Supporting Appropriate Behavior

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This course provides a basic overview of the causes of behavioral difficulties frequently exhibited by children and by individuals with disabilities. Interventions used in response to challenging behavior are evaluated for effectiveness, as well as for adherence to legal and ethical standards. Emphasis is placed on interventions that can be used both in schools and in the community and that have been proven to support the development of appropriate behavior. **CHILD CARE CREDENTIALING INFORMATION: This course includes 12 hours in core of knowledge training: 3 hours in Child Development: Introduction to Observation and Assessment of Children; 6 hours in Child Development: Positive Child Guidance & Discipline Theory; and 6 hours in Special Needs: Supporting Children with Disabilities, Delays, or Special Health Care Needs.