Professional Development Calendar
We strive to offer a variety of opportunities, each appropriate to childcare providers of varying experience in the field. Our goal is to provide high quality, affordable classes that challenge and reward participants. Our staff are always willing to answer questions about classes you may be interested in, so feel free to call us.
To register:
email Brandy or call 605-342-6464
View full class options and descriptions below, or download our full training catalog PDF.
Evening with the Experts: Literacy in the Early Learning Environment
A deep-dive into how we can help foster safe and appropriate learning across diverse forms of media. Examples and ways to implement technology in relevant ways in early childhood.
Adult & Pediatric CPR/AED
This introductory course includes First Responders information and hands-on experience with CPR mannequins required for Red Cross Certification. Certificates are good for two years.
Using Books to Promote Infant & Toddler Social Emotional Literacy
A deep-dive into how we can help foster safe and appropriate learning across diverse forms of media. Examples and ways to implement technology in relevant ways in early childhood.
The Science of Reading in Early Childhood: Principles to Practice
A deep-dive into how we can help foster safe and appropriate learning across diverse forms of media. Examples and ways to implement technology in relevant ways in early childhood.
Adult & Pediatric CPR/AED
This introductory course includes First Responders information and hands-on experience with CPR mannequins required for Red Cross Certification. Certificates are good for two years.
Infants & Toddlers Need Centers Too!
A deep-dive into how we can help foster safe and appropriate learning across diverse forms of media. Examples and ways to implement technology in relevant ways in early childhood.
ECC Fall Mini Conference
A deep-dive into how we can help foster safe and appropriate learning across diverse forms of media. Examples and ways to implement technology in relevant ways in early childhood.
Adult & Pediatric CPR/AED
This introductory course includes First Responders information and hands-on experience with CPR mannequins required for Red Cross Certification. Certificates are good for two years.
Play-Based Learning: Art
A deep-dive into how we can help foster safe and appropriate learning across diverse forms of media. Examples and ways to implement technology in relevant ways in early childhood.
Yoga in the Classroom: Breathe for Playfulness
A deep-dive into how we can help foster safe and appropriate learning across diverse forms of media. Examples and ways to implement technology in relevant ways in early childhood.
Evening with the Experts: Art
A deep-dive into how we can help foster safe and appropriate learning across diverse forms of media. Examples and ways to implement technology in relevant ways in early childhood.
Adult & Pediatric CPR/AED
This introductory course includes First Responders information and hands-on experience with CPR mannequins required for Red Cross Certification. Certificates are good for two years.
Adult & Pediatric CPR/AED
This introductory course includes First Responders information and hands-on experience with CPR mannequins required for Red Cross Certification. Certificates are good for two years.
Adult & Pediatric CPR/AED
This introductory course includes First Responders information and hands-on experience with CPR mannequins required for Red Cross Certification. Certificates are good for two years.
The Growing Brain: Factors Affecting Brain Growth and Development
A deep-dive into how we can help foster safe and appropriate learning across diverse forms of media. Examples and ways to implement technology in relevant ways in early childhood.
Evening with the Experts: Young Children’s Adults
A deep-dive into how we can help foster safe and appropriate learning across diverse forms of media. Examples and ways to implement technology in relevant ways in early childhood.
Understanding Me Birth - 3 Parenting Series
Instructor: Cora O’Kane
Monday: Why We Do What We Do
Tuesday: Keep Me Safe
Wednesday: How I Learn
Thursday: Help Me Manage my Feelings
Location: Online
Child’s Age & Provider Level: 0 - 3 Years, Basic
Adult & Pediatric CPR/AED
This introductory course includes First Responders information and hands-on experience with CPR mannequins required for Red Cross Certification. Certificates are good for two years.
Adult & Pediatric CPR/AED
This introductory course includes First Responders information and hands-on experience with CPR mannequins required for Red Cross Certification. Certificates are good for two years.
Lunchtime Learning: Promoting Parent Engagement
A deep-dive into how we can help foster safe and appropriate learning across diverse forms of media. Examples and ways to implement technology in relevant ways in early childhood.
Adult & Pediatric CPR/AED
This introductory course includes First Responders information and hands-on experience with CPR mannequins required for Red Cross Certification. Certificates are good for two years.
What Parents Think, Know, and Need
A deep-dive into how we can help foster safe and appropriate learning across diverse forms of media. Examples and ways to implement technology in relevant ways in early childhood.
Adult & Pediatric CPR/AED
This introductory course includes First Responders information and hands-on experience with CPR mannequins required for Red Cross Certification. Certificates are good for two years.
Adult & Pediatric CPR/AED
This introductory course includes First Responders information and hands-on experience with CPR mannequins required for Red Cross Certification. Certificates are good for two years.
Evening with the Experts: Diversity
A deep-dive into how we can help foster safe and appropriate learning across diverse forms of media. Examples and ways to implement technology in relevant ways in early childhood.
Bringing Bias to Light
A deep-dive into how we can help foster safe and appropriate learning across diverse forms of media. Examples and ways to implement technology in relevant ways in early childhood.
Mosaic of Us
A deep-dive into how we can help foster safe and appropriate learning across diverse forms of media. Examples and ways to implement technology in relevant ways in early childhood.
Teaching Young Children About Diversity
A deep-dive into how we can help foster safe and appropriate learning across diverse forms of media. Examples and ways to implement technology in relevant ways in early childhood.
Adult & Pediatric CPR/AED
This introductory course includes First Responders information and hands-on experience with CPR mannequins required for Red Cross Certification. Certificates are good for two years.
Yoga in the Classroom: Calming Yoga for the Holidays
A deep-dive into how we can help foster safe and appropriate learning across diverse forms of media. Examples and ways to implement technology in relevant ways in early childhood.
Understanding Me Birth - 3 Parenting Series
Instructor: Dennise Ottenbacher
Monday: Why We Do What We Do
Tuesday: Keep Me Safe
Wednesday: How I Learn
Thursday: Help Me Manage my Feelings
Location: Online
Child’s Age & Provider Level: 0 - 3 Years, Basic
Understanding Me Birth - 3 Parenting Series
Instructor: Cora O’Kane
Monday: Why We Do What We Do
Tuesday: Keep Me Safe
Wednesday: How I Learn
Thursday: Help Me Manage my Feelings
Location: Online
Child’s Age & Provider Level: 0 - 3 Years, Basic
Understanding Me Birth - 3 Parenting Series
Instructor: Cora O’Kane
Monday: Why We Do What We Do
Tuesday: Keep Me Safe
Wednesday: How I Learn
Thursday: Help Me Manage my Feelings
Location: Online
Child’s Age & Provider Level: 0 - 3 Years, Basic
Adult & Pediatric CPR/AED
This introductory course includes First Responders information and hands-on experience with CPR mannequins required for Red Cross Certification. Certificates are good for two years.
Understanding Me Birth - 3 Parenting Series
Instructor: Dennise Ottenbacher
Monday: Why We Do What We Do
Tuesday: Keep Me Safe
Wednesday: How I Learn
Thursday: Help Me Manage my Feelings
Location: Online
Child’s Age & Provider Level: 0 - 3 Years, Basic
The Growing Brain: Communication & Language Development
A deep-dive into how we can help foster safe and appropriate learning across diverse forms of media. Examples and ways to implement technology in relevant ways in early childhood.
Adult & Pediatric CPR/AED
This introductory course includes First Responders information and hands-on experience with CPR mannequins required for Red Cross Certification. Certificates are good for two years.
Seeds of Success
A deep-dive into how we can help foster safe and appropriate learning across diverse forms of media. Examples and ways to implement technology in relevant ways in early childhood.
Adult & Pediatric CPR/AED
This introductory course includes First Responders information and hands-on experience with CPR mannequins required for Red Cross Certification. Certificates are good for two years.
Yoga in the Classroom: Breathe for Compassion
A deep-dive into how we can help foster safe and appropriate learning across diverse forms of media. Examples and ways to implement technology in relevant ways in early childhood.
Adult & Pediatric CPR/AED
This introductory course includes First Responders information and hands-on experience with CPR mannequins required for Red Cross Certification. Certificates are good for two years.
Eat Smart, Move More in OST
A deep-dive into how we can help foster safe and appropriate learning across diverse forms of media. Examples and ways to implement technology in relevant ways in early childhood.
Evening with the Experts: Wellness in the Early Childhood Field
A deep-dive into how we can help foster safe and appropriate learning across diverse forms of media. Examples and ways to implement technology in relevant ways in early childhood.
Adult & Pediatric CPR/AED
This introductory course includes First Responders information and hands-on experience with CPR mannequins required for Red Cross Certification. Certificates are good for two years.
Adult & Pediatric CPR/AED
This introductory course includes First Responders information and hands-on experience with CPR mannequins required for Red Cross Certification. Certificates are good for two years.
Raising Resilience
A deep-dive into how we can help foster safe and appropriate learning across diverse forms of media. Examples and ways to implement technology in relevant ways in early childhood.
Using Visuals to Support Challenging Behavior
A deep-dive into how we can help foster safe and appropriate learning across diverse forms of media. Examples and ways to implement technology in relevant ways in early childhood.
Adult & Pediatric CPR/AED
This introductory course includes First Responders information and hands-on experience with CPR mannequins required for Red Cross Certification. Certificates are good for two years.
Yoga in the Classroom: Breathe for Creativity
A deep-dive into how we can help foster safe and appropriate learning across diverse forms of media. Examples and ways to implement technology in relevant ways in early childhood.
Adult & Pediatric CPR/AED
This introductory course includes First Responders information and hands-on experience with CPR mannequins required for Red Cross Certification. Certificates are good for two years.
Adult & Pediatric CPR/AED
This introductory course includes First Responders information and hands-on experience with CPR mannequins required for Red Cross Certification. Certificates are good for two years.
SD ECE Early Childhood and School-Age Leadership Summit
A deep-dive into how we can help foster safe and appropriate learning across diverse forms of media. Examples and ways to implement technology in relevant ways in early childhood.
Ouch! Biting Hurts!
A deep-dive into how we can help foster safe and appropriate learning across diverse forms of media. Examples and ways to implement technology in relevant ways in early childhood.
Evening with the Experts: Abilities and Inclusivity in the Early Learning Environment
A deep-dive into how we can help foster safe and appropriate learning across diverse forms of media. Examples and ways to implement technology in relevant ways in early childhood.
Adult & Pediatric CPR/AED
This introductory course includes First Responders information and hands-on experience with CPR mannequins required for Red Cross Certification. Certificates are good for two years.
Understanding Me Birth - 3 Parenting Series
Instructor: Dennise Ottenbacher
Monday: Why We Do What We Do
Tuesday: Keep Me Safe
Wednesday: How I Learn
Thursday: Help Me Manage my Feelings
Location: Online
Child’s Age & Provider Level: 0 - 3 Years, Basic
Safe Technology Practices for Children
A deep-dive into how we can help foster safe and appropriate learning across diverse forms of media. Examples and ways to implement technology in relevant ways in early childhood.
Adult & Pediatric CPR/AED
This introductory course includes First Responders information and hands-on experience with CPR mannequins required for Red Cross Certification. Certificates are good for two years.
Strengthening Business Practices 2: Recruiting and Retaining Staff
Strengthening Business Practices is a series developed by the National Center on Early Childhood Quality Assurance. Our ECE system has adapted it with state specific information regarding best business practices supporting childcare centers in recruiting and retaining quality staff.
Fuel Your Flame
This class outlines ways we as teachers can become burnt out in our careers while caring for children. It describes healthy habits and routines to engage in as well as how to manage children’s stress. It also describes ideas to find our WHY again and keep our flame going.
Preventing Child Abuse and Neglect
This course equips childcare professionals with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize, and respond to child abuse and neglect. Participants will learn the types of abuse and neglect, signs and symptoms to watch for, and how to create a safe and nurturing environment that reduces the risk of harm. We will explore best practices for reporting suspected abuse, understanding mandatory reporting laws, and collaborating with families sand community resources.
Safe Food Handling
In this class we will take a look at what a food borne illness is, symptoms, whom it affects and steps to prevent it in the ECE setting. Participants will have opportunities for hands on learning including practicing serving food using proper procedures, as well as using glow germ kits to see how easily germs can spread when appropriate hand washing and safe food handling is not utilized.
Confidence with Conflict
Conflict resolution can feel daunting, but it’s a vital skill for success in life. Discover effective strategies to manage and resolve conflicts that promote understanding, strengthen relationships, and create a positive environment.