Texas Annual Training for Directors and Primary Caregivers

This course is designed to meet the annual training requirements in Texas for center directors and primary caregivers. (30 hours)

Topics included in this course:
Creating Safe Spaces for Children * Allergy Management * Child Abuse, Neglect and Shaken Baby Syndrome * Spread of Communicable Diseases * Administering Medication * Supporting Learning Throughout the Day * Mastering Transition Times * ECE Opportunities, Challenges and Impact * Ethical Responsibilities in Early Childhood Education * Developmentally Appropriate Practices * Culturally Responsive Teaching * Early Childhood Brain Development
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This online course is presented in English.

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Course curriculum

1. Pre-Assessment
  FREE PREVIEW
1. Maintaining a Safe Physical Setting
  FREE PREVIEW
2. Scenario: A Model of Safety and Security
  FREE PREVIEW
3. Resources for Parents and Educators
4. Chapter 1 Review Questions
1. Safe Child Care Settings
2. Monitoring for Safety
3. Ratios and Supervision
4. Alertness and Attentiveness
5. Enrollment Process and Updates
6. Chapter 2 Review Questions
7. Chapter 2 Open-Ended Question
1. Preventing Choking, Suffocations, and Strangulation
2. Signs of Choking and Suffocation
3. Reducing the Risks
4. Common Objects that Children put in their Mouths
5. Educating Children about Choking Dangers
6. Resources for Parents and Educators
7. Chapter 3 Review Questions
1. Serving Food in Child Care
2. Food Safety in the Child Care Setting
3. Food Handling
4. Educating Children about Food Safety
5. Resources for Parents and Educators
6. Chapter 4 Review Questions
7. Chapter 4 Open-Ended Questions
1. What Is SIDS?
2. SIDS Risk Factors
3. Safe Sleep
4. Resources for Parents and Educators
5. Chapter 5 Review Questions
1. Teaching Children about Safety
2. Creating and Reinforcing Safety Rules
3. Tips for Creating Safety Rules
4. Teaching Safety Content
5. Safe Use of Riding Toys
6. Activities to Teach Children about Safety
7. Chapter 6 Review Questions
8. Chapter 6 Discussion
1. Pedestrian Safety
2. Scenario: A Day at the Park
3. Safety for Group Walks with Children
4. Resources for Parents and Educators
5. Chapter 7 Review Questions
1. Transporting Children
2. Field Trip Safety
3. Car Seats
4. School Bus Passenger Safety
5. School Bus Safety Measures for Children
6. Resources for Parents and Educators
7. Chapter 8 Review Questions
8. Chapter 8 Open-Ended Questions
1. Water Safety and Drowning Prevention
2. Water Safety Precautions
3. Water Emergency Response
4. Teach Children About Drowning Prevention
5. Resources for Parents and Educators
6. Chapter 9 Review Questions
1. Hazardous Materials and Biological Contaminants
2. Exposure to Lead
3. Exposure to Carbon Monoxide
4. Resources for Parents and Educators
5. Chapter 10 Review Questions
6. Chapter 10 Open-Ended Questions
1. Preventing Poisoning
2. Common Causes
3. Be Prepared for Emergencies
4. Empowering Children and Staff
5. Resources for Parents and Educators
6. Chapter 11 Review Questions
1. Fire Safety in Child Care Settings
2. Scenario: Fire Drill
3. Make Learning Fire Safety Fun
4. Resources for Parents and Educators
5. Chapter 12 Review Questions
6. Chapter 12 Discussion
1. Responding to Injuries and Emergencies
2. Scenario: Injury
3. Recognizing Escalated Emergencies
4. First-Aid Kits
5. Incident Reporting
6. Developing Emergency Plans
7. Be Prepared
8. Engaging Parents in Safety Practices
9. Resources for Parents and Educators
10. Chapter 13 Review Questions
1. Topic 1 Reflection
2. End of Topic 1 Quiz
1. Pre-Assessment Survey
1. Understanding and Managing Allergies
2. Introduction to Allergies
3. Allergy Symptoms
4. Chapter 14 Review Questions
1. Understanding Food Allergies
2. Food Allergy Anaphylaxis
3. Anaphylaxis in Infants and Toddlers
4. Allergies and Infants
5. Chapter 15 Review Questions
6. Chapter 15 Open-Ended Question
1. Understanding Common Food Allergens
2. Decoding Food Labels for Allergens
3. Preparing Allergen-Free Meals
4. Preventing Cross-Contamination
5. Chapter 16 Review Questions
1. Parents and Educators Collaborate
2. Educating Children about Their Own Allergies
3. Educating Other Children about Food Allergies
4. Lessons for Safe Practices During Lunchtime
5. Raising Awareness about Food Allergies
6. Chapter 17 Review Questions
7. Chapter 17 Open-Ended Question
1. Environmental Allergies
2. Creating an Allergen-Free Environment
3. Dealing with Seasonal Allergies
4. Chapter 18 Review Questions
1. Allergy Emergency Management
2. First Aid for Allergic Reactions
3. When to Call for Emergency Help
4. Chapter 19 Review Questions
1. Communication and Documentation
2. Documenting Allergic Reactions
3. Secure Storage and Access to Medical Records
4. Creating an Allergy Action Plan
5. Chapter 20 Review Questions
6. Chapter 20 Open-Ended Question
1. Understanding Legal Responsibilities
2. Ethical Considerations in Managing Allergies
3. Resources for Managing Allergies in Child Care
1. End of Topic 2 Quiz
1. The Crisis of Child Abuse and Neglect in America
2. The Long-Term Impact of Child Abuse and Neglect
3. Strategies for Preventing Child Abuse and Neglect
4. The Crucial Role of Early Childhood Educators
5. Definition and Types of Child Abuse
6. Physical Abuse
7. Emotional Abuse
8. Recognizing Emotional Abuse
9. Sexual Abuse
10. Impact of Child Sexual Abuse
11. Abusive Head Trauma (Shaken Baby Syndrome)
12. Consequences of Abusive Head Trauma in Infants
13. Preventing Abusive Head Trauma in Infants
14. Child Neglect
15. Signs of Child Neglect
16. Responding to Suspected Abuse or Neglect
17. Reporting Procedures for Child Care Providers in Texas
18. Report What You Know About the Child and the Event
19. Report Even When in Doubt
20. Understanding Factors Influencing Child Abuse and Neglect
21. Factors for Perpetrating Child Abuse and Neglect
22. Protective Factors in Preventing Child Abuse and Neglect
23. Everyone Has a Role to play Prevention
24. Parents and Caregivers on Preventing Child Abuse and Neglect
25. The Collective Responsibility in Preventing Child Abuse and Neglect
26. Creating Safe and Supportive Learning Environments
27. Communication with Children and Families
28. Teaching Children about Personal Safety
29. Working with Families and Community Resources
1. End of Topic 3 Quiz
1. Keeping Children Healthy
2. Daily Health Check
3. Too Ill?
4. Look, Listen, Feel, Smell
5. Open-Ended Question - Excluding Children
6. Understanding the Spread of Disease
7. Spread of Illness
8. 4 Ways to Pass Germs
9. Topic 4 Quiz
1. Medication Management
2. Medication in Child Care
3. Key Points to Medication Management
4. End of Topic 5 Quiz
1. Pre-Assessment
1. Supporting Learning
2. Learning through Play
3. The Benefits of Play
4. Play and Dual Language Learners
5. Executive Function and Play
6. Chapter 22 Review Questions
1. Pretend Play
2. Stages of Pretend Play
3. Scenario: Pretend Play
4. Chapter 23 Review Questions
5. Chapter 23 Open-Ended Question
1. Young Infants (birth to 8 months)
2. Play as a Learning Platform
3. Supporting Play for Young Infants
4. Scenario: Young Infant
5. Chapter 24 Review Questions
1. Mobile Infants (9 to 17 Months)
2. Supporting Play for Mobile Infants
3. Scenario: Mobile Infant
4. Chapter 25 Review Questions
5. Chapter 25 Open-Ended Question
1. Toddlers (18 to 36 Months)
2. Supporting Play for Toddlers
3. Scenario: Toddler
4. Chapter 26 Review Questions
1. Preschool (3 to 5 years)
2. Supporting Play for Preschoolers
3. Scenario: Preschool
4. Chapter 27 Review Questions
1. Meals and Nap Time
2. Lunch Learning
3. Making the Most of Mealtime
4. Scenario: Preschool Mealtime
5. Chapter 28 Review Questions
6. Chapter 28 Open-Ended Questions
1. Outdoor Play and Exploration
2. Easy Ideas for Outdoor Play
3. Science
4. Social and Emotional
5. Physical Health and Happiness
6. Improved Attention Spans
7. Supporting Outdoor Play
8. Content Learning
9. Chapter 29 Review Questions
1. Language and Literacy
2. Supporting Language Development of Infants and Toddlers
3. Supporting Literacy Skills
4. Scenario: Language and Literacy
5. Chapter 30 Review Questions
6. Chapter 30 Open-Ended Question
1. Scenario: Mathematics
2. Enhancing Problem-Solving Skills
3. The Math in Blocks
4. Supporting Math Skills
5. Scenario: Mathematics
6. Chapter 31 Review Questions
7. Chapter 31 Discussion
1. Science
2. Fostering Scientific Thinking
3. STEM in Early Learning
4. Supporting Science Skills
5. Scenario: Science
6. Chapter 32 Review Questions
1. Art
2. Fostering Self-Expression
3. Process Art vs. Product Art
4. Supporting Art Skills
5. Scenario: Art
6. Chapter 33 Review Questions
1. Social Studies
2. Fostering Appreciation for Cultural Diversity
3. Food, Culture, and Community
4. Supporting Social Studies Skills
5. Scenario: Social Studies
6. Chapter 34 Review Questions
7. Chapter 34 Open-Ended Question
1. Technology
2. Digital Technology
3. Integrating Technology
4. Supporting Digital Technology Skills
5. Scenario: Technology
6. Chapter 35 Review Questions
7. Chapter 35 Open-Ended Questions
1. Music and Movement
2. Incorporating Technology in Music Learning
3. Music and Dance for Well Rounded Learning
4. Music and Mathematical Concepts
5. Creative Movement
6. Supporting Music and Movement Skills
7. Scenario: Music and Movement
8. Chapter 16 Review Questions
1. Topic 6 Reflection
2. End of Topic 6 Quiz
1. Pre-Assessment
1. Transition Times in Early Childhood Education
2. Common Challenges During Transition Times
3. Strategies for Effective Transitions
4. Planning and Preparation
5. Consistency and Predictability
6. Balance Active and Calm Activities
7. Preparing the Environment
8. Transition Warnings
9. Communication Strategies
10. Chapter 37 Review Questions
1. Singing to Communicate Transitions
2. Games to Signal Changes
3. Incorporate Musical Instruments
4. Creating Transition Aids
5. Using Props and Puppets
6. Ideas for Props
7. Visual Schedules and Cues
8. Chapter 38 Review Questions
9. Chapter 38 Open-Ended Question
1. Fostering Independence
2. Empowering Children
3. Involve Children
4. Child-Created Transitions
5. Individualized Support
6. Inclusive Transitions
7. Interest-Driven Engagement
8. Interest-Based Strategy
9. Scenario - Transition Challenges
10. Building Transition Skills
11. Chapter 39 Review Questions
1. Handout
2. Topic 7 Reflection
3. End of Topic 7 Quiz
1. Pre-Assessment Survey
1. What is Early Childhood Education?
2. The Role of an Early Childhood Educator
3. The Benefits of Becoming an Early Childhood Educator
4. Benefits of ECE for Children and Society
5. The Crucial Role of ECE in Fostering Healthy Habits
6. The Importance of Early Childhood Educators
7. Positive Impact
8. Investing in Early Childhood Education
9. Chapter 40 Review Questions
10. Chapter 40 Discussion
1. Complex Challenges of ECE
2. Addressing the Challenge of Insufficient Resources
3. Shortage of ECE Professionals
4. How Can Communities Collaborate?
5. Enhancing and Promoting Quality ECE
6. Technology in Early Childhood Education
7. The Crucial Role of the Physical Environment
8. Leveraging the Expertise of Seasoned Professionals
9. Chapter 41 Review Questions
1. Opportunities in Early Childhood Education
2. The Role of Early Childhood Teachers
3. Role of Administrators in ECE
4. The Role of Curriculum Specialists in ECE
5. The Role of Child Development Specialists in ECE
6. Career Opportunities in ECE
7. Advocacy for Early Childhood Education
8. Strategies for Advocacy
9. How YOU Can Advocate for Early Learning
10. Getting Involved in Advocacy
1. End of Topic 8 Quiz
1. Pre-Assessment Survey
1. Defining Ethics in Early Childhood Education
2. Ethical Foundations
3. Prioritizing Values
4. Ethics in Early Education
5. The Application of Ethical Principles
6. Ethical Responsibilities Towards Children
7. Applying Ethics to Child-Centered Scenarios
8. Ethical Perspective on Behavioral Support
9. Ethical Response Strategy
10. Chapter 43 Review Questions
11. Chapter 43 Open-Ended Question
1. Ethical Responsibilities to Families
2. The Vital Role of Educators in Family Empowerment
3. Applying Ethics to a Family Scenario
4. Ethical Framework
5. Ethical Responsibilities to Colleagues
6. The Role of Educators in Ethical Practice
7. Applying Ethics to a Colleague Scenario
8. Balancing Individual Needs and Classroom Harmony
9. Chapter 44 Review Questions
10. Chapter 44 Open-Ended Question
1. Ethical Responsibilities to Community and Society
2. The Role of Early Childhood Educators as Advocates
3. Ethical Responsibilities of Early Childhood Educators
4. The Benefits of Ethics in Early Years Education
5. Creating a Culture of Ethics for Children
6. Creating an Ethical Learning Environment through Storytelling
7. Incorporating Ethical Discussions in Story Time
8. Example of a Story with an Ethical Dilemma
9. Chapter 45 Review Questions
10. Chapter 45 Discussion
1. Addressing Ethical Dilemmas
2. A Structured Approach to Ethical Decision-Making
3. Real-life Ethical Dilemma
4. Common Ethical Dilemmas
1. Some Last Thoughts
2. Resources for Educators
3. Topic 9 Reflection
4. End of Topic 9 Quiz
1. Pre-Assessment
1. Importance of DAP
2. Understanding Child Development
3. Child Development Domains
4. Birth to 18 months
5. 18 months to 3 years
6. 3 to 5 years
7. Factors Influencing Child Development
8. Key Theories
9. Chapter 47 Review Questions
1. Developmentally Appropriate Practices
2. Principles of Child Development and Learning
3. DAP in the Classroom
4. DAP Classroom Examples
5. Scenario Questions
6. Culturally Responsive DAP
7. Chapter 48 Open-Ended Question
1. Creating a Developmentally Appropriate Environment
2. Infants
3. Toddlers
4. Preschoolers
5. Kindergarteners
6. Integrating DAP with Curriculum Planning
7. DAP Child Guidance
8. Challenges and Solutions in Implementing DAP
9. Staying Updated with DAP Research
10. Chapter 49 Review Questions
1. Topic 10 Reflection
2. End of Topic 10 Quiz
1. Pre-Assessment
1. Defining Culture and Diversity
2. The Role of Culture in Child Development
3. Understanding Cultural Differences and Similarities
4. Importance of Culturally Responsive Teaching
5. What Is Culturally Responsive Teaching?
6. The Need for Culturally Responsive Teaching
7. Benefits of Culturally Responsive Teaching
8. Chapter 50 Review Questions
9. Chapter 50 Discussion
1. How Teachers Can Become More Culturally Responsive
2. CRT Self-Assessment and Sensitivity
3. Culturally Responsive Teaching Practices
4. Building Individual Relationships
5. Cultural Influences in Children's Play
6. Promoting Positive Interactions
7. Inclusive Teaching Practices
8. Chapter 51 Review Questions
1. Creating a Culturally Inclusive Learning Environment
2. Implementing CRT Across the Curriculum
3. Connections with Children and Families
4. Learning About a Child's Family Culture
5. Culturally Responsive Leadership
6. Advocacy for Culturally Responsive Practices
7. Embrace the Role of a Learner
8. Chapter 52 Review Questions
9. Chapter 52 Open-Ended Question
1. Topic 11 Reflection
2. End of Topic 11 Quiz
1. Pre-Assessment
1. Understanding Child Development
2. Child Development Principles
3. Biological Influences
4. Environmental Influences
5. Cognitive Development
6. Brain Research on Cognitive Development
7. Chapter 53 Review Questions
1. Birth to Age Three
2. Healthy Brain Development
3. Brain Development Before Birth
4. Brain Development Birth to 9 Months
5. Brain Development 7 to 18 Months
6. Brain Development 15 to 36 Months
7. Supporting Children’s Development
8. Chapter 54 Open-Ended Question
1. End of Topic 12 Quiz
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About this course

$95.00
30 Clock Hours
Texas
Mixed-Age

Getting Started

Topic 1: Creating Safe Spaces for Children

Chapter 1

Chapter 2

Chapter 3

Chapter 4

Chapter 5

Chapter 6

Chapter 7

Chapter 8

Chapter 9

Chapter 10

Chapter 11

Chapter 12

Chapter 13

Topic 1: Wrapping Up

Topic 2: Allergy Management

Chapter 14

Chapter 15

Chapter 16

Chapter 17

Chapter 18

Chapter 19

Chapter 20

Chapter 21

Topic 2: Wrapping Up

Topic 3: Child Abuse and Shaken Baby Syndrome

Topic 3: Wrapping Up

Topic 4: Controlling Communicable Diseases

Topic 5: Administering Medication

Topic 6: Supporting Learning Throughout the Day

Chapter 22

Chapter 23

Chapter 24

Chapter 25

Chapter 26

Chapter 27

Chapter 28

Chapter 29

Chapter 30

Chapter 31

Chapter 32

Chapter 33

Chapter 34

Chapter 35

Chapter 36

Topic 6: Wrapping Up

Topic 7: Mastering Transition Times

Chapter 37

Chapter 38

Chapter 39

Topic 7: Wrapping Up

Topic 8: ECE Opportunities, Challenges and Impact

Chapter 40

Chapter 41

Chapter 42

Topic 8: Wrapping Up

Topic 9: Ethical Responsibilities in Early Childhood Education

Chapter 43

Chapter 44

Chapter 45

Chapter 46

Topic 9: Wrapping Up

Topic 10: Developmentally Appropriate Practices

Chapter 47

Chapter 48

Chapter 49

Topic 10: Wrapping Up

Topic 11: Culturally Responsive Teaching

Chapter 50

Chapter 51

Chapter 52

Topic 11: Wrapping Up

Topic 12: Early Childhood Brain Development

Chapter 53

Chapter 54

Topic 12: Wrapping Up

Conclusion of Course

About this course