Primary Caregiver Requirements
Accrues at least 30 clock hours of previous education and/or training in child development/early education including the topics listed below:
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Measuring the quality of the program’s business practices
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Measuring the quality of the program’s environment and activities
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Planning appropriate physical activities to support children’s healthy development
Primary and Secondary Caregiver Requirements
Registers as a member of an Arkansas professional development system.
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Membership encourages participation in training to improve knowledge of child development and early education.
Follows an appropriate daily schedule that meets the needs of the children in the group.
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Children are happier and feel more secure when they have a predictable routine.
Develops and follows written plans for the day’s activities.
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Written plans help teachers support children’s learning more effectively.
Uses an environment rating tool for self-evaluation.
Informs parents of uninsured children about ARKids First.
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ARKids First provides insurance to qualified children.
Shares information about child development and health with families.
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Families and staff work together to support the child’s development and to promote healthy lifestyles.
Obtains and implements a medical and/or educational plan for any child having special needs.
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Medical and/or educational plans are individualized to meet the specific health or educational needs of a child. These plans are coordinated with a health care provider, therapist and/or education specialist.
