Demonstrate understanding of using assessment and observation for short and long term goal development for special needs
Gain a comprehensive understanding of using assessment and observation for short and long term goal development for special needs individuals aged four and above. Explore the vital connection between assessment, observation, and goal setting in early childhood education and child care centers.Trainings incorporating this outcome
CDA Subject Areas
Proficiency Level
Topic Areas
120 hours courses
12 CEUs10 hours courses
Related Outcomes
- Demonstrate understanding of using assessment and observations for short and long term goal development for ages four and above.
- Demonstrate understanding of using assessment and observations for short and long term goal development for ages birth to three.
- Demonstrate understanding of how to assess and meet the needs of children with special needs.
- Demonstrate understanding of observational techniques to track skill development and individual need.
- Demonstrate assessment techniques to track skill development and individual need.
- Demonstrate an understanding of prenatal development and its impact on child development.
- Demonstrate understanding of the impact of culture on infant and toddler development
- Demonstrate an understanding of content areas and how they are related to child development.
- Demonstrate an understanding of how to develop appropriate daily schedules that promote routines. (1 hr)
- Demonstrates understanding of typical and atypical development
- Demonstrate understanding of research theoretical and legal foundations for special programs.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the physical, emotional, and motor development in children five to twelve years of age
- Demonstrate an understanding of how genetics and environment influence child growth and development.
- Demonstrate an understanding of how to conduct objective and accurate observations.
- Demonstrate understanding of developing positive relationships with childcare families
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