What I will learn?

• Demonstrate and understanding of the components of a healthy lifestyle for children and methods for promoting them.
• Design and implement age-appropriate physical activities to support children's overall health and development.
• Establish safe and effective physical care routines for children in various settings.
• Develop strategies for supporting children's health and well-being during periods of illness or when unwell.
• Explain the principles and provisions of children's rights as outlined in international conventions and laws.
• Advocate for the protection and promotion of children's rights in professional practice, ensuring their voices are respected and upheld.
• Identify and apply safeguarding legislation aimed at protecting children from harm in various settings.
• Understand and adhere to health and safety legislation relevant to early childhood settings.
• Implement practices that promote equality, diversity, and inclusivity in childcare, in accordance with legislation.
• Foster effective partnerships with parents and caregivers to support children's holistic development.
• Recognise the importance of play in early childhood education and its role in supporting children's development.
• Plan and facilitate play-based activities that align with developmental goals and objectives.
• Promote early emergent literacy skills among young children through developmentally appropriate activities and resources.
• Support early numeracy and mathematical skills development in young children through meaningful learning experiences.
• Understand the stages of intellectual and cognitive development in early childhood and support children's learning accordingly.
• Support language development in young children through effective communication strategies and language-rich environments.
• Promote personal, social-emotional development in young children by fostering positive relationships and emotional regulation skills.
• Support children through transitions, such as starting school or moving to a new environment, by providing continuity of care and support.
• Utilise observation techniques to understand children's learning and development in various contexts.
• Assess children's progress and plan individualised learning experiences based on observation and assessment data.
• Integrate theoretical knowledge with practical skills acquired throughout the course to align with national occupational standards (NOS) objectives in early childhood education.
• Create inclusive environments that support the diverse needs of all children and embrace cultural diversity in early childhood education.
• Understand the regulatory requirements governing childcare educators and early childhood settings and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to enhance knowledge, skills, and competencies in early childhood education best practices.