Explain mental health and its Indicators in infants and young children.
Central objective: explain mental health and its indicators in infants and young children, with practical guidance for early childhood education settings and child care centers. Supporting elements: outline the possible causes and potential outcomes of traumatic brain injury in this age group.Trainings incorporating this outcome
Age group
Proficiency Level
120 hours courses
12 CEUsRelated Outcomes
- Identify common mental health disorders in children and the importance of early intervention.
- Explain the importance of math instruction with young children.
- Explain appropriate crib guidelines for caregivers to ensure safe sleep for infants and young toddlers.
- Demonstrate understanding of the harmful effects of excessive sun exposure in infants and young children.
- Give examples of strategies that reduce stress in infants and young children.
- Identify the signs of traumatic brain injury in infants and young children.
- Give examples of strategies to prevent traumatic brain injuries in infants and young children.
- Explains how materials and experiences support the developmental needs of young children.
- Explain developed methods to teach children a large body of general knowledge that supports emerging math skills
- Identify common interaction strategies to help promote a positive classroom environment for young children.
- Describe the five critical needs for children to develop optimal emotional health
- Identify the most common sources of stress for young children.
- Define active play in the early childhood classroom and describe its benefits for young children.
- Give examples of strategies caregivers can teach young children to cope with grief in healthy ways.
- Distinguish how to adapt arts and crafts for younger children and children with different abilities.
- Demonstrate Understanding of Meal Planning for young children.
- Demonstrate understanding of brain development in young children.
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