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Page 1 of 2Documentation of Professional DevelopmentTitle: Fundamentals Module 8, Part C:Basic Specialized ServicesSponsor:Date/Time:Instructor: Submitting attendance to Bright Futures Information System Single Session Training X Course/Series Lecture/Keynote Other:Description: Part 2 of a 6-hour session is an introduction for early childhood providers who plan to support children andfamilies who require additional support (as identified by the State of Vermont). It is required for all programs wishing toattain the “Basic Specialized Child Care Provider” status. Basic Specialized Services training is essential for servingchildren who have been victims of abuse or neglect. Topics covered include: typical child development, the impact ofstress and abuse on development, red flags, working with families and the system, as well as mandated reportingresponsibilities. Working with children with special needs is also touched upon.Core Knowledge Areas(Check appropriate areas)Child Development Associate (CDA)(Assign approximate hours spent on each area checked)Five Standards forVermont Educators(Check appropriate areas)X Child Development or Childand Youth DevelopmentX Families and Communities Teaching and Learning orCurriculum andLearning Environments Healthy and SafeEnvironmentsX Professionalism andProgram Organization ____ 1. Planning a Safe and HealthyEnvironment ____ 2. Physical and Intellectual DevelopmentX ____ 3. Social and Emotional Development ____ 4. Productive Relationships w/Families ____ 5. Effective Program Operation ____ 6. Commitment to Professionalism ____ 7. Observing and Recording Behavior ____ 8. Principles of Child Growth & Development 1. Learning 2. Professional Knowledge 3. Colleagueship 4. Advocacy 5. AccountabilitySub-headings related to Core Knowledge Areas checked:(See Core Competencies for Early Childhood and Afterschool Professionals)CHILD DEVELOPMENTHow Children Develop, Influences on Child Development, Individual VarianceFAMILIES and COMMUNITIESRelationships, CommunicationPROFESSIONALISM and PROGRAM ORGANIZATIONProfessionalism, Working with Staff and Colleagues, Program Organization and AdministrationInstructor’s Signature:Participant’s Legal Name:Address:Place of Employment:BFIS ID #:If training attendance is not being submitted to BFIS, this professional development information can be added to yourBright Futures Information System (BFIS) Online Resume by sending a copy of this page to:Vermont Northern Lights Career Development CenterPO Box 489, Montpelier, VT 05601

Professional ReflectionPage 2(This page is for the participant. Use the sections below to record information that will be usefulto you at a later time.)Topic/Title: Fundamentals Module 8, Part C:Basic Specialized ServicesDate:Instructor(s):Length:This professional development opportunity is part of my Individual Professional Development Plan: Yes, it is in my IPDP No, I participated for another reason:Key Concepts:Ways I might transfer new knowledge to practice:Ideas I’d like to explore further:Resources: