Examination should include

• describing selected career paths in fields related to child development and parenting
• outlining the education, training, and legal requirements (e.g., Child Protective Services and state police background checks) for entry into these careers
• identifying ways to obtain the required education or training
• explaining ways to gain experience in the field.

Teacher Resources:

• CTE Trailblazers
• Occupational Outlook Handbook,S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
• The National Career Clusters® Framework, Advance CTE
• Virginia Education Wizard
• The Virginia Office of Education Economics, Virginia Economic Development Partnership

Process/Skill Questions: 

Thinking

• What levels of education and training are required for various careers related to child development and parenting?
• What opportunities for the necessary education and training are available now?
• What opportunities are expected to be available in the future?
• What are the benefits of national certification in this field?

Communication

• What resources can one use to gain access to training requirements and opportunities?
• What questions should one ask to evaluate education and training opportunities?
• What are some alternative ways to obtain education and training in child development and parenting-related careers?

Leadership

• What leadership qualities are needed to take advantage of education and training opportunities?
• How can one balance education and training with family responsibilities?

Management

• What personal factors affect choices of education and training opportunities?
• What resources are available to assist in obtaining the education and training needed for career success?