Course Highlights

Here are some of the highlights for this course.

  • No application process, no pre-requisites, open to anyone

  • Learn at your own pace using a computer, tablet or smartphone

  • Take up to 120 days to complete the course

  • Receive a certificate of course completion and digital badge for successfully completing the course which can be shared on social media (e.g. LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter), downloaded as a PDF, or even embedded in an email signature

About this Course

This 45-hr online course is for individuals interested in becoming a nanny and caring for children within a family's home. Learners will explore the characteristics, responsibilities, and ethical considerations required to be an effective nanny.

This course has been tailored to individuals interested in pursuing the role of a nanny; however, the curriculum applies to other professions responsible for childcare and the need for professionalism.

Review the course curriculum below to see the topics covered.  

Learners who successfully complete the course will earn a digital badge and certificate of course completion that can be downloaded and shared via social media. 

You will have access to the course for 120 days to work through the content.

Course Curriculum

    1. Welcome

    2. Course Information

    3. Navigation

    4. Course Learning Outcomes

    5. Overview

    1. Module Learning Modalities

    2. Lesson 1: Introduction

    3. Lesson 1: Learning Objectives

    4. Lesson 1: What is a Nanny?

    5. Lesson 1: Defining a Nanny

    6. Lesson 1: Characteristics of a Nanny

    7. Lesson 1: What Makes an Effective Nanny?

    8. Lesson 1: Roles and Responsibilities

    9. Lesson 1: Roles and Responsibilities Quiz

    10. Lesson 1: How to Maintain Effective Communication with your Employer

    11. Lesson 1: One-On-One Care

    12. Lesson 1: Case Study Scenarios - Branching Activity

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    13. Lesson 1: Maintaining Healthy Foundations

    14. Lesson 1: Critical Thinking Question

    15. Lesson 1: Ensuring the Safety of the Children and their Environment

    16. Lesson 1: Ensuring Safety of the Children and their Environment Quiz

    17. Lesson 1: Errands, Outings, and Tasks

    18. Lesson 1: What A Day Looks Like for a Nanny

    19. Lesson 1: Drag and Drop Activity #1

    20. Lesson 1: Drag and Drop Activity #2

    21. Lesson 1: Drag and Drop Activity #3

    22. Lesson 1: Drag and Drop Activity #4

    23. Lesson 1: Drag and Drop Activity #5

    24. Lesson 1: Drag and Drop Activity #6

    25. Lesson 1: Strategies to Make Errands Easier

    26. Lesson 1: Helpful Online Resources

    27. Lesson 1: Summary

    28. Lesson 1: Quiz

    29. Lesson 1: References

    1. Lesson 2: Introduction

    2. Lesson 2: Learning Objectives

    3. Lesson 2: Requirements and Certifications

    4. Lesson 2: Collaborate with Families

    5. Lesson 2: Parenting Styles

    6. Lesson 2: Parenting Styles - Supportive Strategies

    7. Lesson 2: Choosing a Position

    8. Lesson 2: Parenting Styles - Matching Game

    9. Lesson 2: Why are Nannies Hired?

    10. Lesson 2: Room and Board

    11. Lesson 2: Room and Board Deductions

    12. Lesson 2: Self-Care

    13. Lesson 2: Self-Care Reflection

    14. Lesson 2: Live-Out Nanny

    15. Lesson 2: Where are Nannies Hired?

    16. Lesson 2: Job Postings

    17. Lesson 2: Nanny Profiles

    18. Lesson 2: Professional Pictures

    19. Lesson 2: Summary

    20. Lesson 2: Quiz

    21. Lesson 2: References

    1. Lesson 3: Introduction

    2. Lesson 3: Learning Objectives

    3. Lesson 3: What is a Nanny?

    4. Lesson 3: What is a Babysitter?

    5. Lesson 3: Nanny vs. Babysitter

    6. Lesson 3: What is an Au-Pair?

    7. Lesson 3: Roles - Matching Game

    8. Lesson 3: Becoming a Nanny

    9. Lesson 3: Training and Certificates

    10. Lesson 3: Online Profile

    11. Lesson 3: Resumes

    12. Lesson 3: Interviews

    13. Lesson 3: Interviews Quiz

    14. Lesson 3: Getting Hired

    15. Lesson 3: Summary

    16. Lesson 3: Quiz

    1. Lesson 4: Introduction

    2. Lesson 4: Learning Objectives

    3. Lesson 4: Establishing Relationships

    4. Lesson 4: Healthy Boundaries

    5. Lesson 4: Healthy Boundaries - Activity

    6. Lesson 4: Know Your Rights

    7. Lesson 4: Know Your Rights - Activity

    8. Lesson 4: Written Agreements and Contracts

    9. Lesson 4: Salary 1/2

    10. Lesson 4: Salary 2/2

    11. Lesson 4: Tax Payments

    12. Lesson 4: Guiding Principles

    13. Lesson 4: Summary

    14. Lesson 4: Quiz

    15. Lesson 4: References

    1. Lesson 5: Introduction

    2. Lesson 5: Learning Objectives

    3. Lesson 5: Associations

    4. Lesson 5: Memberships

    5. Lesson 5: Code of Ethics – Early Childhood Education

    6. Lesson 5: Let’s Share Our Thoughts

    7. Lesson 5: Responsibilities to Children

    8. Lesson 5: Responsibilities to Family

    9. Lesson 5: Responsibilities to Colleagues and the Profession

    10. Lesson 5: Responsibilities to the Community and to the Public

    11. Lesson 5: Responsibilities Activity

    12. Lesson 5: Activity

    13. Lesson 5: What are Policies and Procedures?

    14. Lesson 5: Duty to Report

    15. Lesson 5: Reporting Abuse/Neglect - Community Resources

    16. Lesson 5: Daily Log/Occurrence of Events 

    17. Lesson 5: How to Record

    18. Lesson 5: What Does Child Abuse and Neglect Look Like? 

    19. Lesson 5: Scenario-Based Learning

    20. Lesson 5: Summary

    21. Lesson 5: Quiz

    22. Lesson 5: References

About this course

  • $325.00
  • 110 lessons
  • 0 hours of video content

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