This course is targeted toward individuals wishing to operate a family day care center, and it covers topics including the fundamentals of early childhood development; the importance of play and Developmentally Appropriate Practice; and the significance of building strong family-educator relationships and how to achieve them.

Introduction to Early Childhood

Introduction to Early Childhood
This course is part of Home-Based Child Care Specialization

Instructor: JoLynn Fiorentino
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What you'll learn
You'll learn the fundamentals of early childhood development, the importance of play, and the significance of family in early education programs.
Skills you'll gain
- Behavior Management
- Parent Communication
- Family Support
- Childhood Education and Development
- Curriculum Development
- Cultural Responsiveness
- Communication
- Policy Development
- Education and Training
- Special Education
- Classroom Management
- Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives
- Positive Behavior Support
- Behavioral Management
- Teaching
- Child Development
- Working With Children
- Diversity Awareness
- Cultural Diversity
- Creativity
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Reviewed on Jan 4, 2023
I enjoyed the course. I received a 100%, and I also liked the project at the end. It required me to think of things that I had not considered before.
Reviewed on Aug 5, 2024
thank you so much for all the information you taught me , Great teacher
Reviewed on May 21, 2023
Great information that can be immediately applied to my child care. Useful tips and ideas for what to include in our handbook as well.
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