Advanced Certificate in Child Behavior: Transformative Practices

• Advanced Child Behavior Analysis: Understanding the complexities of children's behaviors and the factors that influence them is crucial for effective intervention. This unit will explore the latest research and theories in child behavior, focusing on practical applications for transformative practices. • Positive Discipline Strategies: This unit will focus on evidence-based positive discipline strategies that promote healthy child development. Learners will explore the difference between punishment and discipline and develop skills in implementing effective discipline techniques. • Child Development and Behavior: This unit will examine the relationship between child development and behavior, including the impact of cognitive, emotional, and social development on behavior. Learners will gain an understanding of typical developmental milestones and how to identify and address developmental delays. • Trauma-Informed Practices: Trauma can have a profound impact on children's behavior. This unit will explore the latest research on childhood trauma and its effects on behavior, and learners will develop skills in implementing trauma-informed practices that promote healing and resilience. • Behavior Intervention Planning: This unit will focus on the development of effective behavior intervention plans. Learners will learn how to conduct functional behavior assessments, analyze behavior data, and develop and implement evidence-based intervention plans. • Parenting Skills for Supporting Positive Behavior: Parents play a critical role in shaping children's behavior. This unit will explore evidence-based parenting strategies that promote positive behavior, including communication skills, limit-setting, and positive reinforcement. • Cultural Competence in Child Behavior: This unit will explore the impact of culture on child behavior and the importance of cultural competence in working with children and families. Learners will develop skills in culturally responsive practice and understanding the unique cultural factors that can influence behavior. • Special Education and Behavior: This unit will explore the unique behavioral challenges that can arise in special education settings and the legal requirements for addressing those challenges. Learners will develop skills in implementing evidence-based practices for students with disabilities. • Ethical Considerations in Child Behavior: This unit will explore ethical considerations in working with children and families, including confidentiality, informed consent, and cultural sensitivity. Learners will develop skills in ethical decision-making and problem-solving.