Pyramid Model for Family and Group Child Cares Module 3

Hours

4 Hours

Level

Beginning

Knowledge Base

Observation, Documentation, and Assessment (2 Hours)
Professionalism (1 Hour)
Teaching and engagement (1 Hour)

CDA Content Areas

Managing an effective program operation (1 Hour)
Observing and recording children’s behavior (2 Hours)
Supporting children’s social and emotional development (1 Hour)

Prerequisites

Introduction to the Pyramid Model
Pyramid Model for Family and Group Child Cares Module 1
Pyramid Model for Family and Group Child Cares Module 2

In Module Three of Pyramid Model for Family and Group Child Cares, we break down the final level of the pyramid, Intensive Individualized Interventions. This top level refers to the development and implementation of individualized supports for children with persistent challenging behavior. We will also dive deeper into specific strategies for collecting and using data in your Family Child Care home. Effective data collection and analysis can help you understand children's behaviors, identify patterns, and make informed decisions to support their development and wellbeing. And finally, we will explore strategies for effective time management and organization wellness, and teaming in family childcare homes. By focusing on these areas, you can create a more efficient, supportive, and healthy environment for both you and the children you serve, as well as their families.

*Fully Automated: These classes do not offer feedback from an instructor unless you complete the extra credit activity. They are graded automatically and your certificate is available immediately upon the course being successfully completed.

Course Author

Pyramid Model Consortium

Instructor

Lucy Marose