Instruction Set 1
Learning Strategies
The advantages of learning at home; types of study materials; types of examinations; accessing and using the features of our website; determining what kind of learner you are; establishing a study schedule; using study tips; preparing for and taking examinations.
Contemporary Child Care
The increasing demand for child care; benefits of quality child care; types of child care, including in-home care, family day care, and center-based care; meeting licensing requirements - providing a safe and healthy environment; managing staff.
Instruction Set 2
Child Development, Part 1
An overview broken down into birth-6 months, 6-12 months, 12-18 months, 18-36 months, 3-5 years; details on social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development.
Child Development, Part 2
The stages of growth and tips on developing a learning environment for children in kindergarten, ages 6-8, and ages 9-12.
Practical Exercise: Reflection and Observation
Supplement: Student Observation Guide
Learning Aid: Ages and Stages Chart
Instruction Set 3
How to Start Your Child Care Facility: Basic Steps
Assessing community needs; licensing requirements - federal, state, county; making a business plan; insurance; planning space (indoor and outdoor).
Licensing, Accreditation, Certification
General licensing procedures and agencies; areas of regulation; director's responsibilities; steps in the licensing process; accreditation of child care programs and facilities; certification of child caregivers.
Practical Exercise: Local Standards and Regulations
Supplement: State Licensing, Accreditation and Certification Agencies for Child Day Care Providers
Instruction Set 4
The Facility
Government regulations - zoning and safety; analyzing space requirements for in-home and center-based care.
Staff
Roles and qualifications of personnel; hiring personnel; physical exam and fingerprinting; work schedule and responsibilities; vacations, holidays, and sick leave; staff meetings; trial employment period; termination procedures.
Computers in Day Care
Introducing children to the world of computers; educational and fun activities that can be done using the computer.
Practical Exercise: Facilities and Staff
Instruction Set 5
Program Planning
The purpose of program planning. Curriculum planning and content planning.
Planning and Implementing for the Environment
Preparing environments that promote program goals; grouping children; selecting and purchasing equipment.
Guidance
The relationship between guidance and discipline; applying your knowledge of child behavior and development; styles of adult-child interaction.
Diversity
Inclusive education; principles of inclusion; building tolerance and acceptance; children with special needs; assessing and adapting the environment to create one that promotes respect.
Practical Exercise Program, Environment, and Guidance
Supplement: Activities for Infants and Toddlers
Video: Careers in Early Childhood Education
Instruction Set 6
Caring for School Age Children
Caring for school-age children; outdoor and indoor games; visual arts; music and movement; drama; science in after-school care; math.
Working with Parents
Parents' legal rights; communication with parents including orientation; visits to facility, and oral and written communications; parent participation; parent education.
Financing and Budget
Estimating costs including general and specific cost factors; estimating income; balancing the budget; other financial responsibilities.
Practical Exercise: Parents, Finances, and School-Age Children
Supplement: Master Forms for Day Care Facility
Textbook: Caring for School-Age Children
Instruction Set 7
Health, Safety, and Nutrition for the Young Child
Promoting good health; health appraisals; health assessment tools; conditions affecting children's health; creating a safe environment; safety management; management of accidents and injuries.
Graded Projects: Professional Resource File
Practical Exercise: Health, Safety, and Nutrition
Textbooks:
• Health, Safety, and Nutrition for the Young Child
• CDA Assessment System and Competency Standards
Learning Aids:
• Accident Hazard Checklist
• Poison Antidote Slide Guide
• Children's First Aid Slide Guide |
