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