Milestones & Redflags in The Preschool | Short Course

This practical short course helps you understand, monitor and support the development of children from birth to 6 years. You will learn how to recognise milestones, spot red flags in time, and what steps to take when development deviates. Ideal for parents, carers and ECD practitioners who want to unlock a child’s full potential.

Course Contents:

CHAPTER 1: Introduction to Development in the First Six Years

Lesson 1: What is development?

Lesson 2: Why developmental milestones are important

Lesson 3: Understanding “Red Flags”

Lesson 4: Why “red flags” are important

CHAPTER 2: 0 – 12 Months: Baby Development and Early Signs

Lesson 1: Milestones

Lesson 2: Red Flags

CHAPTER 3: 1 – 3 Years: Toddler Development and Warning Signs

Lesson 1: Milestones

Lesson 2: Red Flags

CHAPTER 4: 3 – 6 Years: Preschool Development and Indicators of Problems

Lesson 1: Milestones

Lesson 2: Red Flags

CHAPTER 5: What to do if you are worried

Lesson 1: When should you be concerned?

Lesson 2: Who to contact

Lesson 3: How to make references to professional resources

CHAPTER 6:The role of parents and ECD practitioners

Lesson 1: Earlyintervention and support

Lesson 2: Empathy and communication with parents

Lesson 3: Documentation and observation