These 7 training modules build on entry level knowledge and skills. They range from 6-16 hours each for a total of 80 hours. The modules -
- Are based on the early childhood core competencies – Level II
- Deepen knowledge and skills in particular content areas
- May be taken in any order
- Can help participants achieve a CDA credential
- Include a portfolio outline which organizes documentation from both Fundamentals and Beyond the Fundamentals for a CDA credential or Level II Portfolio application
The modules are offered in each region of Vermont by Resource Development Specialists and others. Sessions are listed in the Bright Futures Information System (BFIS) Course Calendar.
Interested instructors need to contact a regional Resource Development Specialist or Northern Lights Career Development Center before offering these Modules.
| Module* | Description | Details objectives, topics, assignments, resources |
|---|---|---|
| Safe Healthy Learning Environments 6 hours | This module is presented by nurse consultants on regulations, policies and practices related to healthy environments for staff and children in group care. Content includes preventing infectious diseases, injury prevention, creating healthy environments, physical activity and nutrition. This material is adapted from the National Training Institute for Child Care Health Consultants, North Carolina, Chapel Hill | DETAILS nutrition and physical activity section;
infectious disease section; injury prevention section |
| Professionalism and Program Management 7 + 3 hours (see also What is the CDA below) | This module focuses on professional development, personal wellness and topics related to child care program operation. This module also includes the three hour: What is the CDA?Module described below. Participants will also be informed about the Vermont Early Childhood Career Ladder, technical assistance and resources. | |
| What is the Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential? 3 hours Part of the Professionalism and Program Management module above | This training informs both early childhood professionals interested in earning a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential and professionals who support, train and advise the early childhood workforce. As a result of this training, participants will have a full understanding of the components, process and available resources related to achieving a CDA Credential. | DETAILS
Also, see Notebook Section below |
| Promoting Social and Emotional Development* 15 hours | This mental health series is aligned with the teaching pyramid model for supporting social competence and preventing challenging behavior in young children. This series is based on training and tools provided by theCenter on the Social and Emotional Foundations for Early Learning (CSEFEL) Preschool Modules 1 and 2. This research-based series creates a strong foundation to support all children. | DETAILS CSEFEL website |
| Principles of Child Development and Learning* 12 hours One requirement of this Module is that students are observed working with children | This module focuses on the relationship between child development and the learning environment. Creating an inclusive environment is also addressed. | |
| Productive Relationships with Families* 12 hours | Using the Zero to Three: Preventing Child Abuse and Neglect Curriculum, this module focuses on supporting all families and creating a family centered program. | DETAILS |
| Observing and Recording Children’s Behavior 9 hours | This module introduces early education professionals to the importance and value of purposeful observation in a group setting. It also examines observation techniques and how they can be used to support individual children and improve the overall quality of the learning environment. | DETAILS Pre-K Observation Workshop Related Handouts |
| Physical and Intellectual Development 16 hours One requirement of this Module is that students are observed working with children | This module incorporates the Vermont Early Learning Standards (VELS) trainings developed by the Vermont Department of Education. These include: Approaches to Learning; Language, Literacy and Communication; Mathematics; Science; Social Studies; Creative Expression; and Physical Development. | DETAILS VELS trainers manual and Instructor’s Guide (scroll down DOE page) Observation of practitioner-guidance Observation of practitioner form Observer of the Practitioner- type in |
| Documentation Notebook | This notebook helps organize professional development documents. When the documents are collected under each section, it can be used to prepare for a CDA application or alternatively, a Level II portfolio review. | Cover Table of Contents Level II Information: Level II Factsheet What is CDA? CDA Training Log Level II Portfolio Review Sections 1-4 |
| * These modules may meet requirements for Advanced Specialized Care Training hours. Advanced Specialized Care training is a required of those practitioners who have completed Basic Specialized Care and want to maintain their status as specialized service providers. Advanced Specialized Care includes 6 hours of training that is above and beyond the hours required to maintain program licensure or registration. The training relates to caring for children at risk or those who have special needs. | ||
The Vermont Northern Lights Career Development Center works with many partners to unify and enhance the professional development system for early childhood and afterschool professionals in Vermont. It is funded by a grant from the Child Development Division of the Vermont Agency of Human Services. The Community College of Vermont (CCV) and the Vermont Child Care Industry and Careers Council (VCCICC) are co-grantees.
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