Chapter 1 Early Childhood Education

Which must happen within six months before applying for a CDA credential?

• 120 Hours of Education in 8 subject areas

• Enrollment in a high school career and technical program

• Professional portfolio completed by candidate

• 480 hours of experience

Early childhood covers the period between _____ and _____ of age.

• two years to three years

• birth to nine years

• birth to five years

• three years to six years

Which of the following statements is not true of changes in families?

• US Society expects men and women to work

• Smaller families can spend more money on child care

• Married couples are having fewer children

• There is a decrease in dual-career families

A(n) _____ is a person from a foreign country who lives with a family and provides care in the child’s home.

• Au Pair

• Nanny

• Kindergarten Teacher

• Associate Teacher

The responsibilities of the _____ include marketing the program, recruiting children, and managing the budget.

• Director

• Licensing Specialist

• Social Worker

• Therapist

An entrepreneur is someone who _____.

• Provides care while living in a child's home

• Creates or runs his or her own business

• Is employed by the state

• has a bachelor's degree

Which is not true of companies that provide child care benefits?

• Recruitment is positively affected

• Job satisfaction is higher

• Absenteeism is higher

• They receive tax benefits

Which is not part of a safe childhood environment?

• Developmentally Appropriate toys

• Regular Maintenance Repairs

• Locked Storage for Medication and Cleaning Supplies

• Mattresses with soft pillows and comforters

Which characteristic of a successful teacher will help children relax and feel content?

• Sense of Humor

• Confidence

• Commitment

• Physical Health

Which is the largest professional organization in early childhood education?

• American Montessori Association

• Family, Community and Career Leaders of America

• National Association for Family Child Care

• National Association for the Education of Young Children