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Event Details

MNCDA 2 Physical and Intellectual Development

:451488
Level 1 – Explores
Thursday, January 29 - Saturday, March 7, 2026  
(15.00 Hours)
Video Chat Sessions on Thursdays from 7:00-8:30pm on February 5, 12, 19, 26 & March 5, 2026.

Description

Course ID 222347
This online, live course is intended for those who are earning a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. Applicable CDA portfolio homework is embedded in the course. Join us to learn about the physical and intellectual development of children in your care and how you can promote healthy growth opportunities.

Learning Objectives

Design detailed activity plans supporting physical development

Articulate a philosophy regarding physical development in young children.

Design detailed activity plans supporting language and literacy

Create a supportive environment for dual language learners (DLLs)

Articulate a philosophy regarding communication/language development in young children.

Design detailed activity plans supporting the creative arts

Articulate a philosophy regarding creative arts development in young children.

Design detailed activity plans supporting cognitive development in math and science.

Articulate a philosophy regarding cognitive development in young children.

Design detailed activity plans supporting social emotional skills

Articulate a philosophy regarding physical and intellectual development in young children

Participant Support Accommodations

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Registration

Event Fee
Free Event
Register By
1/28/2026 Event is full!
Required?
Yes

Contact

ETL Support (Email)
Child Care Aware of Minnesota: ETL District
10 River Park Plaza, Suite 820
Saint Paul, MN 55107
Phone (651) 335-6658

Child Care Aware of Minnesota: ETL District

Delivery Methods

Assessment of Learning

Description

This online, live course is intended for those who are earning a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. Applicable CDA portfolio homework is embedded in the course. Join us to learn about the physical and intellectual development of children in your care and how you can promote healthy growth opportunities.

15.00 Hours

Course Level

Level 1 – Explores

Approved clock hour course

Course Category

Early Childhood

Virtual Instructor-Led

Eager To Learn

(15 Hours)

CDA Content Areas

Content Area II: Steps to advance children’s physical and intellectual development (15 Hours)

Early Childhood Classroom Staff
Family Child Care

Preschoolers