Define and identify the components of developmentally appropriate practice
Looking for ways to identify and demonstrate developmentally appropriate practice in early childhood education and child care centers? Our page defines and identifies the essential components of developmentally appropriate practice while also providing guidance on appropriate practices to support children's development. Explore our expert insights now!Trainings incorporating this outcome
120 hours courses
12 CEUs
Related Outcomes
- Define and identify the components of developmentally appropriate practice for children aged 2 to 5.
- Define and identify the components of developmentally appropriate practice
- Define Developmentally Appropriate Practice
- Demonstrate an understanding of developmentally appropriate practices for infants and toddlers with developmental, emotional, cognitive, language and/or physical needs.
- Identify appropriate practices for children.
- Identify the different types of portfolios used in child care programs, and the appropriate portfolio components for each type.
- Identify appropriate practices communicable diseases/illnesses and immunizations and their schedules in child care setting
- Identify appropriate practice for the identification, prevention, and treatment of communicable diseases and illnesses in child care setting
- Demonstrate an understanding of developmentally appropriate practices for infants and toddlers with need in one or more of the following areas: 1. Emotional 2. Cognitive 3. Language 4. Physical
- Define and identify common signs and behaviors of children and youth with developmental disabilities.
- Identify appropriate supervision practices for children during transportation and field trips.
- Identify appropriate practices for teacher- and child-directed activities.
- Define the term inclusion and how it relates to the child care environment and practice for all ages.
- Define developmental domains.
