Recognize the importance of a positive and respectful attitude in working with all children and their families.
Recognize the importance of a positive and respectful attitude in working with all children and their families. Gain an understanding of the significance of being responsible, sensitive, and respectful when working with children and youth and their families. Explore the central objective of fostering a positive and respectful approach in the domain areas of early childhood education and child care centers.Trainings incorporating this outcome
Proficiency Level
120 hours courses
12 CEUsRelated Outcomes
- Recognize the importance of demonstrating respect for all diversity and providing activities that reflect a welcoming environment for all children, youth and families, regardless of culture, language, or religion, or strengths, talents, and abilities.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the value and importance of complex characteristics of children’s families and communities
- Demonstrate the elements of positive respectful relationships that include warm, nurturing interactions with children.
- Identify the components of positive relationships with children, co-workers and families.
- Identify the importance of maintaining cultural sensitivity while working with families during home visiting.
- Recognize the importance of observing and gathering information related to children and youth's development.
- Identify the importance of documenting the home visitor's work with the family.
- Recognize the importance of maintaining confidentiality and privacy in communication with families.
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