Child Care Basics
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Qualities of a Child Care Professional
FREE PREVIEWGeneral Etiquette for Professionals
FREE PREVIEWWorkplace Etiquette
FREE PREVIEWInteracting With Coworkers
FREE PREVIEWDevelop Positive Relationships
FREE PREVIEWSocial Media
FREE PREVIEWNegativity and Stress
FREE PREVIEWStaying Positive
FREE PREVIEWConfidentiality
FREE PREVIEWConfidentiality Has Limits
FREE PREVIEWConfidentiality Matters
FREE PREVIEWModule 1 Chapter 2 Self-Assessment
FREE PREVIEWModule 1 Chapter 2 Quiz
FREE PREVIEWOngoing Professional Development
Professional Development of the Workforce
Washingtons Professional Development System
Initial Training Requirement
In-service STARS Hours
EQEL Training
Module 1 Chapter 3 Quiz
STARS ID Number
Module 1 Chapter 4 Quiz
STARS ID REQUIRED
Innovation In Washington State
WACs
WAC Assignment Instructions
Module 1 Chapter 5 Quiz A
Module 1 Chapter 5 Quiz B
Records Reporting and Posting
Required Reading
Lets Review Records
A few more things to remember
Confidentiality Required?
Module 1 Chapter 6 Quiz
Module 1 Chapter 6 Open-Ended Questions (Reviewed by Trainer)
Module 1 Complete
Module 1 Test
Module 2 Learning Outcomes
Module 2 Pre-Assessment
Required Reading
What is Culture
Attributes of Culture
Module 2 Chapter 1 Open-Ended Question
Module 2 Chapter 1 Quiz
Components of Human Diversity
Accept Each Family's Uniqueness
Self-Reflection
Cultural Diversity Self-Assessment
Module 2 Chapter 2 Open-Ended Question
Development Of Identity
The Importance of Deliberate Inclusion
A Diverse Classroom
Stereotypes
How to Integrate Diversity
Inclusive Classrooms
Modifications
Multicultural Education Curriculum
Module 2 Chapter 3 Open-Ended Question
Interacting with Children Respectfully
Being Aware of Your Own Biases
Inclusive and Respectful Environment
Respectful Learning Environment
Module 2 Chapter 3 Quiz
Positive Relationships with Families
Every Family is Unique
Family-Centered Practice
Honoring Diversity in Families
Being a Responsive Teacher
Module 2 Chapter 4 Quiz A
Module 2 Chapter 4 Quiz B
Never too Early to Read to a Child
Family Literature
Early Literacy and Learning about Families
Monday is One Day
Module 2 Chapter 5 Open-Ended Question
Communicating with Families
Choosing Literature
Beyond Literature
Module 2 Chapter 5 Quiz
Module 2 Open-Ended Questions (post-assessment)
Module 2 Complete
Module 2 Test
Module 3 Learning Outcomes
Module 3 Pre-Assessment
Required Reading
NAEYC Principles of Child Development
The Basics
Growth and Development
Ages and Stages
Domains of Development
A Good Start
Stages
A Developmental Continuum
Theories
The Concept of Continuum
Continuum Indicators
Module 3 Chapter 2 Open-Ended Question
Module 3 Chapter 2 Quiz
Science of Early Childhood Development
Infant Development
Age 1 Month
Age 3 Months
Age 7 Months
Age 1 Year
Tummy Time
Tummy Time Q and A
Tummy Time Timeline
Module 3 Chapter 3 Open-Ended Question
Toddler Development
Age 18 Months
Age 2 Years
Module 3 Chapter 4 Open-Ended Question
Red Flags
Red Flags Scenario
Module 3 Chapter 5 Quiz
Preschool Development
Three-Year-Old
Four-Year-Old
Five-Year-Old
Supporting Preschool Development Through Play
Playful By Nature
School Readiness
Preschool Independence
Module 3 Chapter 6 Open-Ended Question
Module 3 Chapter 6 Quiz
Developmental and Individual Needs
Developmental Appropriate Practices
Temperament and Development
Temperament Types
Development of the Individual Child
Module 3 Chapter 7 Quiz
Brain Development
Toxic Stress
Early Childhood and Brain Development
Serve and Return
Serve and Return Habits
Serve and Return Explained
Executive Function Defined
Executive Function Example
Screen Time
Self-Regulation
Module 3 Chapter 8 Quiz
Module 3 Complete
Module 3 Test
Module 4 Learning Outcomes
Module 4 Pre-Assessment
Required Reading
Why Observation
Curriculum Cycle
Discussion Topic
Celebrate Growth
4 Basic Components of Observation and Recording
Observing and Assessing Children
Module 4 Chapter 1 Open-Ended Question
Module 4 Chapter 1 Quiz
The Basics
Objective Vs. Subjective
Objective Vs. Subjective Example
Quantitative Vs. Qualitative
Observing Young Children
Module 4 Chapter 2 Quiz
Recording and Documenting
Recording Observations In ECE
Assessments
Types of Assessment
Anecdotal Record
Observation Tools
Portfolios
Parent Input
Document Observations
Module 4 Chapter 3 Quiz
Caution with Assessments
Following Standards
Module 4 Chapter 4 Quiz
Planning Ahead
Using the Data
Putting It To Use
Developmental Assessments
Early Intervention
Speaking with Families
Discussion Topic
Module 4 Chapter 5 Open-Ended Question
Module 4 Chapter 5 Quiz
Module 4 Complete
Module 4 Test
Module 5 Learning Outcomes
Module 5 Pre-Assessment
Required Reading
Early Childhood Setting
Creating an Environment
Preparing the Environment
Healthy and Safe Environment
Module 5 Chapter 1 Quiz
The Basics of the Room
General Storage
Organize for Independence
Parent Communication Center
Wall Displays
Dividing the Classroom
Learning Centers
Using Themes
Ideas for Themes
Age Appropriate Environment
Module 5 Chapter 2 Quiz
Infant and Toddler Classrooms
Infants
Module 5 Chapter 3 Open-Ended Question
Toddlers
Module 5 Chapter 4 Open-Ended Question
Preschool Classroom
Module 5 Chapter 5 Open-Ended Question
Intro to Program Planning
Daily Schedule Routines
Well Planned Schedule
Routines and Schedules
Routines
Importance of Routines
How to Establish a Routine
Following Routines Throughout the Day
Infants and Toddlers
Arrival Routine for Preschool
Arrival Routine For School-Age
Example Infant Morning Routine
Example Toddler Morning Routine
Example Morning Routine for Preschool
Example Morning Routine for School Age
Lunch or Mealtime
Afternoon Routine
Example Afternoon Routine for Infants
Example Afternoon Routine for Toddlers
Example Afternoon Routine for Preschoolers
Example Afternoon Routine for School agers
Departure
Open-Ended Question
Module 5 Chapter 7 Open-Ended Question
Module 5 Chapter 7 Quiz
Procedures
Establishing Procedures
Transitions and the Daily Schedule
Lesson Planning
Creating your Own Curriculum
Curriculum Planning
Successful Lesson Planning
Key Elements
Child -Directed Activities
Child-Initiated Learning
Teacher-Directed Activities
Learning Styles
Types of Learning Styles
Intentional Teaching
Module 5 Chapter 8 Quiz
Module 5 Complete
Module 5 Test
Module 6 Learning Outcomes
Module 6 Pre-Assessment
Required Reading
Introduction
Environmental Influences
Positive Relationships
Family Engagement
Module 6 Chapter 1 Open-Ended Question
Module 6 Chapter 1 Quiz
Parent Participation
Helping Families Feel Welcome
Encouraging Family Involvement
Ways of Communicating
Difficult Conversations
Questions and Concerns
Effective Communication
Obstacles to Partnerships
Module 6 Chapter 2 Quiz
Confidentiality
Transitions – From Home To Program
Transitions Scenario
Module 6 Chapter 3 Quiz
Stress
Types of Resources
Community Resources
Volunteers
Module 6 Chapter 4 Quiz
Supporting Families with Special Needs
Inclusion
Benefits of Inclusion
Module 6 Chapter 5 Quiz
Module 6 Complete
Module 6 Test
Module 7 Learning Outcomes
Module 7 Pre-Assessment
Required Reading
Health Policies
New Staff Orientation
Module 7 Chapter 1 Quiz
Abuse and Neglect
Family Strengths
Maltreatment
Statistics
Signs
Suspecting Abuse
Recognizing the Signs
Child Abuse Reporting
Report Child Abuse
Talking with Children
Disclosure
Myth 1
Myth 2
Myth 3
Myth 4
Myth 5
Myth 6
Myth 7
Myth 8
Myth 9
Myth 10
Myth 11
Myth 12
Module 7 Chapter 2 Quiz
Have a Plan
Positive Prevention Strategies for Parents
Shaken Baby Video Script
Shaken Baby Syndrome
Abusive Head Trauma
Summary
Mandated Reporter
Module 7 Chapter 3 Quiz
Healthy Physical Environment
Regular Safety Checks
Safety Standards and Practices
Indoor Safety Scan
Outdoor Safety Scan
Module 7 Chapter 4 Quiz
Supervision
Adult-Child Ratio
Burns and Fire
Causes of Burns and Fires
Module 7 Chapter 5 Open-Ended Question
Choking and Suffocation
Choking and Suffocation Hazards
Possible Choking and Suffocation Hazards
Module 7 Chapter 6 Open-Ended Question
Falls
Modification of Equipment and Environment
Module 7 Chapter 7 Open-Ended Question
Poisoning
Module 7 Chapter 8 Quiz
Water Safety
Water Safety Precautions
Module 7 Chapter 9 Quiz
Toy-Related Injuries
Seven Toy Dangers
Transporting Children
Car Seats
Accidents Will Happen
Module 7 Chapter 10 Quiz
Module 7 Complete
Module 7 Test
Module 8 Learning Outcomes
Module 8 Open-Ended Question (Pre-Assessment)
Required Reading
Daily Health Check
When Child Becomes Ill
Understanding the Spread of Disease
How Are Illnesses Spread
Module 8 Chapter 1 Quiz
Transmission of Germs
Direct Contact Germs
Fecal Oral Route
Blood Transmission
Module 8 Chapter 2 Quiz
Universal and Standard Precautions
Applying Precautions
Handwashing
Handwashing Procedures
Module 8 Chapter 3 Quiz
Personal Protective Equipment
PPE Items
Gloves
Module 8 Chapter 4 Quiz
Immunizations
Staff Immunizations
Module 8 Chapter 5 Quiz
Cleaning
Disinfecting or Sanitizing
Sanitizing versus Disinfecting
Use Bleach Water Safely
Keeping Your Classroom Healthy
Toileting Areas and Bedding
Module 8 Chapter 6 Quiz
Special Needs
Children with Weak Immune Systems
ADA
Medication Management
Medication Video
Module 8 Chapter 7 Quiz
Supporting Healthy Eating
Responsibility
Food Safety
Food Handling
Food Temperatures
Healthy Eating Style
Infant Nutrition
Child Nutrition
Food Groups
Meals are Social
Food Allergies
Severe Allergies
Module 8 Chapter 8 Open-Ended Question
Module 8 Chapter 8 Quiz
Dental Care
Toothpaste
Toothbrushes
Benefits of Physical Activity
Benefits
Infants
Birth Through 11 Months
Frequently Asked Questions
Toddlers
Preschool
Limit Inactive Time
Supporting Physical Activity
Consider All Children
Module 8 Chapter 9 Quiz
Sleep
Sleeping Equipment
Back to Sleep
Infant Sleep Equipment
Module 8 Chapter 10 Open-Ended Question
Emergency Procedures
Be Prepared
Contact Information
First Aid
Grab And Go Bag
Fire Safety
Disaster Preparedness
Practice How To Evacuate
Missing Child
Emergency Process Plan
After the Emergency
Module 8 Chapter 11 Open-Ended Question
Module 8 Complete
Module 8 Test
Module 9 Learning Outcomes
Required Reading
Building Connections with Children
Teaching and Personal Beliefs
Unconscious Bias
Implicit Bias
Children are Learning at Birth
Social and Emotional Development
Self-Awareness
Self-Management
Social Awareness
Relationship Skills
Responsible Decision-Making
Individual Differences
Culture and Self-Concept
Module 9 Chapter 1 Quiz
Social/Emotional Milestones in Infants 2-4 months
Social/Emotional Milestones in Infants 6-9 months
Social/Emotional Milestones in Infants 12 months
Infant Emotional Development
Meeting Emotional Needs of Infants
Interactions with Infants and Toddlers
Module 9 Chapter 2 Quiz
Social/Emotional Milestones in Toddlers 18-24 months
Toddler Emotional Development
Meeting Emotional Needs of Toddlers
Toddler Social Development
Module 9 Chapter 3 Quiz
Social/Emotional Milestones in Preschoolers 3-4 Years
Preschool Emotional Development
Meeting Emotional Needs of Preschoolers
Preschool Social Development
Cooperative Play
Module 9 Chapter 4 Quiz
About Emotions
Learning to Regulate Emotions
Helping Children Learn to Accept Feelings
Positive Behavior Model
You Make a Difference
Module 9 Chapter 5 Quiz
The Factors
Environmental Factors
Developing Social Behavior
Communication and Interactions
Communication Strategies
Module 9 Chapter 6 Open-Ended Question
Module 9 Chapter 6 Quiz
Defining Guidance Terms
Definitions of Behavior Terms
Off-Track Behavior
What the Child Needs
Mistaken Behavior
Causes of Behavioral Issues
Less Effective Responses
Direct and Indirect Guidance Techniques
Indirect Guidance - Physical Space
Indirect Guidance - Curriculum
Indirect Guidance - Expectations
Indirect Guidance - Recognize and Respond
Direct Guidance Techniques
Common Direct Guidance Methods
Rewards and Stickers
Module 9 Chapter 7 Quiz
Burnout
Stress in Child Care
Stress Relief
Healthy Choices for You
Limits of Your Expertise
Deep Breathing
Module 9 Chapter 8 Open-Ended Question
Limit Expulsion
Who Is Being Expelled
Risk Groups
Module 9 Complete
Module 9 Test
Module 10 Learning Outcomes
Supporting Children for Life Success
Module 10 Chapter 1 Open-Ended Question (Pre-Assessment)
Adverse Childhood Experiences
Complex Trauma
Stress Mountain
Kinds of Stress
Effects of Stress in Kids
Module 10 Chapter 1 Open-Ended Question
The Brain
Understanding the Brain
Brain Architecture
ACEs in Early Childhood
Blueprint for Brain Development
Toxic Stress Derails Healthy Development
Myelination
The Brain Never Stops Changing
Module 10 Chapter 2 Open-Ended Question
Module 10 Chapter 2 Quiz
Trauma Affects Health Across a Lifetime
Predictable Pathways
Homelessness and ACEs
Defining Homelessness
Identifying Homelessness in Children
Module 10 Chapter 3 Open-Ended Question
Learning Requires Working Memory
Behavior and Brain Development
Module 10 Chapter 4 Open-Ended Question
Module 10 Chapter 4 Quiz
Resiliency
The Science of Resilience
Positive Relationships
Regulating Emotions
Supporting Through Distress
Redirect
Self-Calming Techniques for Children
Breathing Exercises
Emotional Triggers
Module 10 Chapter 5 Open-Ended Question
Module 10 Chapter 5 Quiz
Support Positive Outcomes
Goals for Community Support 1
Goals for Community Support 2
Goals for Community Support 3
Goals for Community Support 4
Supportive Families
Resources for Families
Moving Forward
Module 10 Chapter 6 Open-Ended Question
Self-Care Inspires Compassion
Developing Self-Regulation
Self-Care for the Caregiver
Recognize Symptoms
Module 10 Chapter 7 Open-Ended Question
Commit!
Module 10 Complete
Module 10 Test
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