ChildCare Education Institute (CCEI) is offering a no-cost online course on Developmental Domains in Early Childhood Development, aimed at providing early childhood professionals with the necessary knowledge and skills to support the development of children in their care. The course, CCEI891, is designed to help educators understand the basic facts and theories of child development, as well as the importance of recognizing individual differences in children’s developmental progress.
The course covers various developmental domains, including physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and language development. By exploring these domains, educators can gain a better understanding of the complexity of human development and the range of individual differences that can be expected in children. This knowledge can help improve the quality of child care by ensuring that educators are able to provide developmentally appropriate curriculum and support for each child.
One of the key takeaways from the course is the importance of recognizing that every child is unique and develops at their own pace. While there are general sequences or stages of development that children typically follow, it is crucial for educators to understand that each child may progress differently. By understanding the nature of child development and the concept of developmental domains, educators can better support children as they practice new skills and reach important milestones.
Dr. Chrystine Mitchell, Director of Early Childhood Education Operations at CCEI, highlights the benefits of the course for early childhood professionals, stating that it can help educators improve the quality of child care by familiarizing them with the complexity of human development and individual differences. By completing the course, teachers will be better prepared to support the development of the children in their care and provide quality interactions that promote growth and learning.
CCEI891: Developmental Domains in Early Childhood Development is a one-hour, beginner-level course that grants 0.1 IACET CEU upon successful completion. Current CCEI users with active, unlimited annual subscriptions can access the course at no additional cost, while users without subscriptions can purchase child care training courses as block hours through CCEI online enrollment.
For more information about the course and how to enroll, visit the CCEI website at www.cceionline.edu or contact the ChildCare Education Institute at 1-800-499-9907. By taking advantage of this no-cost online course, early childhood professionals can enhance their knowledge and skills in supporting the development of young children, ultimately improving the quality of child care and early education services.