The student will:
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demonstrate his/her ability to comply with the local and state regulations.
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describe the educational and credentialing requirements for staff members in
the fields of child care and education.
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demonstrate the ability to follow emergency and disaster procedures as outlined
in the site’s disaster preparedness plan.
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follow operational, communication, and reporting procedures.
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know and demonstrate basic first aid procedures.
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describe normal physical, intellectual, social, and emotional developmental
patterns and compare differences among infants, toddlers, and children.
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observe, record, and report the development and behavior of infants, toddlers,
and children.
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understand the importance of prenatal care.
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describe typical stages of prenatal development.
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create awareness and understanding of the reality of the birthing process.
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explore genetics and heredity.
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define the types of birth defects and their causes.
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understand the multipile intelligence theory.
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know the symptoms of child abuse.
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demonstrate positive guidance techniques that are based upon children’s stages
of development.
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describe the adult’s role in creating and managing environments that develop
the child’s independence and self-control.
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learn appropriate discipline techniques.
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examine the long-term effects of child abuse.
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learn the alternatives to physical punishment.
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dispel the negative myth regarding psychological counseling.
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operate equipment safely to avoid endangering him/herself or others.
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demonstrate proper handling of hazardous materials.
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demonstrate the ability to establish, maintain, and promote good nutrition,
health, and safety practices for infants and children.
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perform simple first-aid procedures.
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plan nutritious snacks using the Food Guide Pyramid.
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know the current safety laws (i.e., car safety seats).
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demonstrate their ability to use interaction skills appropriately and with
sensitivity when dealing with the diversity of families.
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identify resources that promote interaction between the child, family, and
community.
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demonstrate respect for other cultures.
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explain and practice professionalism according to the appropriate code of
ethics.
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dress appropriately
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use appropriate language.
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learn the procedure for reporting suspected child abuse.
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know the possible signs of child abuse.
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assist with daily procedures in the classroom, including the preparation and
use of materials, equipment, and the environment.
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plan a developmentally appropriate curriculum for infants, preschool, and
school-age children.
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use established criteria to evaluate child care programs and facilities.
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explain and interpret the interdependence and importance of all jobs to the
success of the organization.
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describe the roles and responsibilities of management and employees
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explain the need for workers at all levels to act and dress appropriately.
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demonstrate work-force management and team-building strategies.
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demonstrate positive work attitudes, self-confidence, honesty, perseverance,
and self-discipline in workplace learning experiences.
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use active listening skills.
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model effective relationships across age, gender, and cultural groups.
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apply problem-solving strategies and current technology to manage resources for
balancing work, personal, and family responsibilities.
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