Description:
Supervision is one of the most critical components of keeping children safe, engaged, and supported throughout the day. This course equips childcare professionals with the skills and strategies needed to maintain active and effective supervision in both indoor and outdoor environments.
Participants will explore best practices for positioning, scanning, and transitioning, as well as techniques to minimize distractions and ensure constant awareness of children's activities. The course emphasizes the importance of proactive supervision in promoting safety, preventing incidents, and fostering positive interactions.
By the end of this course, you will be able to…
- Define the core principles of active child supervision and explain how positioning, proximity, sight, sound, and presence work together to keep children safe in all learning environments.
- Apply effective supervision techniques indoors and outdoors including proper positioning, scanning, face-to-name checks, and managing transitions to ensure every child is continuously accounted for.
- Identify and reduce common supervision risks by recognizing distractions, environmental hazards, and blind spots—and implementing proactive strategies that support safety, engagement, and positive behavior.
Define the core principles of effective child supervision in early childhood environments.
Course Information
- Qualifies for 2 Clock Hours | .2 CEUs
- Training includes module & assessment
- Supporting downloadable material included
- Audience: Teachers, Staff members, Directors
- Level: Basic, Intermediate, Advanced
- CDA Competency Statement I: To establish and maintain a safe and healthy learning environment
