Hilton Head Nannies Online
Training & Certification Program
At Hilton Head Nannies, we believe that an educated nanny is a better nanny! We believe so strongly in this fact that we are offering a wonderful opportunity for our Nannies!
The program that we are offering is tuition free! Our nannies will have the opportunity to get a professional education, one that is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, while earning 8 college credits that are transferable to 32 colleges nationwide! These 8 credits would cost you an average $2,000 from one of these colleges!
The only expense to Nannies is a one-time Registration Fee of $145.00 and a Textbook Fee of $18.00. These Fees cover the technical costs of hosting the online classes and also the textbooks. We believe in education, and we want to make getting an education financially possible for all nannies!
This program is being provided to you Tuition Free.
This high quality educational opportunity is available to all nannies, regardless as to whether they are placed through our agency.
As a special incentive to our nannies, Hilton Head Nannies is proud to announce that we will provide a Scholarship to cover the Registration Fee and Textbook Fee to every Nanny that is placed by our agency in a long-term position!
Program Format
In a typical week, students will complete a reading assignment, followed by taking an online quiz. Quizzes are electronically scored and students receive their grade immediately after completing the quiz. Students then attend live, online classes, in held in "real time" in one of our virtual classrooms. During class the material on the quiz is discussed and students have the opportunity to correct answers to questions they may not have answered correctly, ask additional questions and in general, share their experiences as child caregivers. Although the online real-time classes are optional, students are encouraged to participate to prepare for segment finals & to also get to know their fellow classmates from around the world. Each unit has a companion Research, Project Workbook. RPW's contain a variety of assignments specific to each week's unit & they are due at the end of each four-unit segment.
Curriculum
- Keeping Children Safe
- Ethics
- Stress Management
- Adult Self-esteem
- Building Self-esteem in Children
- Growth & Development I, II, & III
- Common Concerns I & II
- Communicating with Parents
- Communicating with Children
- Hygiene
- Nutrition
- Common Pediatric Illnesses
- Creative Play
Curriculum Descriptions
Keeping Children Safe
This Segment covers the latest information from the American Heart Association and the American Academy of Pediatrics regarding safety in the home, playground, automobile, water, and when camping, biking, rollerblading and in other contemporary situations which may represent a health or safety hazard for children. Assignments and classroom work entails identifying specific safety hazards in relation to the caregivers' particular environment and the developmental stages of the children in her care.
Ethics
This Segment is taught in a situational format, presenting various scenarios where the caregiver is placed in an ethical dilemma and must learn how to use what we call the "Ethical dynamic" to reach resolution. Ethics is especially important for nannies as they are in many instances left with their employer's children for extended periods of time. They may be faced with ethical situations and decisions (which are usually the domain of the parents) and are expected to use good judgment. They may be presented with various lifestyle and philosophical differences, which they must be able to process as different from their own, yet appropriate for the child in their care. This class explores the "Ethical dynamic" in a lively, team dialogue.
Stress Management
Everyone deals with stress, and all stress is not necessarily "bad". In this class we will discuss how to recognize the ways in which we manifest stress, and explore the different ways to manage it. Participants will learn how to recognize the various ways in which children manifest stress via regression, behavior, etc. and what can be done to help them develop coping skills. Discussion includes specific occupational stresses of nannies and the relationship between communication and stress management.
Adult Self-esteem
Our self-esteem determines many things, including how well we respond in a crisis. It permeates all of our life choices, from how well we take care of ourselves; to how well we care for and relate to others. Self-esteem is not necessarily something we get genetically; rather it is developed over the entire life span. There are effective methods adults can use to evaluate and enhance their own self-esteem. This Segment shows us how. Self-esteem is important also in terms of our work. We will more readily see the value in what we do, thus get more satisfaction from our work when our self-esteem is healthy.
Building Self-esteem in Children
In this Segment emphasis is on how to help children develop self-esteem. A child's self-esteem can affect her or his school grades or ability to make friends and resolve conflict. Studies have shown that children with high self-esteem are less likely to develop drug or alcohol problems, and are more likely to pursue interests and attend college. The great significance of the "Verbal environment" will be discussed, "Evaluative" vs. "non-evaluative praise" as well the many care practices, which help nurture high self-esteem for children.
Growth & Development I, II & III
In Segment One, Eriksson's theories of personality development are presented with the objective of having each participant identify the specific developmental stage of each child she cares for. Once identified, discussion involves what factors hinder and which enhance, development in each stage
Segment Two of Growth & Development covers Piaget's theories of cognitive development. Again, each caregiver identifies her child's stage and formulates care and play, which will enhance the child's capacity for intellectual development.
Kohlberg's theories of moral development are discussed in Segment Three of Growth & Development. The significance of this segment lies in the fact that adults (educators, parents and nannies alike) can at times expect too much from a child. Knowing at what point in human development certain traits, awareness, etc. manifest can help caregivers support current growth and recognize how to help nurture growth into the next stage.
Common Concerns I & II
Segment One covers the postpartum care of mothers and infants, physical conditions and concerns common to infants and new mothers. Umbilicus and circumcision care, language development, eating and sleeping habits, and dispelling old myths are discussed. A review of Eriksson's first stage of development is also covered in this class.
Segment Two focuses on the challenges of toddler hood. Includes the subjects potty training, sibling rivalry, tantrums, and more. The enormous developmental changes occurring during toddler hood presents many opportunities for nannies to enhance their creative childcare skills. Understanding the importance of assertion as it relates to development in this stage is essential in order for the caregiver to provide quality care and enhance development.
Communicating with Parents
Self-awareness is necessary in order for any individual to be able to communicate effectively. We must know what we need, and how we feel before we can express it. Ways to explore self-awareness is covered as well as emphasis on honest communication as a "relationship maintenance" tool. "Process Recording" is utilized as a technique for practicing better communication. Emphasis is also on keeping a written log for parents as opposed to attempting to relay events verbally upon the parent's arrival at the end of the day.
Communicating with Children
The significance of being authentic with children is the focus of this Segment. Emphasis is also on the importance of the "Verbal environment", and our non-verbal communication. Role-play using theories of child psychologist Haim Ginott are also included.
Hygiene
Part of the professional caregiver's responsibility is to not only be a role model in this area, but to teach the basic "activities of daily living" skills, e.g.; brushing teeth, bathing, dressing, etc., or at a minimum to maintain the child's hygiene while the child is in her care. Basic nursing principles are used as the model for this Segment, with emphasis on hand washing, recognizing how good health and hygiene are related, in addition to the relationship between hygiene and a positive body image. As with all Segments, exercises consist of applying the material to the caregiver's specific work environment.
Nutrition
Again in this Segment the caregiver as role model is emphasized. Nutrition as an opportunity to teach lifelong health habits are discussed as well as outlining the proper portions for children in various stages of growth. Lessons include information about how to pack appealing lunchboxes, meals and snacks with menu plans and creative ideas. Also discussed; Growth "spurts" and nutrition, Nutrition and mood, food as a reward, and myths and results of recent studies.
Common Pediatric Illnesses
Again, basic home nursing principles are used as a model for this Segment. Discussion of the most common pediatric illnesses, protocol, and the parent as the first resource, along with other resources; the pediatrician, pharmacist, etc. are covered. This segment includes charting medications and care-practices to provide parents with detailed information. The importance of following parental guidelines at all times is given emphasis.
Creative Play
Play is the work of children and the way in which they learn. The role of the environment, and the availability and the interest of the caregiver are emphasized as factors in maximizing the creative experience. The caregiver as initiator for arranging social interaction for their children ("play dates") is emphasized as a basis for healthy social development. Ideas and resources for nannies are provided which relate directly to each area of growth & development; physical, cognitive, social & psychological. Each participant develops a "Play plan" for each child in her/his care specifically tailored to the child's preferences and developmental stage.
School Year Schedule
Classes run year round with new Sessions starting in the Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer. Please contact Hilton Head Nannies for more information about the next scheduled program start date.
Accelerated Summer Program: Classes start in July and are for 5 weeks only!
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