Special Education 101 - A Parent's Guide
ECE-3344Explore the law that governs special education (the IDEA), the definition of special education, the ten basic steps of special education, and parents’ rights. Gain an understanding of the IEP meeting, preparing for the meeting, who must attend, what must be on the IEP, and what to do if you disagree with the IEP.
Tuition $0
Hours: 4.5
The IEP - Step-by-Step
ECE-3345Explore the IEP by going through each section, step-by-step, with special emphasis on Assistive Technology and Accommodations. This hands-on training explains record keeping basics along with providing a 3-ring binder with tabs for all your child’s important IEP documents.
Tuition $0
Hours: 4.5
Exploring Sensory Play
ECE-3444Comprehend why sensory play is an essential component of early childhood development. Discover ways to include the five senses in everyday activities and provide sensory experiences for young children.
Tuition $35
Hours: 5
Children & Autism Spectrum Disorder
ECE-3498What is Autism? Explore ways to provide developmentally appropriate care, and education techniques for working with young children with Autism.
Tuition $35
Hours: 5
Autism & Positive Behavioral Supports
ECE-3529Improve your ability to help care for and educate young children with Autism as you concentrate on learning specific behavior and guidance strategies.
Tuition $35
Hours: 5
Train & Motivate Your Staff
ECE-3535How do you make meetings and trainings for your staff more fun and meaningful? Discover inexpensive ways to encourage and motivate your employees.
Tuition $35
Hours: 5
Autism & Communication Strategies
ECE-3573Learn specific visual strategies and communications systems designed to help caregivers support children with Autism.
Tuition $35
Hours: 5
Arranging the Early Learning Environment
ECE-3797The arrangement of the physical environment is a vital part of any program. Gather ideas for helping staff use the arrangement of space and materials to meet the developmental needs of young children.
Tuition $35
Hours: 5
Ethics in Early Childhood Education
ECE-3834Explore the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct while considering how this position statement impacts the actions of both you and your staff.
Tuition $35
Hours: 5
Stress Busters & Time Management Tips
ECE-3847Stress is one of the most significant factors impacting health, work, home, and happiness. Through discussion and activities, explore the causes and results of stress and the tools for coping with difficult situations in the school-based setting. Learn to maximize your time and lower your stress level.
Tuition $35
Hours: 5
Time & Money Management for Directors
ECE-3883Learn how to effectively manage your resources as well as those of your childcare center. Explore the topics of budgeting, fundraising, collecting fees, delegating responsibilities, dealing with paper piles, and much more.
Tuition $35
Hours: 5
Leadership Strategies for Behaviors
ECE-3898Designed for center administrators, will show you how to help staff use evidence-based framework to address children's social, emotional development, and challenging behavior.
Tuition $35
Hours: 5
Young Children Who Are Highly Active
ECE-3922Young children are naturally energetic, but why are some children highly active? Discover reasons for high activity levels, and what you can do to help guide and support children who consistently exhibit impulsive, distracted behaviors.
Tuition $35
Hours: 5
Making Most of Interest Centers
ECE-3926Interest centers can increase learning while reducing behavior issues in your early learning environment. Explore strategies for encouraging meaningful play opportunities and gather tips and tools for setting up successful interest areas for a variety of ages.
Tuition $35
Hours: 5
Children & Speech & Language Disorders
ECE-3956Become familiar with factors influencing speech and language development and discover ways to support children with special needs as they develop communication skills.
Tuition $35
Hours: 5
Children & Sensory Processing Disorders
ECE-3957Children with Sensory Processing Disorder, also known as Sensory Integration Dysfunction (SID), have trouble organizing information coming in through their senses. Explore the characteristics of children with sensory processing issues and examine strategies for assisting these children in the early childhood setting.
Tuition $35
Hours: 5
Science Rocks!
ECE-3960Science experiments aren't for scientists. They are fun for everybody and that includes you and the children in your program. Be ready to be amazed at how easy it is to use ordinary material in extraordinary ways! Ideas shared are appropriate for pre-k and elementary students.
Tuition $35
Hours: 5
Children Who Are Gifted & Talented
ECE-3967Young children who display gifts or talents in particular areas benefit from having responsive caregivers who can meet their needs in the child care setting. Discover ways to identify each child's gifts and talents and to individualize curriculum for students in the early childhood setting.
Tuition $35
Hours: 5
Period of PURPLE Crying & Safe Sleep Review
ECE-3972Inconsolable crying is a primary trigger for child abuse injuries associated with Abusive Head Trauma (AHT)and Shaken Baby Syndrome (SBS). Review current policy and recommendations regarding safe sleeping environments and practice having conversations with parents about sleep safety.
Tuition $0
Hours: 2
Young Children & Anxiety Disorders
ECE-4026You will be introduced to the concept of "anxiety disorders" and developmentally typical anxiety. Discuss the three major anxiety types seen in young children, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Separation Anxiety Disorder (SAD), and Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). Signs and symptoms for each sub-type and strategies for helping children will be shared.
Tuition $35
Hours: 5
Children - Oppositional Defiant Disorder
ECE-4030Young children are often seen as "defiant" when they are tired, hungry, or upset. However, there are a growing number of children who exhibit defiant behaviors at other times and more frequently. You will learn the symptoms, causes and classroom strategies for helping young children with Oppositional Defiant Disorder.
Tuition $35
Hours: 5
Screen Time Guidance
ECE-4054Build and support relationships with young children through appropriate uses of technology.
Tuition $35
Hours: 5
Technology Toys & Apps
ECE-4055Identify different types of age-appropriate technology and apps for young children.
Tuition $35
Hours: 5
On the Road - Family Perspective Seminar
ECE-4085Increase your awareness of services offered for parents and caregivers with special needs children by attending this "On the Road" seminar. Provides information and resources for professionals, parents, and caregivers to assist in navigating the complex healthcare system.
Tuition $0
Hours: 3
Infant Crying - A Trigger for Child Abuse
ECE-4087Discover information about newborn and infant crying patterns, inconsolable crying (The Period of PURPLE Crying©), soothing techniques, and strategies to prevent Abusive Head Trauma and Shaken Baby Syndrome.
Tuition $0
Hours: 2
Sleep Deprived Behavior
ECE-4098I'm not ornery; I'm tired. Identify behaviors children exhibit because of lack of sleep. Explore ways to support children and families affected by sleep disorders.
Tuition $35
Hours: 5
Building Supervisory Relationships
ECE-4116Discuss the challenges commonly faced when supervising others. Gather ideas for managing friends, family, men, women and a variety of generations in the workplace.
Tuition $35
Hours: 5
CDA 1 - Competencies 1 & 4
ECE-4125Promote good health and nutrition, prevent illness, reduce injuries, arrange materials and space, and establish routines in the early childhood environment for learning, exploration, and play. Books required.
Book cost $125
Tuition $139
Hours: 36
CDA 2 - Competency 3
ECE-4126Focus on the development of children’s social skills, empathy, and respect for others through the use of positive guidance techniques and prevention of behavior problems. Discover the relationship between guidance methods and children's individuality, personality, and developmental needs. Books required.
Book cost $125
Tuition $139
Hours: 36
CDA 3 - Competency 2
ECE-4127Study developmentally appropriate equipment, activities, and methods to promote the physical and cognitive development of children. Discover how to incorporate music, art, literature, writing, and block play into daily activities while encouraging creativity and problem-solving. Language development and communication are also featured. Books required.
Book cost $125
Tuition $139
Hours: 36
CDA 4 - Competencies 5 & 6
ECE-4128Focus on the management of resources, organization strategies, communication, planning, record keeping, ethical practices, and working cooperatively with others. Explore the importance of participating in professional development and advocacy activities. Books required.
Book cost $125
Tuition $139
Hours: 36
Special Ed Paraprofessional Training
EDTR-3334Required by Oklahoma State Department of Education for all Special Education Paraprofessionals, content focuses on skills and topics important for success as Special Education Paraprofessionals. Book included.
Tuition $132
Hours: 24
Beginning Sign Language
EDTR-3338It's estimated that over 2,000,000 individuals are deaf and use sign language. Practice the alphabet, basic vocabulary, and simple sentences. Focus on fingerspelling, numbers, and colors.
Tuition $75
Hours: 12
Advanced Sign Language
EDTR-3339Prerequisite: EDTR-3338.
Continue advancing your sign language skills to bridge the gap, to help improve the quality of life of those affected by hearing loss.
Tuition $75
Hours: 12
ASVAB Exam Prep
EDTR-3365Review topics and testing strategies related to the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) exam.
Tuition $19
Hours: 3
Workplace Spanish
LANG-3338Bridge the communication gap. Designed to prepare non-Spanish-speaking supervisors and employees to use Spanish to enhance their ability to interact with Spanish-speakers. No prior knowledge of Spanish necessary.
Book cost $20
Tuition $79
Hours: 15
English for Beginners; Ingles Para Principiantes
LANG-3339Learn to say and understand everyday English phrases to express common courtesies and preferences, shop for basic necessities, visit a doctor's office or pharmacy, enroll a child at school, and much more. Aprenda a decir y entender frases cotidianas en ingl‚s para expresar cortes¡as y preferencias comunes, comprar cosas b sicas, visitar un consultorio m‚dico o farmacia, inscribir a un ni¤o en la escuela y mucho m s. Costo del libro: $25 Matr¡cula $89 Horas: 16
Book cost $25
Tuition $89
Hours: 16