Course Details

CDA Block 2: Competency 3

Course ID 70282

Tulsa Tech. Center (CDC Dept. Only)

(918) 828-5000

Description

This is a preparation course for the CDA Credential that focuses on how to promote children’s self esteem, independence and feelings of physical and emotional security. Children’s development of social skills, empathy and respect for others is emphasized. You will learn the relationship between guidance methods and children’s individuality, personality and developmental needs. Prevention of behavior problems and positive guidance techniques are presented. 2 clock hours of assigned field experiences. 32 hours. College credit option available.

32.00 Hours

Course Level

Formal

General Continuing Education

Course Category

Early Childhood

Formal Approved

(3 Hours)

(29 Hours)

CDA Content Areas

Positive ways to support children's social and emotional development (29 Hours)
Principles of child development and learning (3 Hours)

Infant Mental Health Core Competency Areas

Family Child Care Home Provider

Child Care Center Staff

Infant and Toddler

Infants (0-12 months)

Toddlers (13-24 months)

Two's (25-36 months)

Preschooler 3's (37-48 months)

Preschool 4's and 5's (49-72 months)

Goals and Objectives

1. Define “self-esteem”
2. Describe techniques for promoting a positive sense of self in children
3. Identify learning materials and activities that encourage emotional development
4. Define “developmentally appropriate”
5. Describe guidelines of a developmentally appropriate early learning environment
6. Distinguish between appropriate and inappropriate practices
7. Describe techniques for promoting social development in children
8. Describe cooperative activities
9. Describe how the physical learning environment can impact children’s behavior
10. Describe direct and indirect positive guidance techniques
11. State the goal of positive guidance practices
12. Define “redirection”
13. Explain the teacher’s role in identifying and reporting child abuse

There are no events currently scheduled for this course.