Courses listed in the Child Development category provide students with a basis of knowledge regarding health, safety and nutrition. These course satisfy Maryland core knowledge requirements by covering the following key topics:Health practicesSafety management practicesIllness and injury prevention and emergency preparednessNutrition for all children and youthHealth record keeping and policy considerationsIdentification and reporting of abuse, neglect and injurious treatmentSanitation practices and proceduresAppropriate supervision of all children and youth at all times.
The course emphasizes the critical role of outdoor play in holistic child development, advocating for educational strategies that integrate ample opportunities for children to learn and grow in natural settings. It underscores the necessity of a balanced approach that combines freedom with safety, enabling children to explore their world confidently and creatively.
Los participantes aprenderán sobre el síndrome de muerte súbita del lactante (SMSL) y estrategias para crear entornos de sueño seguros como medida preventiva.
Participants will learn about Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and strategies for creating safe sleep environments as a preventative measure.
Participants will learn about food insecurity, how it impacts child development and community resources to support food-insecure families.
“Active supervision requires focused attention and intentional observation of children at all times. Programs that use active supervision never leave children unattended. Through this workshop, participants will learn about active supervision and strategies for implementation”
This course explores the significance of water consumption for health, highlighting hydration’s role in bodily and cognitive functions. It emphasizes the importance of providing accessible water in early learning environments and offers strategies to encourage regular intake among children. Practical tips for fostering a culture of hydration in educational settings are also provided to promote […]
Physically literacy is the motivation, confidence, physical competence, knowledge, and understanding to value and take responsibility for engagement in physical activities in life. In this course, participants will learn how to help school-age children to become more physically literate. Participants will learn about physical literacy and participate in games that help to support the development […]
Family-style dining is an opportunity for teachers and children to sit together during mealtime. This course facilitates maximizing this time together to advance the curriculum and development.
Participants will learn about Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and strategies for creating safe sleep environments as a preventative measure.
Participants will learn the benefits of breastfeeding for mothers and children, strategies for supporting breastfeeding mothers, and how to handle breast milk. This class meets the requirements for MSDE’s breastfeeding awareness training.
