may be being difficult, examines our reactions, and lists basic steps in a method for dealing with difficult situations.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to learn how people react in different situations and methods for dealing with those reactions</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;I learned the value of having ways to de-esculate a situation before it gets really bad.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;Wonderful - I think difficult people aren&#39;t going to be so difficult anymore:)&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;This class taught me lots of ways to work with a variety of situations I come across in my everyday life.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;Super informational and fun class.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;Absolutely terrific!&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Working With Humor
Working With Humor
Working With Humor
<p>Promotes humor as a way of relieving stress, identifies good humor versus bad humor, describes how to apply humor in the workplace and discusses the positive benefits of using humor.</p> <p style="margin-top: -15px;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="margin-top: -15px;"><strong>Goal</strong>: to learn about what humor is appropriate for the workplace and how to use it to relieve&nbsp;stress and positively affect the work environment</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
5.0
$10
Course
Managing Stress
Managing Stress
Managing Stress
<p>Child care providers deal with a variety of stress every day.&nbsp; Learning to cope with stress can help teachers be at their best when working with the children in their care.&nbsp;</p> <p>This class discusses the stages of stress, helps one to recognize the natural responses to stress, and to learn to deal with them in a constructive manner.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to understand different types of stress and learn&nbsp;techniques to constructively&nbsp;manage</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;I liked how it gave in the beginning of the class a survey to see how stressed&nbsp;I really was.&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Workplace Burnout
Workplace Burnout
Workplace Burnout
<p>Discusses how to recognize burnout, debunks stress myths, and describes the normal reaction sequence. Identifies effects of stress and how to reduce stress. Emphasizes the control that each individual has over their own level of stress.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to recognize job burnout and learn how to manage difficult situations to reduce stress</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Communication Basics
Communication Basics
Communication Basics
<p>Identifies and discusses the three basic parts of communication: elements, methods and styles and how they impact our ability to communicate effectively. Discusses cultural considerations and common barriers to effective communication.</p> <p><strong>Goal:</strong><b> </b>to identify communication elements, barriers, styles, listening skills and ways to improve communication</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;Thank you, this information was very valuable.&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Learning Centers (7)
Course
Designing Centers #1: Getting Started
Designing Centers #1: Getting Started
Designing Centers #1: Getting Started
<p>Discusses the importance of having learning centers, how to establish them, and how to manage them.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: To understand the variety of centers and how to design effectively and efficiently.</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;Such an easy website to use. Very user friendly.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;I got great ideas for the centers I will be adding to my daycare.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;Awesome.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;Wow am I glad I ran across your website today.&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Designing Centers #2: New Center Ideas
Designing Centers #2: New Center Ideas
Designing Centers #2: New Center Ideas
<p>This class introduces more than 10 new ideas for learning&nbsp;centers and discusses possible props and uses for these centers.</p> <p><strong>Goal: </strong>to learn about new learning center opportunities and how to utilize them in your program</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Designing Centers #3: More New Ideas
Designing Centers #3: More New Ideas
Designing Centers #3: More New Ideas
<p>This class introduces more than 10 new ideas for design centers and discusses possible props and uses for these centers.</p> <p><strong>Goal:</strong> to learn about new learning center opportunities and creative ways to utilize them in your program</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Teaching STEM in Preschool
Teaching STEM in Preschool
Teaching STEM in Preschool
<p>This class explores the ways we can introduce STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) into the preschool curriculum so as to encourage child-initiated, play-based exploration and discovery that results in learning that is both meaningful and foundational.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to learn about STEM and how to develop teaching topics for your preschool classroom&nbsp;</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;I really enjoyed this class. I learned a lot.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;GREAT class!&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;Great experience! Well done!&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;So easy to use and so accessible, I&nbsp;love that aspect SOOOO much!&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
2 Hours
$20
Course
Literacy: Developing and Encouraging
Literacy: Developing and Encouraging
Literacy: Developing and Encouraging
<p>Learn how to develop your children&#39;s literacy skills through understanding the eight essentials of early literacy and how to select the best literature for children.&nbsp; Learn best practices on how to encourage literacy&nbsp;in your child care program.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to provide guidance on how to teach, encourage and inspire early literacy in children within a child care program</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
2 Hours
$20
Knowledge Collection
Efficient Use of Classroom Space
Efficient Use of Classroom Space
Efficient Use of Classroom Space
<p>Discover new ideas for creating effective classroom design for optimal learning and enjoyment.</p> <p>This mobile-friendly course can be accessed on any device, including phones and tablets.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>For a guide on how to access individual classes in a multi-class package, please read&nbsp;<a href="/go/167-how-to-find-my-classes-and-select-electives-on-my-dashboard-account">How to Access Your Classes.</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
3 Hours
$29
New and Popular (23)
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Attitude is Everything
Attitude is Everything
Attitude is Everything
<p style="color:#ED1151;"> <span class="fa-stack fa-lg"> <i class="fa fa-square-o fa-stack-2x"></i> <i class="fa fa-bullseye fa-stack-1x"></i> </span> <strong>New Interactive Course Format</strong></p> <p>Early childhood educators are responsible for shaping the minds of our future generation. This online training class helps Early Child educators explore different attitudes that are beneficial in developing the cognitive, social, and emotional skills of young learners.<br /> <br /> Free Previe.w</p> <h3><img align="center" alt="Sgclassesonline.com" border="0" src="/uploads/9531_Attitudeis_Everything_Free_Preview1_min_6e7a6c54b0.jpg" /></h3> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><img align="center" alt="Sgclassesonline.com" border="0" src="/uploads/9532_Attitudeis_Everything_Free_Preview2_min_c156168280.jpg" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
5.0
$0
Course
Managing Your Time to Get Things Done
Managing Your Time to Get Things Done
Managing Your Time to Get Things Done
<p>How do we get more done in a day without working 24/7?&nbsp; This class offers tools and techniques to help prioritize and manage our time.&nbsp; You&#39;ll learn how to make and maintain a schedule.&nbsp; Learn how to get things done while still maintaining a healthy work/life balance!</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to learn time management techniques to effectively plan and manage your schedule to achieve more</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class can be accessed on any device, including phones and tablets.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$2
Course
Animals in the Classroom
Animals in the Classroom
Animals in the Classroom
<div class="video-wrapper relative w-full overflow-hidden bg-white p-4"> <div class="embed-responsive embed-responsive-16by9 relative w-full overflow-hidden" style="padding-top: 56.25%"> <iframe class="embed-responsive-item absolute bottom-0 left-0 right-0 top-0 h-full w-full" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/pL3NoRxqC2w?autoplay=1&mute=1&loop=1&playlist=pL3NoRxqC2w&controls=0" allowfullscreen></iframe> </div> </div> <p></p> <p>Animals can teach us so much about life and help children build&nbsp;both academic and social skills.&nbsp; Learn how to determine if an animal is right for your program and how to select the right pet.&nbsp; And if having an animal in your facility isn&#39;t feasible, there are many other opportunities to teach children about the animal kingdom.</p> <p>*<strong>Bonus</strong>* Lesson Plans!</p> <p><strong>Goal:</strong> to understand the benefits of learning about animals and how to evaluate whether a pet is right for your program</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class can be accessed on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;It was a good class. Learned quite a lot.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;I liked the class, it was very informative.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;It was a great class.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;I liked the class. I will be able to teach my kids.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;I was impressed with your classes.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;I learned a lot from this course.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;The&nbsp;most user friendly classes have ever taken!&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
4.0
$9
Course
All About Food: Let's Get Cookin'!
All About Food: Let's Get Cookin'!
All About Food: Let's Get Cookin'!
<p>Help children learn about food with fun and easy&nbsp;cooking activities as well as&nbsp;tips on how to talk about nutrition,&nbsp;understand&nbsp;hunger and food insecurity and a guide to supporting&nbsp;special diets.</p> <p>This couse is mobile friendly and can be accessed on all devices.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$9
Course
Ensuring Teacher Success
Ensuring Teacher Success
Ensuring Teacher Success
<p>Preschool Directors are responsible for all aspects of the daily operations, activities, and planning of their centers which includes the hiring, managing, and leadership of staff.&nbsp;&nbsp; This class is designed to guide Preschool Directors in creating and fostering an environment where quality staff members can thrive successfully from their date of hire and beyond.</p> <p>This course is mobile-friendly and can be accessed on any device, including phones and tablets.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$9
Course
Leadership Essentials
Leadership Essentials
Leadership Essentials
<p>From everyday tasks of managing your program to motivating and inspiring your staff, learn the basics of leadership and it&#39;s importance in the child care field.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to learn the essential elements of being a great leader</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;Enjoyable learning.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;I&#39;m just so happy to get new information to implemented on my business.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;Will recommend.&quot;</em></p> <p><em>&quot;Awesome class!&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Observation & Assessment (7)
Course
Basic Observation & Assessment
Basic Observation & Assessment
Basic Observation & Assessment
<p>Discusses the &lsquo;Why?&rsquo; of observation, the purposes of observation, objectivity and accuracy, interpretation, removing obstacles and barriers and different approaches.</p> <p><strong>Goal:</strong><strong> </strong>to understand observation, objectivity, interpretation and how to overcome barriers and obstacles</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;I love that i can get my 10 hrs on here anytime I&nbsp;want.&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Observation, Assessment and Respect
Observation, Assessment and Respect
Observation, Assessment and Respect
<p>This class deals with recording observations about the child&#39;s growth in showing respect. It provides some suggestions on the appropriate recording of these observations and gives some practical examples of showing respect.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to learn how to assess children in their growth toward showing respect and ways to show recognition of respectful behavior</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Observing Young Children
Observing Young Children
Observing Young Children
<p>This class explores what observations are and what purpose they serve. It discusses what makes a good observation and the five traditional developmental domains that need to be assessed through observation.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to understand what observations are and what makes good observations</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Linking Assessments to Lesson Planning
Linking Assessments to Lesson Planning
Linking Assessments to Lesson Planning
<p>Discusses screenings and assessments as they relate to observation and how they can to be used to help develop lesson plans.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to understanding screenings and assessments and how they can be related to lesson plans</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
2 Hours
$20
Course
Observation Practicum
Observation Practicum
Observation Practicum
<p>This class provides practical exercises for the use of different observation tools in evaluating the child&#39;s progress and behavior and the program.</p> <p><strong>Goal:</strong> to learn tools and methods to observe children&#39;s behavior and create a profile for development</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
2 Hours
$20
Course
Observation Methods
Observation Methods
Observation Methods
<p>Discusses the characteristics of a good observer, and the four primary areas of observation: the program, the child&#39;s progress, the child&#39;s behavior and the teacher.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to learn basic observation methods to assess children&#39;s development as well as guiding teacher behavior</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
3 Hours
$30
Speech, Language & Communication (18)
Course
Working With Humor
Working With Humor
Working With Humor
<p>Promotes humor as a way of relieving stress, identifies good humor versus bad humor, describes how to apply humor in the workplace and discusses the positive benefits of using humor.</p> <p style="margin-top: -15px;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="margin-top: -15px;"><strong>Goal</strong>: to learn about what humor is appropriate for the workplace and how to use it to relieve&nbsp;stress and positively affect the work environment</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
5.0
$10
Course
Communication Basics
Communication Basics
Communication Basics
<p>Identifies and discusses the three basic parts of communication: elements, methods and styles and how they impact our ability to communicate effectively. Discusses cultural considerations and common barriers to effective communication.</p> <p><strong>Goal:</strong><b> </b>to identify communication elements, barriers, styles, listening skills and ways to improve communication</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What customers are saying about this class:</p> <p><em>&quot;Thank you, this information was very valuable.&quot;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Introduction to Signing
Introduction to Signing
Introduction to Signing
<p>This class introduces the basics of signing: terminology, the art of signing, the importance of signing and tips on how to better communicate with a deaf person.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to learn the basics of sign language and how to communicate with a hearing-impaired person</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Sign Language with Infants
Sign Language with Infants
Sign Language with Infants
<p>This class identifies signs that can be used with infants, discusses when to teach them these signs, and discusses the many benefits of using sign language with infants.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to learn signs that can be used with infants and the benefits of using sign language with babies</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Sign Language with Toddlers
Sign Language with Toddlers
Sign Language with Toddlers
<p>This class identifies signs that can be used with toddlers, discusses when to teach them these signs, and discusses the many benefits of using sign language with toddlers.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to learn basic signs&nbsp;and the benefits of signing with toddlers</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
Course
Sign Language with Preschoolers
Sign Language with Preschoolers
Sign Language with Preschoolers
<p>This class identifies signs that can be used with preschoolers. It discusses how learning sign language enhances the multiple intelligences, describes when to teach them these signs, and discusses the many benefits of using sign language with preschoolers.</p> <p><strong>Goal</strong>: to learn the basics and benefits of signing with preschoolers</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$10
State Required Courses & Credentials (WA, FL and others) (7)
Knowledge Collection
2-Hour HIV/AIDS
2-Hour HIV/AIDS
2-Hour HIV/AIDS
<p><strong>NOTE for WA State Childcare Providers: </strong>This course is a separate health and safety&nbsp;requirement and cannot be used for the WA State annual 10-hour STARS training.</p> <p>This mobile-friendly class is accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.<img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
2 Hours
$10
Knowledge Collection
Bloodborne Pathogens
Bloodborne Pathogens
Bloodborne Pathogens
<p>Designed to provide understanding concerning what bloodborne pathogens are and how to reduce risk of exposure both to oneself and others.</p> <p><strong>NOTE for WA State Childcare Providers: </strong>This course is a separate health and safety&nbsp;requirement and cannot be used for the WA State annual 10-hour STARS training.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>This mobile-friendly course can be accessed on any device, including phones and tablets.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
2 Hours
$10
Knowledge Collection
child care
child care
child care
<p>This 10-module course meets the DCYF (DEL) initial 30 hour training requirement for child care licensing.&nbsp; Once you have completed the full course, we will add this to your Merit account so you can meet your requirements and be eligible for reimbursement from Merit.</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />This course is mobile-friendly and accessible on any device, including phones and tablets.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
30 Hours
$95
Knowledge Collection
WA State Child Care Basics Bundle
WA State Child Care Basics Bundle
WA State Child Care Basics Bundle
<p>Meet your initial WA State requirements for childcare licensing with this discounted package. Includes the new&nbsp;30-hr Child Care Basics course as well as the required&nbsp;HIV/AIDS and Bloodborne Pathogens courses.</p> <p>These courses are mobile friendly and accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.&nbsp;</p>
34 Hours
$95
Knowledge Collection
All STAR Special
All STAR Special
All STAR Special
<p>This package offers all the hours child care providers in Washington State need for their first year&#39;s training requirements, including the initial 30 hour Child Care Basics and our follow-up 10-hour course Building on the Basics.&nbsp; Everything you need to get your career off to a great start!</p> <p><img src="/uploads/0_mobile_friendly_cd02ebce02.png" style="height: 93px; width: 100px; float: right;" />These courses are mobile friendly and accessible on any device, including tablets and phones.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
40 Hours
$149
Package
Florida 45-hr Credential Renewal
Florida 45-hr Credential Renewal
Florida 45-hr Credential Renewal
<p>This package allows you to choose&nbsp;classes totaling 45 hours. &nbsp;It can be used to meet the Florida Staff or Director Credential and Florida CDA renewal.</p> <p>You&#39;ll be able to select your classes once you complete your order.&nbsp; &nbsp;For a guide on how to choose&nbsp;your classes, read <a href="/go/167-how-to-find-my-classes-and-select-electives-on-my-dashboard-account">How to Select Your Classes</a>.</p> <p>Please note: these classes will not meet the initial Florida licensing requirements.&nbsp; Please visit&nbsp;the <a href="https://www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/child-care/training.shtml">DCF website</a> for more information on initial training requirements.</p>
45 Hours
$169
Teacher Toolkit (6)
Course
Music in the Classroom: Lesson Plans
Music in the Classroom: Lesson Plans
Music in the Classroom: Lesson Plans
<p>This collection of 5 music-themed lesson plans is based on our training class &quot;Sing Along: Music&nbsp;in the Classroom.&quot;&nbsp; The lesson plans include instructional materials, activities and discussion questions to keep the learning going!&nbsp; Great reference material for follow up and additional sessions!</p> <p>Lesson plans include:&nbsp;</p> <ol> <li>Singing</li> <li>Styles of Music</li> <li>The Sounds of Music</li> <li>Musical Instruments</li> <li>Rhythm and Dance</li> </ol> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>NOTE:</strong> These lesson plans are for classroom use and are not eligible for licensing credit for in-service hours.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
0 Hour
$9
Course
Animals in the Classroom: Lesson Plans
Animals in the Classroom: Lesson Plans
Animals in the Classroom: Lesson Plans
<div class="container mx-auto p-4"> <div class="bg-white shadow-md rounded-lg p-6 mb-6 flex flex-wrap"> <div class="flex-1"> <h2 class="text-2xl font-semibold text-blue-700 mb-2">Mindfulness in the Classroom</h2> <div class="flex justify-center"> <img src="https://strapi.sgclassesonline.com/uploads/8406_Cat_Classroom_617x520_79e4622449.jpg" alt="Disney’s Hollywood Studios" class="w-32 h-32 object-cover rounded-lg"> </div> <h2 class="text-xl font-semibold text-blue-700 mb-2">Goal </h2> <div class="flex items-center lg:w-3/5 mx-auto border-b pb-2 mb-10 border-gray-200 sm:flex-row flex-col"> <p class="text-gray-600">To learn to implement classroom mindfulness strategies for managing children's thoughts, feelings, and behavior.</p> </div> <h2 class="text-xl font-semibold text-blue-700 mb-2">Table of Contents </h2> <div class="flex items-center lg:w-3/5 mx-auto border-b pb-2 mb-10 border-gray-200 sm:flex-row flex-col"> <p class="text-gray-600"> <ol> <li>What is Mindfulness? </li> <li>Why is Mindfulness Important for Preschoolers? </li> <li>Setting Up a Mindfulness Space</li> <li>Mindfulness Activities for the Classroom </li> <li>Integrating Mindfulness into the Curriculum </li> <li>Involving Parents and Building a Supporting Network </li> </ol> To understand the benefits of learning about animals and how to evaluate whether a pet is right for your program</p> </div> <h2 class="text-xl font-semibold text-blue-700 mb-2">Learning Objectives </h2> <div class="flex items-center lg:w-3/5 mx-auto border-b pb-2 mb-10 border-gray-200 sm:flex-row flex-col"> <p class="text-gray-600"> <h4>After completing this class, the student&nbsp;will be able to:</h4> <ul> <li>List the benefits of mindfulness in early childhood education.</li> <li>Identify various mindfulness techniques suitable for preschool children</li> <li>Integrate mindfulness techniques into daily classroom routines and activities</li> <li>Describe how mindfulness can influence children's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors</li> </ul> </p> </div> </div> </div> </div>
0 Hour
$9
Course
Cooking in the Classroom: Lesson Plans
Cooking in the Classroom: Lesson Plans
Cooking in the Classroom: Lesson Plans
<p>This collection of 5 food-themed lesson plans is based on our training class &quot;All about Food: Let&#39;s Get Cookin!&quot;&nbsp; The lesson plans include instructional materials, activities and discussion questions to keep the learning going!&nbsp; Great reference material for follow up and additional sessions!</p> <p>Lesson plans include:&nbsp;</p>
0 Hour
$9
Knowledge Collection
Animals in the Classroom: Lessons with Class
Animals in the Classroom: Lessons with Class
Animals in the Classroom: Lessons with Class
<p>This Knowledge Collection combines the Animals in the Classroom lesson plans with the &quot;<a href="/childcare/456-animals-in-the-classroom">Animals in the Classroom</a>&quot; course that teachers can use to meet their state licensing hours (where approved).&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>The lesson plans include instructional materials, activities and discussion questions to keep the learning going!&nbsp; Great reference material for follow up and additional sessions!</p> <p>Lesson plans include:&nbsp;</p> <ol> <li>Animal Habitats</li> <li>Animal Shapes and Colors</li> <li>Animal Sounds</li> <li>Groups of Animals</li> <li>Facts about Animals</li> </ol>
1 Hour
$19
Knowledge Collection
Music in the Classroom: Lessons with Class
Music in the Classroom: Lessons with Class
Music in the Classroom: Lessons with Class
<p>This Knowledge Collection combines the Music&nbsp;in the Classroom lesson plans with the &quot;<a href="/childcare/475-sing-along-music-in-the-classroom">Sing Along: Music&nbsp;in the Classroom</a>&quot; course that teachers can use to meet their state licensing hours (where approved).&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>The lesson plans include instructional materials, activities and discussion questions to keep the learning going!&nbsp; Great reference material for follow up and additional sessions!</p> <p>Lesson plans include:&nbsp;</p> <ol> <li>Singing</li> <li>Styles of Music</li> <li>The Sounds of Music</li> <li>Musical Instruments</li> <li>Rhythm and Dance</li> </ol>
1 Hour
$19
Knowledge Collection
Cooking in the Classroom: Lessons with Class
Cooking in the Classroom: Lessons with Class
Cooking in the Classroom: Lessons with Class
<p>This Knowledge Collection combines the Cooking&nbsp;in the Classroom lesson plans with the &quot;<a href="/childcare/492-all-about-food-let-s-get-cookin">All About Food: Let&#39;s Get Cookin!</a>&quot; course that teachers can use to meet their state licensing hours (where approved).&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>The lesson plans include instructional materials, activities and discussion questions to keep the learning going!&nbsp; Great reference material for follow up and additional sessions!</p> <p>Lesson plans include:&nbsp;</p> <ol> <li>Cooking preparing food</li> <li>Why we need food</li> <li>Hunger and food waste</li> <li>We all eat different foods</li> <li>How food gets to our plate</li> </ol> <p>&nbsp;</p>
1 Hour
$19
Contact
1207 N Landing Way
# 1072
Renton, WA 98057
1-253-277-1939
[email protected]
Hours:
7am to 4pm Pacific
Monday - Friday