NEW! RECOGNIZING AND RESPONDING TO CHALLENGING BEHAVIORS
This continuing education course is designed for child care providers to explore the importance of recognizing and identifying challenging behaviors. Participants will discuss what these behaviors look like, how to identify them and strategies to help to prevent them from occurring. COK: 3, CD
Course fee: $30
| Section | Sessions | Dates | Days | Times | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEU 991 9NA | 1 | 03/08/21 | M | 6-9pm | Online, Synchronous |
NEW! UNDERSTANDING AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER
This continuing education course is designed for child care providers and will focus on Autism Spectrum Disorder: a developmental disorder that significantly affects a child’s ability to communicate, interact with others, and learn in a conventional manner. Topics include discussion of early signs of Autism Spectrum Disorder and strategies to incorporate into early childhood settings. COK: 3, SN
Course fee: $30
| Section | Sessions | Dates | Days | Times | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEU 978 9NB | 1 | 04/05/21 | M | 6-9pm | Online, Synchronous |
NEW! SURVIVING SUMMER WITH SCHOOL AGERS
This continuing education course is designed for child care providers who work with school-agers, aged 5-8 years. Topics and activities will focus on social emotional development and self-esteem, peer relationships, gross and fine motor development, cognitive development and language development. COK: 3, CD
Course fee: $30
| Section | Sessions | Dates | Days | Times | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEU 702 9NA | 1 | 05/10/21 | M | 6-9pm | Online, Synchronous |
NEW! PARENT HANDBOOK
This continuing education course is designed to explore how policies and procedures contained in a child care program’s parent handbook can communicate to families how that program operates. Child Care providers will identify specific policies and procedures required at the different MD EXCELS rating levels. COK: 1 PROF, 1 COM
Course fee: $20
| Section | Sessions | Dates | Days | Times | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEU 990 9NA | 1 | 06/07/21 | M | 6-8pm | Online, Synchronous |
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS FOR CHILD CARE
This course is funded through the Project Security Blanket Grant from the Maryland State Department of Education. For more details, go to: www.projectsecurityblanket.org. New providers can use this to satisfy both the Emergency Preparedness and the Professionalism training component required during their first year of registration. This training is designed for child care center staff, family child care providers, and informal providers. Training will build upon basic child care licensing requirements and address additional areas of concern that are now in the forefront of emergency preparedness planning. Core of Knowledge: PRO 3 hrs/HSN 3 hrs. Level-Beginning. All students pay $15 course fee (this course is not subject to the $5 college registration fee).
| Section | Sessions | Dates | Days | Times | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEU 773 9NQ | 3 | 03/08-03/10/21 | M-W | 6:30-8:30pm | Online, Synchronous |
| CEU 773 9NR | 3 | 04/05-04/07/21 | M-W | 6:30-8:30pm | Online, Synchronous |
| CEU 773 9NS | 3 | 05/03-05/05/21 | M-W | 6:30-8:30pm | Online, Synchronous |
| CEU 773 9NT | 3 | 06/14-06/16/21 | M-W | 6:30-8:30pm | Online, Synchronous |
• There are no face-to-face meetings.
• Students must provide an email address when they register.
• Once you have registered, you must email manawalt@chesapeake.edu for further instructions.
• The weekend before the first class date, students receive an email with login information.
• All students are expected to log in as of the first class date.
• Most courses have a required textbook. Books can be purchased online, here, through our partnership with the Howard Community College Bookstore.
General guidelines for online classes: You will need access to a computer, the internet and email to take these courses; sufficient computer skills are required, including using a word processing program to write and save your work on your computer. Provide your email address with your registration so we can send you login instructions.
INFANT AND TODDLER CARE 45 HRS. ONLINE
Gain the skills necessary to work with infants and build communication skills to use with parents, co-workers and the public. Topics include growth and development, curriculum planning, goal setting, selection of age-appropriate materials, and methods for infants and toddlers birth to age 3. This certification course satisfies the MSDE requirement of 45 hours of infant-toddler curriculum training for child care teachers, directors, and family providers working with infants and toddlers.
Course fee: $265
| Section | Dates | Format |
|---|---|---|
| CEU 610 9NC | 03/29-05/18/21 | Online, Asynchronous |
| CEU 610 9ND | 06/14-08/02/21 | Online, Asynchronous |
PRESCHOOL CURRICULUM & ACTIVITIES 45 HRS. ONLINE
Become prepared for a position in a child care center or preschool. This certification course satisfies the curriculum half of the MSDE requirement of 90 hours of training for child care teachers and directors working with preschoolers. Basic concepts of curriculum planning and implementation for children three to five years old are introduced. Topics include: teaching strategies, environment design, and implementation of best practices in early childhood education. This course and Child Growth & Development 45 hours are required to complete the 90-hour child care certification.
Course fee: $265
| Section | Dates | Format |
|---|---|---|
| CEU 606 9NC | 03/29-05/18/21 | Online, Asynchronous |
| CEU 606 9ND | 06/14-08/02/21 | Online, Asynchronous |
SCHOOL AGE CHILD CARE CURRICULUM 45 HRS. ONLINE
Gain the skills necessary to work in school-age child care programs. Topics include curriculum planning, age-appropriate materials and methods for children ages 6-13. This certification course satisfies the curriculum half of the MSDE requirement of 90 hours of child care training for teachers, directors and coordinators working with school-age children.
Course fee: $265
| Section | Dates | Format |
|---|---|---|
| CEU 607 9NC | 03/29-05/18/21 | Online, Asynchronous |
| CEU 607 9ND | 06/23-08/11/21 | Online, Asynchronous |
CHILD GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT 45 HRS. ONLINE
This certification course satisfies the child development half of the MSDE requirement of 90 hours for child care teachers and directors. Gain a broad overview of major concepts, theories and research related to the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of the child from birth through age 12. This course and a 45-hour course in age-appropriate curriculum (preschool infant-toddler, or school-age) are required to complete the 90-hour certification for child care. You must successfully complete all course assignments to receive a course certificate. Purchase textbook prior to class.
Course fee: $265
| Section | Dates | Format |
|---|---|---|
| CEU 611 9NC | 03/23-05/14/21 | Online, Asynchronous |
| CEU 611 9ND | 06/18-08/06/21 | Online, Asynchronous |
CHILD CARE ADMINISTRATION ONLINE
This course prepares prospective directors to administer and manage a child care center. Topics include state requirements and compliance standards for physical facilities, licensing, insurance, and staffing child care programs. Other topics include recordkeeping, budget and bookkeeping, personnel selection, training and managing staff, food services, equipment, materials, and community involvement. This certification course satisfies the MSDE requirement for 45 hours of administrative training for child care center directors.
Course fee: $265
| Section | Dates | Format |
|---|---|---|
| CEU 609 9NC | 04/15-05/27/21 | Online, Asynchronous |
FAMILY CHILD CARE PRE-SERVICE ONLINE
This class satisfies state training requirements for Family Child Care applicants and new providers to start and operate a home-based child care business. Includes a total of 24 clock-hours: 4 clock-hours of training in each of the state approved Core of Knowledge areas.
Course fee: $240
| Section | Dates | Format |
|---|---|---|
| CEU 664 9NC | 05/31-08/20/21 | Online, Asynchronous |
COMMUNICATION SKILLS FOR CHILD CARE PROVIDERS
This course introduces basic concepts of developing strong communication skills when working in a child care center. Topics include: speaking, writing, interpersonal communication strategies, and critical reading techniques, with a focus on communication with parents and co-workers, and communication issues within a typical child care day.
Course fee: $100
| Section | Dates | Format |
|---|---|---|
| CEU 612 9ND | 05/03-05/17/21 | Online, Asynchronous |
| CEU 612 9NC | 07/19-08/02/21 | Online, Asynchronous |
These classes are designed to help you get your program aligned with MD EXCELS as well as to help you reach higher MD Child Care Credential levels. These courses are identified by MSDE in the Credential (proposed) modifications for levels 2, 3 and 4, but would benefit all providers. All students pay course fee. Please note the following about these courses:
INCLUDING ALL CHILDREN & THE ADA
This course provides essential information that every child care and education professional needs to know about the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Go beyond the definition of ADA to learn inclusionary best practices, strategies and resources for implementing an early childhood or school age environment that is inclusive to all children and families. MSDE Core of Knowledge: SN 3 hrs. You may register for and begin this course any time between 5/31-8/20/21.
Course fee: $55
| Section | Register & Begin Anytime Between | Format |
|---|---|---|
| CEU 634 9NF | 05/31-08/20/21 | Online, Asynchronous |
RESOURCES THAT GUIDE DAILY PLANNING
This course is designed to provide child care and early childhood education professionals with an explanation of key concepts of curriculum planning and implementation, including frameworks, standards, guidelines, planning tools and state-approved curriculum resources aimed to promote quality programming and enhanced learning. Core of Knowledge: Cur 3 hrs. You may register for and begin this course any time between 5/31-8/20/21.
Course fee: $30
| Section | Register & Begin Anytime Between | Format |
|---|---|---|
| CEU 631 9NB | 05/31-08/20/21 | Online, Asynchronous |
PLAYGROUND SAFETY
Become more prepared to plan for a fun and safe playground, and learn the role of the child care provider in supervising and implementing safety procedures, from age appropriate and accessible playground equipment to appropriate supervision, and safety checks. Core of Knowledge: HSN 3 hrs. You may register for and begin this course any time between 5/31-8/20/21.
Course fee: $30
| Section | Register & Begin Anytime Between | Format |
|---|---|---|
| CEU 624 9NB | 05/31-08/20/21 | Online, Asynchronous |
THE CHILD CARE PROVIDER AS A PROFESSIONAL
Examine the components of professionalism that promote a successful work environment and relationships, including ethical codes of conduct, federal, state and local organizations that support professional development in child care and education. Core of Knowledge: Pro 3 hrs. You may register for and begin this course any time between 5/31-8/20/21.
Course fee: $30
| Section | Register & Begin Anytime Between | Format |
|---|---|---|
| CEU 625 9NB | 05/31-08/20/21 | Online, Asynchronous |
CONFLICT RESOLUTION STRATEGIES
Take effective steps to develop professional and positive relationships with staff, children, families and the community through the practice of conflict resolution strategies. Examine typical situations that may lead to conflict, how to address conflict in a professional manner and promote resolution. Core of knowledge: Pro 3 hrs. You may register for and begin this course any time between 5/31-8/20/21.
Course fee: $30
| Section | Register & Begin Anytime Between | Format |
|---|---|---|
| CEU 622 9NB | 05/31-08/20/21 | Online, Asynchronous |
FAMILY AND COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS
Learn how to access the many helpful resources that are available right in our community that can benefit children and families, and how to be an advocate for parents and children with ongoing needs related to health, education and referral services. Core of Knowledge: COM 3 hrs. You may register for and begin this course any time between 5/31-8/20/21.
Course fee: $30
| Section | Register & Begin Anytime Between | Format |
|---|---|---|
| CEU 621 9NB | 05/31-08/20/21 | Online, Asynchronous |
INTRODUCTION TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL RATING SCALES
Maryland has identified the ERS environmental rating scales as a quality improvement tool for child care programs participating in MD EXCELS. Learn how the ERS can be used to evaluate the child care environment, identify strengths and areas needing improvement, and increase your program’s quality. Core of Knowledge: Pro 3 hrs. You may register for and begin this course any time between 5/31-8/20/21.
Course fee: $30
| Section | Register & Begin Anytime Between | Format |
|---|---|---|
| CEU 629 9NB | 05/31-08/20/21 | Online, Asynchronous |
BASIC HEALTH & SAFETY TRAINING
This 5 hour state developed curriculum addresses MD Child Care Licensing requirements. Key topics for the training include: establishing and maintaining safe, healthy environments, teaching all children and youth safe practices to prevent and reduce injuries, record keeping and policy considerations, identification and reporting of child abuse, neglect and injurious treatment, sanitation practices, and appropriate supervision of all children and youth at all times. Core of Knowledge: HSN 5 hrs. You may register for and begin this course any time between 5/31-8/20/21.
Course fee: $55
| Section | Register & Begin Anytime Between | Format |
|---|---|---|
| CEU 626 9NB | 05/31-08/20/21 | Online, Asynchronous |
The following Spanish course is offered online every month. You will have access to your classroom 24 hours a day, seven days a week from any computer with Internet connection. For information on how to register for these courses, please contact Deanna Tobin 410-822-5400 ext 2353, dtobin@chesapeake.edu.
SPANISH IN THE CLASSROOM
This course is designed for teachers interested in learning the essential Spanish to bridge the communication gap with your Spanish-speaking students and parents. Students will learn new words in easy-to-digest bites, and each lesson will include Supplementary Material to help you keep expanding your vocabulary.
We'll start with the basics of Spanish pronunciation, and then we'll move right into simple words for everyday things, such as colors, numbers, and question words. Next, we'll get into what it's like on the first day of school as we go over words related to enrolling new students, conversing in the classroom, talking about rules and behavior, and basic vocabulary for various academic subjects. Finally, we'll delve into some survival phrases for the parent-teacher conference as you learn to describe how a child is doing, talk about academic or behavior problems. Core of Knowledge: COM 24 hrs.
CEG 248 Online
Note: Due to the nature of grant funding, courses not listed in this schedule may be offered by the Chesapeake Child Care Resource Center. For more information, call 410-822-5400, ext. 2357