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Event Details

MNCDA 7 Observing and Recording Children’s Behavior

:451497
Level 1 – Explores
Wednesday, May 13 - Friday, June 19, 2026  
(15.00 Hours)
Video Chat Sessions on Wednesdays 7:00-8:30pm on May 20, 27, June 3, 10 & 17, 2026.

Description

Course ID 222352
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 more about a child care provider’s potential role in promoting children’s growth and development through what we observe and document during our time with them.

Learning Objectives

Differentiate between various observation methods, such as running records, checklists, frequency counts, anecdotal records, work samples, and learning stories.

Demonstrate the ability to conduct an Anecdotal Record, Class List Log, Checklist, Frequency Count, Rating Scale or Work Sample capturing detailed and objective accounts of children's behavior.

Analyze observation data to make informed decisions about curriculum adjustments and teaching strategies.

Plan curriculum that is developmentally appropriate, engaging, and responsive to children's interests and needs based on observation data.

List early signs of developmental delays in children

Identify intervention strategies tailored to individual children's needs

Identify when and where to refer for screening and/or assessment.

List resources and services for children with special needs including eligibility criteria and how to support families in accessing these services

Define the difference between an IFSP and an IEP

Identify ways to create goals that are tailored to the individual needs of the child and family

Participant Support Accommodations

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Registration

Event Fee
Free Event
Register By
5/12/2026 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 more about a child care provider’s potential role in promoting children’s growth and development through what we observe and document during our time with them.

15.00 Hours

Course Level

Level 1 – Explores

Approved clock hour course

Course Category

Early Childhood

Virtual Instructor-Led

Eager To Learn

(7.5 Hours)
(7.5 Hours)

CDA Content Areas

Content Area VII: Observing and recording children’s behavior (15 Hours)

Early Childhood Classroom Staff
Family Child Care

Preschoolers