Child Development Associate Preparation (CE71)  Technical Certificate of Credit

Introduces the student to the physical social emotional and cognitive development of the young child (prenatal through 12 years of age). The course provides for competency development in observing recording and interpreting growth and development stages in the young child; advancing physical and intellectual competence; supporting social and emotional development; and examining relationships between child development and positive guidance. Topics include developmental characteristics prenatal through age 12 developmental guidance applications observing and recording techniques ages and stages of development and introduction to children with special needs.

Introduces the theory practices and requirements for establishing and maintaining a safe healthy learning environment. Topics include CPR and first aid health issues safety issues child abuse and neglect and nutritional needs of children.

Provides training in professionalism through Child Development Associate Credentialing Certificate preparation in the following areas: applying for the Child Development Associate Credential through Direct Assessment professional resource file development and strategies to establish positive and productive relationships with families.

Introduces concepts relating the responsibilities and procedures involved in a variety of early childhood care situations. Topics include historical perspectives; professionalism; guidance; developmentally appropriate practices; learning environment (including all children); cultural diversity; and licensing accreditation and credentialing.