Overview
Welcome to Clementines Au pairs and Nanny Agency ECD and Assistant teacher course.
The aim of this module is to enhance and up-date your knowledge on the fundamental importance of the child´s first years of life, especially from conception to six years. Particular attention is placed on brain development which has a critical influence on neurobiological pathways that affect health, learning and behaviour during the life cycle. Many research studies show that what is done or not done in Early Childhood has long-term ramifications for both individuals and societies. It is more equitable and cost effective to invest in ECD programs, which can enhance children’s potential, than it is to pay far more lately to try to correct what could have been prevented.
By completing this Course, you will develop a good understanding of:
- The stages of child development from birth to 6 years and some important
milestones. - The different Milestones and Domains in which children develop, and how child carers can support the development in each domain.
- The belonging, being and becoming for understanding children’s developmental needs
- How children’s brains develop, and the importance of interactions with child carers in this process
- Gross Motor, Fine Motor and Cognitive Skills
- Importance of Reading and Music
- The Importance of Attachment in Early Child Development
- Teachers and Assistant Teachers (Understanding Child Development in the classroom)
- Developmental Stimulation
- Lesson planning
- Arts and crafts
- Separation Anxiety
- Positive forms of behaviour guidance
- How to communicate with parents
If you’re wondering what your future could look like in this area, here are some potential careers you could head towards.
- Early childhood teacher’s Assistant
- Child care coordinator
- Child care worker
- Nanny Teacher/Tutor
Course Features
- Lectures 7
- Quizzes 0
- Duration 50 hours
- Skill level All levels
- Language English
- Students 107
- Assessments Yes
Requirements
- To complete the assessment candidates must ensure their computer meets the minimum requirements.
- Internet access and a working email address
- Up to date internet browser such as: Internet Explorer/Safari/Google Chrome/Mozilla Firefox etc…
Features
- The stages of children development from birth to five years and some important milestones
- The different domains in which children develop, and how teachers can support the development in each domain
- Laws and regulations that guide the care and education of children in South Africa and internationally
- The belonging, being and becoming framework for understanding children's developmental needs
- How children's brains develop, and the importance of interactions with teachers in this process
- The importance of play in children development and learning
- The concepts of attachment and reciprocity, and their importance in early childhood education
- Why taking risks is a essential part of children's learning and development
- Positive forms of behaviour guidance, especially for toddlers
- How to communicate with parents
Target audiences
- This course is open to Au Pairs, Nannies and Creche Teachers Assistants.