Personal, Professional, And Leadership Development

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Personal, Professional & Leadership Development (PPLD): Knowledge of early learning as a profession with an identified body of knowledge, professional standards, professional ethics, and established systems. Participating in leadership, advocacy, […]

Observation & Assessment

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Observation & Assessment (OA): Knowledge of observation techniques, developmental screening strategies, assessment tools, and documentation procedures for children. Using culturally relevant observation, screening, and assessment to individualize learning experiences, improve […]

Learning Environments & Curriculum

Learning Environments & Curriculum (LEC): Knowledge of the relationship between physical space, activities, experiences, interactions and materials with growth and development. Creating developmentally and culturally appropriate learning environments and curricula […]

Human Growth And Development

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Training Category:
Human Growth & Development (HGD): Knowledge of social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth and development of children from birth to age 8. Informing developmentally appropriate practices in programs for equitably supporting children’s learning.

Health, Safety And Nutrition

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Training Category :
Health, Safety & Nutrition (HSN): Knowledge of basic health, safety, and nutrition principles and practices. Knowledge of child abuse and neglect prevention, identification, reporting procedures, mental health, and therapeutic care. Promoting healthy choices and safety awareness with children.

Family And Community Systems

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Training Category:
Families & Community Systems (FCS): Knowledge of the complex characteristics of families and communities provides context for lifelong success and learning. Establishing respectful relationships and communication with family and community members. Acknowledging parents’ roles as first teachers.