MI-AIMH Conference Website (will be updated regularly): https://site.pheedloop.com/event/miaimh2024conference/home
- Scholarship applications are due March 11th
- Registration is OPEN – closes May 6th
- Sponsorship and Exhibitors are currently being accepted
- Use conference link above for all details, applications and to register!
MI-AIMH is excited to launch MI-AIMH RELATE, our new learning management system (LMS) to host all of our training and professional development.
MI-AIMH RELATE is our new training & education hub for students and professionals working with or on behalf of infants, young children and families. Here are a few of the amazing benefits:
- Easy training registration – enter your information ONE TIME and then only need to sign in for future registrations!
- Access Anywhere Anytime – On-Demand videos and trainings will be available for viewing and purchase 24/7!
- Tracking – ability to access professional development certificates & transcripts – no more worrying about lost training certificates!
- Finances – training purchases will be available in your User Portal. You will be able to access and print past purchase receipts and invoices as needed. You will not need to reach out to MI-AIMH staff in order to locate your purchase details.
Click to go to MI-AIMH RELATE homepage: https://www.pathlms.com/mi-aimh
Available trainings will be listed on MI-AIMH RELATE under “Trainings” – showing in the top menu bar
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May 2016
2016 HighScope International Conference: Striving for Excellence and Equity in Early Learning
HighScope's annual international conference brings together educators, trainers, administrators - leaders in the early childhood education field - from around the world. Filled with absorbing presentations, talks, discussions, and opportunities to make connections with colleagues, the HighScope International Conference is an event you don't want to miss. This year's theme "Striving for Excellence and Equity in Early Learning" is especially important considering the growing national and local emphasis on early learning and its importance as a tool for positive social…
Find out more »Qtr 2 Endorsement® deadline (Levels I & II)
MI-AIMH Endorsement® applications are reviewed on a quarterly basis. Level I & II applications received by May 13, 2016 will receive an Endorsement® decision by June 30, 2016.
Find out more »Using the Intersection of Genetics/Epigenetics, Prenatal Exposure, & Traumatic Stress to Transform Early Childhood Services Through a Collaborative Integrated Trauma-Informed Community Model
This all-day training will present a comprehensive approach to challenging and complex infants and young children impacted by genetic risk and prenatal exposure (to toxic stress, drugs, alcohol, and lead) and post-natal toxic stress and maltreatment. Neurodevelopmental/Neurobehavioral impact of the above complex factors to the developing child will be discussed using a resiliency-focused approach. The afternoon will involve an integrated team approach to the assessment and management of these complex children using a case-based format. Registration begins at 8:30 A.M. Lunch…
Find out more »DECA Infant and Toddler (4 weeks to 36 months) Webinar
This training is being offered in partnership between the Michigan Department of Community Health and Early On® Michigan. This is a certified web based training on the Devereux Early Childhood Assessment for Infants and Toddlers, part of the DECA Infant Toddler Program. The DECA-I/T program is a strength-based assessment and planning system for children ages 4 weeks up to 36 months. Based on resilience theory, this comprehensive system is made up of a 5-step approach designed to support early childhood teachers, mental…
Find out more »DECA Clinical (ages 3-6) Webinar
This training is being offered in partnership between the Michigan Department of Community Health and Early On® Michigan. The DECA-C is a standardized, norm-referenced behavior rating scale that evaluates behaviors related to social and emotional resilience and concerns in preschool children ages 2 through 5. It is designed to support early intervention efforts to reduce or eliminate significant emotional and behavioral concerns in preschool children. The DECA-C can be used to (1) guide interventions, (2) identify children needing special services, (3) assess…
Find out more »DECA Clinical (ages 3-6) Webinar
The DECA-C is a standardized, norm-referenced behavior rating scale that evaluates behaviors related to social and emotional resilience and concerns in preschool children ages 2 through 5. It is designed to support early intervention efforts to reduce or eliminate significant emotional and behavioral concerns in preschool children. The DECA-C can be used to (1) guide interventions, (2) identify children needing special services, (3) assess outcomes, and (4) help programs meet IDEA, Head Start, and similar requirements. This tool is being…
Find out more »Parent Interactions with Children: Checklist of Observations Linked to Outcomes (PICCOLO) Training
The PICCOLO is a checklist of 29 observable behaviors in 4 domains. It is reliable, valid, easy to learn and practical to use. The PICCOLO is a tool that can be used to assess strengths, reveal needs, and monitor change. In this training participants will learn about the 4 domains of the PICCOLO and how to score the domains. Participants will learn how to identify how each parent shows their strengths and strategies and techniques to support positive parenting. What…
Find out more »June 2016
Early On & CMH Devereux Early Childhood Assessment for Infants and Toddlers (DECA I/T) Training
The DECA Infant Toddler Program is a strength-based assessment and planning system for children ages 4 weeks up to 36 months. Based on resilience theory, this comprehensive system is made up of a 5-step approach designed to support early childhood teachers, mental health professionals, home visitors and families in their goal of helping children develop healthy social/emotional skills and reduce challenging behaviors. Central to the DECA I/T Program is the DECA, a standardized, strength-based assessment of within-child protective factors including Attachment, Initiative and…
Find out more »IMH Statewide Meeting: Autism Services in Michigan for Young Children
State Autism Services The growing prevalence of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) has increased the demand for effective supports, resources, and early intervention services to address each child’s individual needs. There are a wide range of challenges for children with autism and their families, including transportation, peer relationships, behavioral and language barriers, and inclusion throughout their community and early child education systems. Michigan strives to be a leader in opportunities, services, and supports for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder.…
Find out more »Endorsement® Office Hours
Get all of your Endorsement® questions answered! This is your opportunity to call in and ask questions or just call in and listen. Are you hoping to sit for the Endorsement® exam in 2016? Do you have questions about the EASy system? Are you wondering “what next?” now that you have registered on EASy? Are you contemplating starting the Endorsement® process but don’t know where to start? Are you thinking about switching Endorsement levels and wonder what that entails? If you…
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