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- 74 Lessons
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- Module 1: Neurobiology of Early Brain DevelopmentThis module introduces foundational concepts in brain anatomy, development, and the environmental factors that influence early brain health. It combines videos, reading resources, simulated clinical scenarios, quizzes, and a discussion forum.13
- 1.1FECD2025-M1-L01: KAP Survey – Knowledge, Attitudes & Practices10 Minutes
- 1.2FECD2025-M1-Q01: Pre-Test – Module 110 Minutes10 Questions
- 1.3FECD2025-M1-L02: Lesson 1 – Brain Anatomy5 Minutes
- 1.4FECD2025-M1-S01: Scenario One – Developmental assessment and early intervention for a toddler with hydrocephalus10 Minutes
- 1.5ECD2025-M1-L03: Lesson 2 – Development of the Brain12 Minutes
- 1.6FECD2025-M1-L04: Lesson Three – Effects of Environment on Brain Development2 Minutes
- 1.7FECD2025-M1-V01: Video Resource – How Brains are Built: The Core Story of Brain Development5 Minutes
- 1.8FECD2025-M1-L05: Lesson Three (Continued) – Effects of Environment on Brain Development5 Minutes
- 1.9FECD2025-M1-S02: Scenario Two – Paediatric assessment and FASD recognition10 Minutes
- 1.10FECD2025-M1-L06: Lesson Three (Final Part) – Effects of Environment on Brain Development6 Minutes
- 1.11FECD2025-M1-D01: Discussion Board – Reflections on Module 110 Minutes
- 1.12FECD2025-M1: Readings30 Minutes
- 1.13FECD2025-M1-Q02: Post-Test – Module 130 Minutes10 Questions
- Module 2: Ecology of ChildhoodExplore how family, community, culture, and environment shape a child’s development. Topics may include risk/resilience factors, socio-ecological frameworks, and public health influences.15
- 2.1FECD2025-M2-Q01 Pre-Test – Module 230 Minutes10 Questions
- 2.2FECD2025-M2-L01: Ecology of Childhood11 Minutes
- 2.3FECD2025-M2-S01: Scenario One – Role of Family Using the ACD Approach6 Minutes
- 2.4FECD2025-M2-L02: Ecobiodevelopmental Framework4 Minutes
- 2.5FECD2025-M2-V01: Video – Experiences in Brain Architecture10 Minutes
- 2.6FECD2025-M2-L03: Ecobiodevelopmental Framework [Continued]4 Minutes
- 2.7FECD2025-M2-V02: Video – Toxic Stress Derails Healthy Development2 Minutes
- 2.8FECD2025-M2-L04: Ecobiodevelopmental Framework [Continued]3 Minutes
- 2.9FECD2025-M2-L05: Nurturing Care Framework20 Minutes
- 2.10FECD2025-M2-L06: Supporting Families through Existing Services20 Minutes
- 2.11FECD2025-M2-S02: Scenario Two – Opportunities for Early Learning10 Minutes
- 2.12FECD2025-M2-L07: Enabling Health & Nutrition Services to Support Nurturing Care18 Minutes
- 2.13FECD2025-M2-D01: Discussion Board – Nurturing Care & Service Adaptation30 Minutes
- 2.14FECD2025-M2-R01: Required & Recommended Readings – Ecology of Childhood10 Minutes
- 2.15FECD2025-M2-Q02: Post-Test – Module 230 Minutes10 Questions
- Module 3: Positive Parenting and SupportFocus on the role of caregivers, attachment, parenting styles, and strategies for engaging families in early development.16
- 3.1FECD2025-M3-Q01: Positive Parenting – Pre-Test30 Minutes10 Questions
- 3.2FECD2025-M3-L01: Introduction to Positive Parenting1 Minute
- 3.3FECD2025-M3-L02: Importance of Positive Parenting16 Minutes
- 3.4FECD2025-M3-V01: Serve and Return Interactions2 Minutes
- 3.5FECD2025-M3-L03: Challenges in Parent-Child Interaction28 Minutes
- 3.6FECD2025-M3-L04: The Importance of Parenting [Continued]10 Minutes
- 3.7FECD2025-M3-L05: Parenting as an Intervention10 Minutes
- 3.8FECD2025-M3-S01: Scenario – Positive Discipline10 Minutes
- 3.9FECD2025-M3-L06: Parenting as an Intervention [Continued]13 Minutes
- 3.10FECD2025-M3-L07: Parenting in Special Circumstances32 Minutes
- 3.11FECD2025-M3-L08: Parenting Children after Adoption11 Minutes
- 3.12FECD2025-M3-S02: Scenario – Adolescent Mother in Antenatal Clinic10 Minutes
- 3.13FECD2025-M3-L09: Parenting Considerations for Adolescent Mothers37 Minutes
- 3.14FECD2025-M3-R01: Readings – Module 310 Minutes
- 3.15FECD2025-M3-D01: Discussion Board – Positive Parenting & Special Support30 Minutes
- 3.16FECD2025-M3-Q02: Positive Parenting – Post-Test30 Minutes11 Questions
- Module 4: Developmental MilestonesCovers physical, cognitive, language, and socio-emotional milestones across age bands (0–5 years). Can include tools like the Denver II, WHO standards, etc.14
- 4.1FECD2025-M4-Q01 – Developmental Milestones – Pre-Test30 Minutes10 Questions
- 4.2FECD2025-M4-L01: Introduction – Developmental Milestones1 Minute
- 4.3FECD2025-M4-L02: Newborn and Infancy13 Minutes
- 4.4FECD2025-M4-S01: Scenario – Caregiver Wellbeing in Postnatal Clinic (Fear of Loss)
- 4.5FECD2025-M4-L03: Second year3 Minutes
- 4.6FECD2025-M4-V01: Developmental Milestones 18 Months15 Minutes
- 4.7FECD2025-M4-L04: Second Year Continued
- 4.8FECD2025-M4-L05: Preschool years (3-4years)5 Minutes
- 4.9FECD2025-M4-L06: Middle School years (6-11years)
- 4.10FECD2025-M4-S02: Scenario – Assessing Developmental Milestones in Children
- 4.11FECD2025-M4-L07: Adolescence7 Minutes
- 4.12FECD2025-M4-R01: Readings – Module 410 Minutes
- 4.13FECD2025-M4-Q02 – Developmental Milestones – Post-Test10 Questions
- 4.14FECD2025-M4-D01: Discussion Board – Developmental Milestones
- Module 5: Developmental Surveillance & ScreeningPractical approaches for early detection of delays, tools for developmental screening (e.g., ASQ, M-CHAT), referral pathways, and working within community health systems.9
- 5.1FECD2025-M5-Q01: Developmental Surveillance & Screening – Pre-Test30 Minutes10 Questions
- 5.2FECD2025-M5-L01: Developmental Surveillance & Screening – Introduction4 Minutes
- 5.3FECD2025-M5-L02: Developmental Surveillance in Clinical Practice17 Minutes
- 5.4FECD2025-M5-S01: Developmental Surveillance in Well Baby Clinic
- 5.5FECD2025-M5-L03: Developmental screening22 Minutes
- 5.6FECD2025-M5-S02: Behavioral Surveillance in Sick Child Visit
- 5.7FECD2025-M4-R01: Readings – Module 5
- 5.8FECD2025-M5-D01: Discussion Board – Developmental Surveillance and Screening
- 5.9FECD2025-M5-Q02: Developmental Surveillance & Screening – Post-Test30 Minutes10 Questions
- Module 6: Atypical DevelopmentIntroduce conditions like autism, cerebral palsy, FASD, epilepsy, and others. This could be the space to deepen scenario-based learning (e.g., trauma, neglect, neurodivergence).18
- 6.1FECD2025-M6-Q01 Pre-Test – Atypical Brain Development30 Minutes10 Questions
- 6.2FECD2025-M6-LO1: Introduction1 Minute
- 6.3FECD2025-M6-LO2: Assessment of Development2 Minutes
- 6.4FECD2025-M6-LO3: Gross Motor Considerations8 Minutes
- 6.5FECD2025-M6-LO4: Fine Motor Considerations4 Minutes
- 6.6FECD2025-M6-LO5: Cognitive Considerations2 Minutes
- 6.7FECD2025-M6-LO5: Speech Considerations3 Minutes
- 6.8FECD2025-M6-LO6: Socio-Emotional Considerations3 Minutes
- 6.9FECD2025-M6-LO7: Sensory Considerations3 Minutes
- 6.10FECD2025-M6-LO8: Perceptual Considerations3 Minutes
- 6.11FECD2025-M6-LO9: Cultural Influences3 Minutes
- 6.12FECD2025-M6-S01: Atypical Development in Neurology Clinic
- 6.13FECD2025-M6-L10: Developmental Screening Tools24 Minutes
- 6.14FECD2025-M6-S02: Developmental Assessment in Paediatric Clinic
- 6.15FECD2025-M6-L11: Referral pathways13 Minutes
- 6.16FECD2025-M6-D01: Discussion Board – Atypical Brain Development10 Minutes
- 6.17FECD2025-M2-R01: Required & Recommended Readings – Atypical Brain Development10 Minutes
- 6.18FECD2025-M6-Q02 Post-Test – Atypical Brain Development30 Minutes10 Questions
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FECD2025-M5-S02: Behavioral Surveillance in Sick Child Visit
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I have learnt that behavioral surveillance helps identify concerns and help caregivers through effective management strategies
Observe,ask, counsel at work
I have learnt that, behavioral surveillance helps in Identification of child related concerns and help in developing effective strategies.
The ACD model is useful as it allows use of open ended questions and an empathetic approach in solving child developmental problems.
It can be challenging sometimes but know what to do and the stages of counselling is really helpful. formulating open ended questions is another ball game
in my practice offering counselling skills as clearly seen in the video enables dialogue and effective goals setting towards the care of the child.
Once again, ACD plays an important role in consultations. This video shows how we should support parents with children who throw tantrums and are restless. Sometimes we must also be careful to know about exposure to stress.
This interactive video is good. The message is clear. It coaches Healthcare providers on how to support caregivers with children who exhibit tantrums.
It is true, open ended questions help reenforce positive behavioral strategies of caregivers.
Behavioural surveillance helps identify concerns and guiding the caregiver. I should ask open ended questions and address caregivers concerns, provide support and strengthen caregiver practices to care.
I have appreciated that when sick child comes to the clinic we don’t just focus on prescribing drugs for the disease but also check on behavioral surveillance. using open ended questions and being empathetic helps identify caregivers concerns and suggest positive behavioral strategies that can be of help
Totally agree with you
Have learnt that I should ask about the behavior of the child during each visit regardless of the presenting complaint
I agree.
Just like children,parents/caregivers are also thrown into the ocean whenever there’s is something they don’t seem to understand about their children’s behaviour. Observing & asking questions with empathy not only give us information but also allows the parents to air out their concern extensively that is extremely important for the next steps.
I agree with you.
Asking open ended questions that allow the caregiver or parent to give more information on the concern they are having.
Take home message is critical. Behavioral surveillance helps identify concerns and guide caregivers through effective management strategies
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Use of Observe ,Ask, Counsel and Discuss is a good approach in behavioral surveillance
Developmental surveillance is Critical and through open ended questions it can help get what the caregivers are doing then emphatetic counseling helps the caregiver to do more in a positive way.
very educative scenario, open ended questions helps the caregiver open up with more details that help the healthcare worker establish the right ways of helping the client.
Use of Observe ,Ask, counsel and discuss is a good approach in behavioral surveillance.
Good strategies that we can help frustrated caregivers with.
Thanks
In our society, many children experience issues like frequent tantrums. Unfortunately, most parents don’t see this as a serious concern; they often assume it’s just a phase that will disappear as the child grows up.
ACD Approach is very effective in identifying and addressing caregivers concerns
The scenario is very practical and educative, asking open ended questions, counsel or guiding the caregiver without being judgemental are key to ensure a healthy conversation between the caregiver and healthcare worker.
The ACD approach helps the healthcare worker get full information from the care giver or the parent by using the open ended questions helps in getting more history from the parents
Have learnt that I should ask about the behavior of the child during each visit regardless of the presenting complaint I.e all children should be assessed. We should show concern and empathy during the interview
ACD approach.
Avoid closed ended questions as they provide very limited information.
Always acknowledge the parent’s/ caregivers efforts and be empathetic.
Support parents by educating them on positive behavioural strategies.
Behavioral surveillance involves consistently monitoring a child’s development through parent’s concerns, milestone assessment, and observation during health visits. Healthcare providers could then detect potential problems early and initiate necessary steps like further evaluation, diagnosis and specialized interventions
Very true
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In this presentation,I have found that during sick day child visit the behavioral surveillance helps us to identify concerns and guide caregivers through effective management strategies.So it’s paramount to use open ended questions, showing empathy and counseling because they are the key supporting parents and reinforcing positive behavior to the children.
I love how the doctor has approached the caregiver. The caregiver leaves the office empowered on how to handle his child’s tantrums and also how to prevent the tantrums from occuring.
Open ended questions, the ACD approach and empathy helps the parent or caregiver open up
Being compassionate and empathetic helps the caregiver to share more on the challenges faced during taking care of their children, and this gives an opportunity also to the health care provider to give professional guidance and possible solutions.
As a result, the health care worker gets valuable information to help in managing the parents/caregiver concerns.
Open ended questions and empathic counseling are key to supporting parents and reinforcing positive behavioral strategies.
That’s true
behavioral surveillance is key in addressing parental concerns. There is emphasis on using open ended questions and ACD approach
It is important for caregivers to promote positive outcomes in their tantrum-prone children by staying calm during episodes, clearly communicating expectations, and using positive reinforcement.
Open ended questions, the ACD approach and empathy all go a long way in helping the parent or caregiver open up about the child’s issue.
Behavioral surveillance is important while addressing parental concerns applying empathy with ACD approach.
On point
Well summarized!
This video shows how we can do behavioural surveillance while addressing parental concerns and counselling on how to handle them
Behavioral surveillance is important as it helps in identifying developmental, social and emotional issues of a child. The video gave an insightful scenario of how to address parent concerns while being non judgmental, acknowledging the parent concerns and offering empathetic counseling.
I concur with you
The ACD approach can very well be used for behavioral surveillance. The open ended questions can help get triggers and patterns in behavior. Always not forgetting to acknowledge, be empathetic, encourage and give out knowledge and guidance to the caregivers.
Being positive and patient really helps
Behavioral surveillance is important and it also important as ECD to educate care givers on this.
The vidoes have illustrated the importance of using open ended-questions
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