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Child Health and Wellness

Christa Snyder | 301-784-5530

Child Health and Wellness Courses

Below, please see the latest listing of courses. Please note that courses are listed in alphabetical order.


Basic Health & Safety Training *Required Course*

Gain a foundation of information about critical health and safety topics and practice skills designed to meet the proposed Maryland licensing regulation requiring training for all child care providers in basic health and safety areas. You will learn how to set up and maintain a safe and healthy environment. Topics include supervision, safe practices to prevent and reduce injuries, identification and reporting of abuse or neglect, and proper sanitation practices and procedures. No refunds issued. MSDE Core of Knowledge: 5 hrs. Health,  Safety & Nutrition. 5 CEUs.

Online course takes about 5 hours to complete (completion times vary.) Online class has no classroom meetings. After you register, you will receive an email with log in instructions for Canvas. Instructor’s contact information is listed on the syllabus in the online course. You will need access to a computer, the internet and email to take this course.

 

Tuition: $75 (includes $40 in fees*)

Aug 28-Dec 8 Online
You may begin this class anytime from August 28 to December 8.
Jan 8 - May 17 Online
You may begin this class anytime from January 8 to MAY 17.

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Engaging Children with Remote Learning

Remote learning is here to stay! Now more than ever, teachers and caregivers are engaging children with remote learning, and are tasked with helping parents support learning when working one on one with their child outside of the online learning environment. Learn effective methods for engaging children of all ages in various forms of online learning, and supportive strategies for parents. Refunds issued up until 7 days before course start date. MSDE Core of Knowledge: 2 hrs CD, 1 hr CC, 1 hr CP, 1hr SN.

This online course takes about 5 hours to complete (completion times vary). Online class has no classroom meetings. After you register, you will receive an email with log in instructions for Canvas. 

Tuition: $75* (*includes $40 in fees)

Aug 28-Dec 8 Online
You may begin this class anytime from August 28 to December 8.
Jan 8 - May 17 Online
You may begin this class anytime from January 8 to MAY 17.

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Pandemics and Outbreaks: Reducing Risks in Childcare

Are you challenged to adopt new health and safety protocols and keep up with recent changes in child care regulations caused by the COVID-19 pandemic? Gain a foundation of information about COVID-19, other infectious diseases and the latest Maryland child care regulations in this timely course taught by a professional nurse educator. You will be introduced to best practices and protocols for maintaining a safe and healthy environment for children and staff, protecting your child care site from infection, preventing the spread of COVID 19 with proper sanitation practices and procedures, and handling other childhood illnesses in a child care setting. No refunds issued. MSDE Core of Knowledge: 5 hours HSN. .5CEUs.

Online course takes about 5 hours to complete (your time may vary.) Online class has no classroom meetings. After you register, you will receive an email with log in instructions for Canvas. 

Tuition: $75* (*includes $40 in fees)

Aug 28-Dec 8 Online
You may begin this class anytime from August 28 to December 8.
Jan 8 - May 17 Online
You may begin this class anytime from January 8 to May 17.

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Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)

Learn all about Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), which can affect apparently healthy infants under one year of age. No refunds issued. .2 CEUs.

Online course takes about two hours to complete (completion times vary.) Online class has no classroom meetings. After you register, you will receive an email with log in instructions for Canvas. Instructor’s contact information is listed on the syllabus in the online course. You will need access to a computer, the internet and email to take this course.

Tuition: $50 (fee based, no waivers)

Aug 28-Dec 8 Online
You may begin this class anytime from August 28 to December 8.
Jan 8 - May 17 Online
You may begin this class anytime from January 8 to May 17.

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Course Legend

* Fees not eligible for waiver.
** Tuition and fees not eligible for waiver for XE courses.
(S) = Supplies needed. Instructor will provide list at first class.
(T) = Textbook recommended or required. Purchase at ACM Bookstore or online before first class.

 

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