PDC #1 Introduction to Child Care (Introduction to Program Development) *ED POL 381 (UWM Catalog #)    

This course is inclusive of the DCF 45-hour ICCP training, Introduction to the Child Care Profession

ED POL 381:  Course subject and catalog number

3 credits (undergraduate)

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• Understand the roles, responsibilities and relationships involved in program development and implementation
• Understand the primary duties involved in program development and implementation as it relates to the program for children: curriculum, environment, assessment & evaluation, staff development and full integration of regulatory processes
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of child development principles and theories and developmentally appropriate practice, as well as the ability to supervise the implementation of these effectively across a program
• Develop a working knowledge of brain development and its relationship to the learning environment, as well as the ability to communicate this knowledge to teachers, other staff and families
• Articulate a working knowledge and understanding of the WMELS as the foundation for a high-quality early care and education environment and develop effective strategies for sharing and implementing the WMELS across the program
• Develop strategies for establishing a program-wide respect for diversity, inclusion and cultural competence in curriculum, relationships and planning
• Understand the importance of effective communication strategies for working with families and staff
• Develop a working knowledge and understanding of positive guidance strategies when caring for children, as well as the ability to supervise the implementation of these across the program

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