Exam 15: Maintaining the Quality of Child Care

The rating scale developed by Thelma Harms and Richard Clifford assesses __________.

According to the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), child care in most centers is poor to mediocre.

Teachers are mandated to report child abuse.

Most child abusers are poor, uneducated, or emotionally disturbed.

The Fair Labor Standards Act prohibits discrimination because of sex, race, or color.

Multiple wounds or locations of wounds in unexpected places are examples of __________ abuse.

If an individual is uncertain of whether to report a suspicion of child abuse, he or she can

The Worthy Wage campaign to improve the economic status of teachers was launched by __________.

Worker's compensation insurance provides ___________.

MATCHING a.a national program for validating the quality of early childhood programs b.a credential that certifies the holder has achieved a level of competency c.serious harm to a child in the form of physical, emotional, or sexual mistreatment d.created to improve the economic status of teachers e.most difficult form of child abuse to discern f.some signs of this are occasionally seen in all children -accreditation

Which organization designed the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential?

MATCHING a.a national program for validating the quality of early childhood programs b.a credential that certifies the holder has achieved a level of competency c.serious harm to a child in the form of physical, emotional, or sexual mistreatment d.created to improve the economic status of teachers e.most difficult form of child abuse to discern f.some signs of this are occasionally seen in all children -child abuse

Discuss the arguments for and against telling parents that a report of abuse has been made.

The Occupational Safety and Health Act is a state law that provides for a safe working environment.

MATCHING a.a national program for validating the quality of early childhood programs b.a credential that certifies the holder has achieved a level of competency c.serious harm to a child in the form of physical, emotional, or sexual mistreatment d.created to improve the economic status of teachers e.most difficult form of child abuse to discern f.some signs of this are occasionally seen in all children -Worthy Wage Campaign

The accreditation process involves a __________-step process.

When a child constantly seeks attention from any adult or even strangers, a teacher might suspect __________.

The Federal Garnishment Law

The Child Development Associate (CDA) is obtained after completing a number of courses.

Schools must post information about the minimum wage law.