Define and explain culture and diversity
Discover the importance of culture and diversity in early childhood education and child care centers. Our comprehensive page defines and explains culture, while highlighting the significance of cultural competency. Gain a deeper understanding of how embracing cultural differences positively impacts the growth and development of young minds.Trainings incorporating this outcome
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Proficiency Level
120 hours courses
12 CEUsRelated Outcomes
- Define culture and cultural competency
- Recognize the importance of demonstrating respect for the diversity of all children and youth and families’ culture, language, and religion in all interactions (anti-bias and cultural responsiveness techniques).
- Recognize the importance of demonstrating respect for the diversity of all children and youth and families’ culture, language, and religion in all interactions
- Demonstrate understanding of how culture and diversity influence growth and development
- Demonstrate understanding of the impact of culture and diversity in relation to school readiness
- Recognize the importance of demonstrating respect for all diversity and providing activities that reflect a welcoming environment for all children, youth and families, regardless of culture, language, or religion, or strengths, talents, and abilities.
- Identify strategies to promote cultural diversity and acceptance in the child care environment.
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