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In-Person Training--NOW ONLINE: Motivational Interviewing
April 2, 2020
9:30 a.m.
– 2:30 p.m.
This training will now be held online.
$75 per person. Note: This training is free for Parent Aware Coaches and Professional Development Advisors. Choose Participant type “Parent Aware Coach or PD Advisor” when registering. | 4 clock hours | Register by March 31.
Motivational interviewing is a technique used to guide early education and child care providers toward improvement while also empowering them to change. Motivational interviewing coaches focus on curiosity instead of judgment. They use specific strategies to align themselves with the provider and to promote reflection.
Our 4-hour, introductory workshop will educate participants about motivational interviewing principles. It also will give coaches the ability to experience and practice skills.
In-Person Training--NOW ONLINE: Emotional Support for Coaches
April 23, 2020
9:00 a.m.
– 1:00 p.m.
This training will now be held online.
Earn 4 clock hours | $100 per person. This training is free for Parent Aware Coaches and Professional Development Advisors. Choose “Parent Aware Coach or PD Advisor” as your Participant Type during registration. | Register by April 20.
The Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS™) measures emotional support in four dimensions: positive climate, negative climate, teacher sensitivity, and regard for student perspective. This training will prepare coaches to support teachers in these areas.
In-Person Training--NOW ONLINE: Classroom Organization for Coaches
April 30, 2020
9:00 a.m.
– 1:00 p.m.
This training will now be held online.
Earn 4 clock hours | $100 per person. This training is free for Parent Aware Coaches and Professional Development Advisors. When registering, choose Participant Type “Parent Aware Coach or PD Advisor.” | Register by April 27.
Get an in-depth understanding of coaching considerations when providing feedback to teachers.
3-week online course: Introduction to Reflective Supervision/Consultation
June 8, 2020
12:00 a.m.
– 12:00 a.m.
Online
June 8 to June 29, 2020 | Earn 10 clock hours | Cost: $175 | Register by June 1
In this three-week online course, get an introduction to the principles and core competencies of RS/C. Develop a foundation of knowledge about reflective supervision/consultation based in infant mental health theory and practice.
9-week online course: Challenging Behavior in Early Childhood
June 15, 2020
12:00 a.m.
– 12:00 a.m.
Online
June 15 to August 17, 2020 | Earn 42 clock hours | Early bird until May 4: $455; After May 4: $475 | Register by June 8
Find the common ground between behavioral and therapeutic approaches to help professionals support the healthy social-emotional development of children while addressing challenging behaviors. Course material expands upon both functional behavioral assessments and relationship-based teaching. It explores the causes of maladaptive behavioral patterns in children’s actions and interactions and provides strategies to address them.
9-week online course: Introduction to Infant Mental Health
June 15, 2020
12:00 a.m.
– 12:00 a.m.
Online
June 15 to August 17, 2020 | Earn 42 clock hours | Early bird until May 4: $455 plus textbook; After May 4: $475 plus textbook | Register by June 8
Learn about the role of infant mental health specialists and the use of relationship and reflective practice in your work with families. This is not a clinical class.
10-week online course: Working with Parents: Using Infant Mental Health Principles to Support Special Populations
June 15, 2020
12:00 a.m.
– 12:00 a.m.
Online
June 15 to August 24, 2020 | Earn 84 clock hours | Early bird to May 4: $900 plus textbooks; After May 4: $950 plus textbooks | Register by June 8
Strong relationships set the stage for healthy development. In this course, examine childhood mental health principles and learn strategies for working with parents of young children.
10-week online course: Working with Parents: Using Infant Mental Health Principles to Support Special Populations
June 15, 2020
12:00 a.m.
– 12:00 a.m.
Online
June 15 to August 24, 2020 | Earn 84 clock hours | Early bird to May 4: $900 plus textbooks; After May 4: $950 plus textbooks | Register by June 8
Strong relationships set the stage for healthy development. In this course, examine childhood mental health principles and learn strategies for working with parents of young children.
10-week online course: Working with Parents: Using Infant Mental Health Principles to Support Special Populations
June 15, 2020
12:00 a.m.
– 12:00 a.m.
Online
June 15 to August 24, 2020 | Earn 84 clock hours | Early bird to May 4: $900 plus textbooks; After May 4: $950 plus textbooks | Register by June 8
Strong relationships set the stage for healthy development. In this course, examine childhood mental health principles and learn strategies for working with parents of young children.
10-week online course: Working with Parents: Using Infant Mental Health Principles to Support Special Populations
June 15, 2020
12:00 a.m.
– 12:00 a.m.
Online
June 15 to August 24, 2020 | Earn 84 clock hours | Early bird to May 4: $900 plus textbooks; After May 4: $950 plus textbooks | Register by June 8
Strong relationships set the stage for healthy development. In this course, examine childhood mental health principles and learn strategies for working with parents of young children.
10-week online course: Working with Parents: Using Infant Mental Health Principles to Support Special Populations
June 15, 2020
12:00 a.m.
– 12:00 a.m.
Online
June 15 to August 24, 2020 | Earn 84 clock hours | Early bird to May 4: $900 plus textbooks; After May 4: $950 plus textbooks | Register by June 8
Strong relationships set the stage for healthy development. In this course, examine childhood mental health principles and learn strategies for working with parents of young children.
10-week online course: Working with Parents: Using Infant Mental Health Principles to Support Special Populations
June 15, 2020
12:00 a.m.
– 12:00 a.m.
Online
June 15 to August 24, 2020 | Earn 84 clock hours | Early bird to May 4: $900 plus textbooks; After May 4: $950 plus textbooks | Register by June 8
Strong relationships set the stage for healthy development. In this course, examine childhood mental health principles and learn strategies for working with parents of young children.
10-week online course: Working with Parents: Using Infant Mental Health Principles to Support Special Populations
June 15, 2020
12:00 a.m.
– 12:00 a.m.
Online
June 15 to August 24, 2020 | Earn 84 clock hours | Early bird to May 4: $900 plus textbooks; After May 4: $950 plus textbooks | Register by June 8
Strong relationships set the stage for healthy development. In this course, examine childhood mental health principles and learn strategies for working with parents of young children.
10-week online course: Working with Parents: Using Infant Mental Health Principles to Support Special Populations
June 15, 2020
12:00 a.m.
– 12:00 a.m.
Online
June 15 to August 24, 2020 | Earn 84 clock hours | Early bird to May 4: $900 plus textbooks; After May 4: $950 plus textbooks | Register by June 8
Strong relationships set the stage for healthy development. In this course, examine childhood mental health principles and learn strategies for working with parents of young children.
10-week online course: Working with Parents: Using Infant Mental Health Principles to Support Special Populations
June 15, 2020
12:00 a.m.
– 12:00 a.m.
Online
June 15 to August 24, 2020 | Earn 84 clock hours | Early bird to May 4: $900 plus textbooks; After May 4: $950 plus textbooks | Register by June 8
Strong relationships set the stage for healthy development. In this course, examine childhood mental health principles and learn strategies for working with parents of young children.
10-week online course: Working with Parents: Using Infant Mental Health Principles to Support Special Populations
June 15, 2020
12:00 a.m.
– 12:00 a.m.
Online
June 15 to August 24, 2020 | Earn 84 clock hours | Early bird to May 4: $900 plus textbooks; After May 4: $950 plus textbooks | Register by June 8
Strong relationships set the stage for healthy development. In this course, examine childhood mental health principles and learn strategies for working with parents of young children.
10-week online course: Working with Parents: Using Infant Mental Health Principles to Support Special Populations
June 15, 2020
12:00 a.m.
– 12:00 a.m.
Online
June 15 to August 24, 2020 | Earn 84 clock hours | Early bird to May 4: $900 plus textbooks; After May 4: $950 plus textbooks | Register by June 8
Strong relationships set the stage for healthy development. In this course, examine childhood mental health principles and learn strategies for working with parents of young children.
10-week online course: Working with Parents: Using Infant Mental Health Principles to Support Special Populations
June 15, 2020
12:00 a.m.
– 12:00 a.m.
Online
June 15 to August 24, 2020 | Earn 84 clock hours | Early bird to May 4: $900 plus textbooks; After May 4: $950 plus textbooks | Register by June 8
Strong relationships set the stage for healthy development. In this course, examine childhood mental health principles and learn strategies for working with parents of young children.
10-week online course: Working with Parents: Using Infant Mental Health Principles to Support Special Populations
June 15, 2020
12:00 a.m.
– 12:00 a.m.
Online
June 15 to August 24, 2020 | Earn 84 clock hours | Early bird to May 4: $900 plus textbooks; After May 4: $950 plus textbooks | Register by June 8
Strong relationships set the stage for healthy development. In this course, examine childhood mental health principles and learn strategies for working with parents of young children.
10-week online course: Working with Parents: Using Infant Mental Health Principles to Support Special Populations
June 15, 2020
12:00 a.m.
– 12:00 a.m.
Online
June 15 to August 24, 2020 | Earn 84 clock hours | Early bird to May 4: $900 plus textbooks; After May 4: $950 plus textbooks | Register by June 8
Strong relationships set the stage for healthy development. In this course, examine childhood mental health principles and learn strategies for working with parents of young children.
10-week online course: Working with Parents: Using Infant Mental Health Principles to Support Special Populations
June 15, 2020
12:00 a.m.
– 12:00 a.m.
Online
June 15 to August 24, 2020 | Earn 84 clock hours | Early bird to May 4: $900 plus textbooks; After May 4: $950 plus textbooks | Register by June 8
Strong relationships set the stage for healthy development. In this course, examine childhood mental health principles and learn strategies for working with parents of young children.
10-week online course: Working with Parents: Using Infant Mental Health Principles to Support Special Populations
June 15, 2020
12:00 a.m.
– 12:00 a.m.
Online
June 15 to August 24, 2020 | Earn 84 clock hours | Early bird to May 4: $900 plus textbooks; After May 4: $950 plus textbooks | Register by June 8
Strong relationships set the stage for healthy development. In this course, examine childhood mental health principles and learn strategies for working with parents of young children.
2020 Minnesota Early Intervention Summer Institute
June 16, 2020
12:00 a.m.
– 12:00 a.m.
St. John's University, Collegeville, MN
June 16-17, 2020 | St. John's University, 2850 Abbey Plaza, Collegeville, MN 56321
During the Summer Institute:
- Gain new insights and develop new skills for your work.
- Interact with other professionals who support infants, toddlers, and young children and their families.
- Attend plenaries with your peers on Tuesday and Wednesday before your selected session.
- Enjoy networking and community-building activities like a lunchtime barbecue, an evening dessert reception, and St. John’s all-you-can-eat ice cream and Johnny Bread!
View keynotes from the 2019 Summer Institute and read the blog series highlighting last year's sessions on our website.
In-Person Training: Pre-K CLASS™ Observer Reliability
June 22, 2020
8:00 a.m.
– 5:00 p.m.
Duluth, MN (Location TBA)
Two-day training: June 22-23, 2020 | Earn 16 clock hours | $400 per person | Register by June 1.
Participate and learn how to become a reliable observer from certified Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS™) trainers. We offer training for the Infant, Toddler, Pre-K, and K-3 versions of CLASS™.
6-week online course: Advanced Reflective Supervision/Consultation
July 13, 2020
12:00 a.m.
– 12:00 a.m.
Online
March 9 to April 20, 2020 | 28 clock hours | Register by March 5
Using the Reflective Interaction Observation Scale (RIOS™) as a framework, you’ll learn about the process of beginning and maintaining a reflective alliance with individuals and groups to help professionals build skills and increase self-efficacy.