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Courses Offered (Page 2 of 4)
The following courses are approved in Georgia to meet the training requirements for Bright From the Start. These ON SITE courses will also count as inservice hours in other states.
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Curriculum Ideas and Community Resources
Free and inexpensive program ideas for infants through after school care children. Creative ideas will be suggested and teachers will be given the opportunity to work in small group settings and develop a creative lesson plan and unit.
Breaking Up is Hard to Do (Divorce)
This class will provide guidance for teachers and parents to help children understand the effects and consequences of divorce and separation. This class will discuss methods used to create a supportive environment for children going through this life event. Parents are encouraged to attend with the staff.
Music and Rhythms
This class will include songs, games, finger plays, and creative movement. Involvement of community (high schools, local symphonies, bands) will be encouraged to help children and teachers expand and appreciate music of all forms.
Visual and Spatial Awareness
Designed to enhance children's spatial orientation, auditory acuity, and visual acuity. Small and large group activities will help teachers understand these concepts.
Nutrition I
Provides an understanding of the food pyramid, the foods we eat as adults, attitudes toward mealtime, and a discussion of food and the impact on our physical and emotional status. Aids in establishing healthful attitudes about food.
Nutrition II
Aids in planning menus for child care centers according to USDA guidelines, financial considerations, and BFTS (GA) rules and regulations. |
