Community

Courses listed in the Child Development category provide students with a basis of knowledge regarding family engagement and community partnerships.  These course satisfy Maryland core knowledge requirements by covering the following key topics:Supportive and effective communication skillsDynamics, roles, and relationships among children/youth, families, and child and youth care professionalsCommunity resources that support all children, youth, and familiesProtection of confidentiality of all children, youth, and familiesFamily engagement in child and youth care programsYouth engagement in school-age care programsDiversity in society and activities, materials, and environmentsBenefits and process of collaborations with families and the community.