45-Hour Infant and Toddler Curriculum - online course

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45-Hour Infant and Toddler Curriculum - $345

IACET accredit provider CEUs

4.5 CEUs

4.5/5

45 Hour Infant and Toddler Curriculum Training is approved to meet the MSDE requirement of 45 hours for infant-toddler training for child care teachers, directors, and family/ home daycare providers working with infants and toddlers.

Gain the skills necessary to work with infants and toddlers in a child care center or at home. Topics include growth and development, curriculum planning, goal setting, selection of age-appropriate materials, and methods for infants and toddlers birth to age 3.

NOTE: If you have been issued a voucher from MSDE for this course it MUST be completed 2 weeks before the expiration date that is on your voucher. Please check your voucher for this date.

Students must successfully complete the online training and online survey at the end of the course to receive their certificates. Students can expect their certificates to be emailed to their accounts immediately once the training survey is complete.

Students who wish to follow along with a book can purchase on their own, The Creative Curriculum for Infants, Toddlers and Twos by Diane Trister Dodge ISBN: 1879537400
ISBN13: 9781879537408, This book is NOT required but can be a helpful resource

Training Approval number PSO-30299 Aligns with MD Staff Credential levels 2-4

Earns 4.5 CEUs/45 clock hours

B. Objectives / Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this training, the learner will be able to:
  1. Give examples of strategies to prevent traumatic brain injuries in infants and young children.
  2. Demonstrate understanding of the harmful effects of excessive sun exposure in infants and young children.
  3. Describe common myths and facts about safe sleep for infants and young toddlers.
  4. Explain appropriate crib guidelines for caregivers to ensure safe sleep for infants and young toddlers.
  5. Give examples of strategies caregivers can use to ensure safe sleeping habits and the prevention of SIDS/SUIDS in infants.
  6. List the most common reasons why infants and toddlers bite.
  7. Give examples of strategies that reduce stress in infants and young children.
  8. Demonstrate an understanding of cognitive development as it relates to science in infants and toddlers.
  9. Define healthy practices to mitigate the spread of germs and decrease the likelihood of SIDS in infants and toddlers.
  10. Demonstrate an understanding of typical and atypical development from birth to age 2..
  11. Demonstrate understanding of the importance of predictable and consistent care.
  12. Describe infant/toddler nutritional needs.
  13. Identify the need to maintain individual feeding schedules for infants.
  14. Identify the stages and milestones of development from birth to age 2.
  15. Demonstrate an understanding of brain development in children birth through age three.
  16. Demonstrate appropriate caregiver responses to different infant/toddler temperaments.
  17. Identify strategies to ensure appropriate infant and toddler supervision.
  18. List and review tracking systems to monitor the daily feeding schedule of infants and toddlers
  19. Demonstrate understanding of appropriate interaction with infants and toddlers.
  20. Identify procedures that will promote a safe environment (indoor and outdoor).
  21. List recommended feeding schedules and identify strategies for introducing new food for children birth through age three.
  22. Demonstrate an understanding of how genetics and environment influence child growth and development.
  23. Demonstrate an understanding of the OCC feeding regulations and monitoring requirements.
  24. Demonstrate understanding of the content and implications of OCC environment regulations and supervision requirements
  25. Identify resources addressing health, safety and nutrition topics (CPR, 911, CDC, WIC, Poison Control)
  26. Identify strategies for the child care provider that will promote successful child development.
  27. Identify strategies to assist children with food allergies/feeding concerns.
  28. Identify appropriate practice for the identification, prevention, and treatment of communicable diseases in childcare.
  29. Identify strategies for providing appropriate care for infants and toddlers with chronic health issues
  30. Demonstrate an understanding of how to develop appropriate daily schedules that promote routines. (1 hr)
  31. Demonstrate how to develop policies and procedures that promote good hygiene
  32. Identify the components of: 1. Greeting and Departure 2. Feeding 3. Diapering and Toileting 4. Dressing 5. Sleeping
  33. Identify recommended medical and immunization schedules for children birth through age three
  34. Identify infant and toddler materials and equipment.
  35. Demonstrate understanding of observational techniques to track skill development and individual need.
  36. Identify the signs of child abuse and neglect.
  37. Demonstrate an understanding of how appropriate material and equipment promotes play.
  38. Demonstrate assessment techniques to track skill development and individual need.
  39. Identify the requirements of an appropriate environment that will promote free exploration and manipulation.
  40. Demonstrate an understanding of how available materials and equipment guide activity development
  41. Demonstrate understanding of inclusionary practices.
  42. Identify adaptations to materials and equipment for children with diagnosed special needs or delay
  43. Demonstrate an understanding of the ADA.
  44. Describe the impact of culture on infant and toddler development
  45. Identify strategies for integrating culture and diversity into an infant and toddler program
  46. Demonstrate an understanding of how to implement an Individual Family Support Plan.
  47. Identify resources for referral and specialized services.
  48. Identify theory and theorist in relation to child development.
  49. Identify the differences in major theories.
  50. Demonstrate how theory is reflective in the child care environment.
  51. Demonstrate understanding of the importance of parent/caregiver relationship
  52. Identify ways to help parents and infants/toddlers handle separation and attachment.
  53. Identify appropriate activities for children birth through age three
  54. Demonstrate an understanding of teacher vs. child directed activities.
  55. Demonstrate an understanding of individual planning.
  56. Define Developmentally Appropriate Practice
  57. Identify curriculums specific to children birth through age three
  58. Demonstrate understanding of developing strategies for involving parents in the child care setting.
  59. Identify strategies for effective communication with families.
  60. Demonstrate an understanding of developmentally appropriate practices for infants and toddlers with developmental, emotional, cognitive, language and/or physical needs.
  61. Give examples of ways to apply and model ethical behavior and professional integrity with families.
  62. List benefits to a multicultural and inclusionary environment.
  63. Identify the components of a lesson plan for infants and toddlers.
  64. Demonstrate an understanding of the benefits of individualized learning
  65. Define the term multiculturalism and how it relates to the child's environment.
C. Learning Methodology: Online material will be presented in the form of slides, accompanied with speech. Videos will be used to demonstrate ideas and concepts. Charts and tables will be used for illustration.

D. Prerequisites: No prerequisites are required for the completion of this course.

E. Proprietary or conflict of interest disclosure: Unless otherwise stated in the course description none of H & H subject matter experts and editor has any conflict or proprietary interests related to the material they prepared in this course.

F. Logistics/Required Technology: A stable internet connection is required for the completion of this course. Users are highly encouraged to take their online course on Google Chrome on either a laptop or desktop computer. Speakers and/or headphones are also required to hear speech.

G. Learning Assessment Method: Learners will be assessed through questions after every section is completed. Learners will not be allowed to proceed to the next section of the training until all questions have been answered correctly. Learners will be presented with a final test composed of true/false and multiple choice questions. Upon successful completion of the training, learners will receive their certificate by email.

H. Criteria to earn CEUs:
Certificates are awarded when the following criteria have been met by the learner:
  1. Class has been paid in full
  2. All material has been reviewed
  3. All review questions and final test have been completed with a passing score of 80% or higher.
I. Support Services:
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J. Payment Policy:
Payments need to be made in full. No refunds will be issued after starting the class.
K. Please read carefully:

You are purchasing a session of an online training that includes online assessments. Your certificate will be emailed to you once you pass the final exam with a passing grade of 80%.

Your certificate will bear the name you provided to us when you signed up. For support and questions regarding the material presented in this class please contact us at info@childcareed.com. Please consult our frequently asked questions page for other questions or feel free to contact us.

Information about this training

Hours breakdown

45 CUR

Topics / Categories

Pre-Service Training
Curriculum
Business Perks
Infant
Family Child Care
Admin
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