Courses listed in the Child Development category provide students with a basis of knowledge regarding professionalism. These course satisfy Maryland core knowledge requirements by covering the following key topics:
- Ethical behavior in accordance with the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct and Statement of Commitment
- Confidentiality
- Anti-bias/cultural responsiveness
- Inclusion in accordance with DEC/NAEYC’s Early Childhood Inclusion
- Collaborative process
- Conflict resolution
- Professional attitude, communication, and relationships
- Continual professional development
- Current trends in the field of child and youth care and education
- Self-awareness and self-assessment
- Personal philosophical perspective
- Mentoring and coaching
- Advocacy for children and youth of all abilities and child and youth care programs
- Commitment to high-quality child and youth care
- Child and youth care policies, licensing regulations, and legal and advocacy topics.