Child Growth and Development	Understand how children acquire language and creative expression and develop physically, cognitively, and socially
Learning Environment and Curriculum	Establish an environment that provides learning experiences that meet each child’s needs, capabilities, and interests
Positive Interactions and Guidance	Establish supportive relationships with children and guide them as individuals and as a part of a group
Family and Community	Work collaboratively with families and agencies/organizations to meet children’s needs and to encourage the community’s involvement with early care and education
Child Observation and Assessment	Observe and assess what children know and can do in order to provide curriculum that meets their developmental and learning needs
Health, Safety, and Nutrition	Establish and maintain an environment that ensures children’s healthy development, safety, and nourishment.2
Professional Development and Leadership	Serve children and families in a professional manner and participate in the community as a representative of early childhood care and education
Program Planning and Management	Establish, implement, and evaluate an early care and education program
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