Course Learning Objectives
After completing this package, you will be able to:
Identify strategies for the prevention and control of infectious diseases (including immunization)
Identify strategies for the prevention of sudden infant death syndrome and the use of safe sleeping practices
Recognize appropriate steps in the administration of medication, consistent with standards for parental consent
Identify methods for the prevention of and response to emergencies due to food and allergic reactions
Recognize appropriate building and physical premises safety, including identification of and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic
Identify strategies for the prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma
Identify strategies for emergency preparedness and response planning for emergencies resulting from a natural disaster or a threatening incident (such as violence at a child care facility)
Identify appropriate steps for the handling and storage of hazardous materials and the appropriate disposal of bio contaminants
Recognize proper precautions in transporting children
Recognize signs of child abuse and neglect and obligations for reporting
Identify age-specific social-emotional, cognitive, and physical developmental milestones
In addition to meeting the CCDF training requirements, this program also meets the first year training requirements.