Earn Washington STARS Continuing Education Credit
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These online parenting classes are approved by the Washington Association for the Education of Young Children (WAEYC) for
the yearly 10-hour continuing education requirement.
Completing a class will result in six (6) STAR credits in Child Guidance.
What will I learn in this class?
The Parenting - Ages 5 and Under class covers a range of topics from handling typical misbehavior to guiding children to solving their own problems.
You can read more detailed information about the class.
What steps do I need to follow to get my 6 STARS credits?
- Register for the course and include your STARS ID number on the registration form.
- Complete all lessons. Apply the homework to your childcare environment.
- Complete a training evaluation form electronically using Word or
print out a PDF version.
- E-mail your evaluation to Priceless Parenting
or mail it to:
STARS at WAEYC
Attn: Trainer Services
841 N. Central Avenue #206
Kent, WA 98032
Can I register even though I don't have my STARS ID yet?
Yes. When you do have your STARS ID, log in and click the "Edit Profile" link which appears right under your user name at the top of the page.
Are STARS Scholarships available?
Scholarships are available to child care providers to cover the cost of your STARS classes. Enter your STARS ID and then click the Update Profile button.
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"This program is simple to use and suggests easy applications for supporting pro-social behavior in children that is valuable both at home and in the classroom. It includes practical, easy to use techniques that honor family values and child autonomy. I especially liked the additional links to quick references like the 'Eighteen Ways to Avoid Power Stuggles'."
- Cheryl Rogers, Preschool Teacher, Bellevue, WA
"I just want to tell you that I am enjoying this class! I think it really helps the way I perceive the job we do as teachers. Many times over the years, you ask yourself "did I handle this the best way I could?" We are teachers, but we NEVER stop learning. Things are so very different now from when I was young. I think that looking back, I can really see what was effective parenting, and what was not. Hopefully, we can take the best things to pass on to today's children!"
- Donna Barr, Preschool Teacher, Bellevue, WA
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- When you take STARS classes you can submit a STARS Scholarship Application Form and receive a scholarship to cover your classes.
- Each STARS participant may receive up to $100 each year toward the Continuing Education Annual 10 Hour Requirement.
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Where can I learn more about the STARS program?
For additional information about the STARS program, call Washington STARS at 800-727-3107 or 253-854-2565 or visit www.waeyc.org/STARS.htm.
Can I use this training for my STARS credits even though I work outside of Washington State?
Please contact your licensor to determine if they will give you credit for this course. The National Child Care Information Center
has links to many other state’s early childhood education training approval programs.
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