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WIC Nutrition Continuing Education
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Save the Date! New Trainings
Training topics planned for 2024:
Watch for registration announcements in the Weekly Update.
- PCS Champions Mentoring Webinars with Bernadette Flores & Jill Ondreyka
- Wednesday, October 30, 2024, from 8:30- 10 am.
- Thursday, January 30, 2025, from 8:30- 10 am.
- 2-Part Training on Nutrition Education with Melissa Nelson, MPH, RD, LD
- Wednesday, December 11, 2024, from 8:30- 10 am.
- Wednesday, March 12, 2025, from 8:30- 10 am.
Registration for the 2024 National Maternal Nutrition Intensive Course (MNIC).
Fully Online Distance Program: Sept. 1- Dec. 31, 2024 (Online self-paced recorded presentations- Registration closes Nov. 30, 2024.)
This continuing education program focuses on the improvement of maternal and infant health through the delivery of risk-appropriate high-quality nutrition services. The program is designed for dietitians, nutritionists, certified nurse midwives, registered nurses and nurse practitioners, physicians and public health professionals who serve preconceptual, pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, children, and families.
For questions about MNIC contact: School of Public Health Continuing Education cpheo@umn.edu
For questions about past and upcoming trainings, contact Carole.Kelnhofer@state.mn.us.
Registration for MDH Trainings
Registration for on-demand learning is held in the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Learning Center. Each individual staff member will need to log in or follow the instructions to create their own account and register for a prerecorded webinar or training.
NOTE: When registering in the MDH Learning Center, please include the name of the organization that you work for and your professional role. (RD, RN, WIC CPA, PEER, etc.)
To Locate Trainings: Log on to the MDH Learning Center and search keyword “WIC” to view and register for available trainings. Detailed information about the training can be found on the registration page.
Questions? Contact Carole.Kelnhofer@state.mn.us
MDH Live Registrations
*Available for continuing education credits.
Improving the Health of WIC Participants through the Nutrition Education: Practical Applications*
Date: Dec. 11, 2024, from 8:30- 10 AM
Registration link: Improving the Health of WIC Participants through the Nutrition Education: Practical Applications
Description: Join us for an informative webinar focusing on ways that WIC staff can advance the program’s mission of improving the health and well-being of women, infants, and children through individualized nutrition education. Learn how to address nutrition education needs in a thorough and proactive manner and gain valuable insights into efficient techniques, customizing topics and questions to fit individual needs, and how to make the most of available tools. Take advantage of this opportunity to refine your education skills and create a meaningful difference in the lives of WIC participants!
Objectives:
- Describe the purpose and significance of WIC nutrition education.
- Prioritize nutrition education topics based on risk factors, individual needs, and developmental stages.
- Apply anticipatory guidance and motivational interviewing skills to respond effectively to situations where participants decline or show limited interest in nutrition education.
- Utilize available resources and tools available to make nutrition education more engaging and accessible
Speakers: Melissa Nelson, MPH, RDN, LD
Credits: Continuing education credits will be awarded from this presentation.
Note: This webinar will be recorded. Contact your State WIC Consultant with additional questions.
Minnesota PCS Champions Webinar #2
Date: Jan. 30, 2025, from 9-10 AM
Registration link: Minnesota PCS Champions Webinar #2
Description: Building on the PCS Champions webinar held in October, we will further develop our PCS skills and explore techniques to assist other WIC staff in skill development. This webinar is recommended for staff who have worked in WIC for at least six months. Please consider attending even if you didn’t make it to the first webinar.
Objectives:
- Identify novel techniques to effectively perform WIC assessments and counseling.
- List resources available for PCS Champions.
- Practice PCS skills.
Speaker: Bernadette Flores, MPA, RD
Credits: Continuing education credits will be awarded from this presentation.
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MDH On Demand Learning
*Available for continuing education credits.
To register or view detailed information about available on demand learning, see Register for On Demand Learning
Included in New Staff Training
- Pre-recorded Perinatal Substance Use - How to Best Support Pregnant and Parenting Participants*
- Pre-recorded: WIC/FHV Maternal & Child Nutrition Webinars - First in a Series*
- Pre-recorded: WIC/FHV Maternal & Child Nutrition Webinars - Second in a Series*
- Pre-recorded: WIC/FHV Maternal & Child Nutrition Webinars - Third in a Series*
- Pre-recorded: WIC/FHV Maternal & Child Nutrition Webinars - Fourth in a Series*
- Level 1 Breastfeeding Curriculum - WIC*
- Level 2 Breastfeeding Curriculum - WIC*
- Level 2 Breastfeeding Curriculum - PEER ONLY
- Level 3 Breastfeeding Curriculum - WIC*
- Level 4 Breastfeeding Curriculum - WIC*
- WIC Baby Behavior Training
- WIC Toddler Behavior Training
- Introduction to Participant-Centered Counseling Skills*
- Participant-Centered Counseling Skills in Action*
Additional Trainings
- Prerecorded Improving the Health of WIC Participants through the Nutrition Assessment: Enhancing Nutrition Assessment Skills*
- Prerecorded Improving the Health of WIC Participants through the Nutrition Assessment: Practical Applications*
- Prerecorded The Valuable Role WIC Staff Play in Preventing and Addressing Iron Deficiency Anemia*
- Prerecorded Addressing Perinatal Loss & Bereavement in the Community*
- Prerecorded Weaving the Understanding of ACEs, Historical Trauma and Resilience for Healing in Indigenous Communities and Beyond*
- Prerecorded Intuitive Eating: Promoting Positive Attitudes and Behaviors Within Families*
- Prerecorded Strength-based, Body-positive Approaches to Nutrition Education*
- Prerecorded Formula 101: Understanding the Basics to Help Make Informed Formula Choices*
- MN WIC 2021 Pre-Recorded Conference*
- Prerecorded Peer Roundtable: Experiences from the Field*
- Pre-recorded: How to Eat the 8: Introduction to the Big 8 Allergenic Foods for Babies (+Sesame) *
- Pre-recorded: 8 Easy Ways to Offer Infants High Iron Foods*
- Pre-recorded: A Date with the Telephone Doctor: Golden Nuggets of Communication and Customer Service
Training for Staff Development
A Video Series Created for Continued Professional Development (PDF) The Adultitis Intervention Video Series is a tool created for WIC staff for professional development. The videos are short (5-8 minutes each) and may be used to start or wrap-up a meeting.
Conferences & Workshops
National WIC Association (NWA)
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Food and Nutrition Conference and Expo (FNCE)
Minnesota Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (MAND)
Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior (SNEB) Annual Conference
Ethics Courses
Free CPEs (Becky Dorner & Associates)
Ethics Courses (Dietitian 360)
Ethics or Health Equity CPEU Requirement Resources (Commission on Dietetic Registration)
Self-Study Courses to Purchase
Use this list of online education providers to identify training resources available for purchase. Choose courses that advance staff knowledge and skills in the practice of nutrition and counseling, applicable to the WIC population. MDH has not evaluated the content of these courses.
Commission on Dietetic Registration Searchable Database of Continuing Professional Education
Search the Continuing Professional Education Database for preapproved CPE activities, offered through CDR accredited providers. The database can be used to search for local activities and used to reference activities previously taken.
Wolf Rinke Associates EasyCPEcredits.com
Search the list of available courses. Courses are available to purchase in hard copy and electronic. Free Ethics e-credit available with purpose.
Relias Academy
Courses offer certificates for dieticians and nurses from many state and national accrediting bodies.
Ellyn Satter Institute
Offers educational resources, consulting, and mentoring for nutrition and dietary professionals, medical professionals, educators, and public health professionals.
Accredited Education Programs for RDs
Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics - Pathways to becoming an RD through Coordinated and Didactic programs. Includes options for Distance Education or for a graduate degree.