Early Childhood Professionals Professional Development
Professional Development
Child Care Aware West/Central sponsors and co-sponsors a variety of professional development opportunities throughout the twenty two counties it covers. Trainings are offered to Early Childhood professionals, educators, parents, foster care providers, and anyone who may be interested in learning more about the development of children.
Advising
Professional Development Advisors Assist With:
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Professional Development Planning
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Training
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Higher Education Opportunities
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T.E.A.C.H Scholarships
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REETAIN Bonuses
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Professional Goal Setting
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Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) Applications
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Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) Renewal Applications
Training Resource
- To find and register for trainings, visit our training schedule page here
- Access Participant Guides for most Parent Aware training and DHS Pre-License and DHS licensed required trainings on Develop, here: https://mncpd.org/resources/#tab-id-7
- Child Care Aware West/Central Training Policies.
- Remember to check the e-mail you have registered in Develop often. This is where you will receive registration confirmation from Develop, possible class cancellations and related weather announcements.
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Professional Development and Workforce Advisors
Kale Weber
Professional Development and Workforce Advisor
Serving the following areas
Big Stone, Chippewa, Cottonwood, Jackson, Kandiyohi, Lac qui Parle, Lincoln, Lyon, Murray, Nobles, Pipestone, Redwood, Rock, Swift, Yellow Medicine
Mallory Klaphake
Professional Development and Workforce Advisor
Serving the following areas
McLeod, Meeker, Renville, Stearns
MAKAYLA WIJERATNE
Professional Development and Workforce Advisor
Serving the following areas
Benton, Sherburne, Wright
Professional Development Planning & Support Staff
TRISTIN ALTMANN
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT DELIVERY COORDINATOR
BRENDA GREENWALDT
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT SPECIALIST