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In this 3-part module series, FCC's will learn how to create policies and a contract, update their policies, and use their parent handbook in everyday operations. Participants will leave the class with an increased understanding of the true scope of their parent handbook and the confidence to use it.

7.1 Maintains procedures and systems that adhere to all applicable federal law,
state, and local regulatory requirements and quality standards
7.1 b. Has written policies and procedures for reporting child abuse and neglect that comply with federal, state, and
local laws
7.1 c. Has written policies and procedures that protect the rights of children and staff involved in child abuse and
neglect cases
7.1 d. Establishes and implements policies and procedures to ensure confidentiality of child, family, and staff
information
7.2 Develops, implements, and revises management policies and procedures
7.2 c. Has written policies and procedures for how the program prepares for new families, orients and welcomes new
families, and supports family involvement in all aspects of the program
7.5 Implements policies and procedures that support partnerships with families
and respects their diverse needs and culture
7.5 a. Shares program philosophy, mission, and services with staff, families, and the community and encourages staff
to do the same
7.5 b. Establishes policies and practices that facilitate respectful and reciprocal relationships with families and
recognizes each family’s role as their child’s lifelong teacher
7.5 c. Establishes policies and practices that are respectful and accepting of diverse families and situations and
ensures services are individualized to meet the needs and strengths of each participating family
7.5 d. Ensures that the program communicates parents’ rights in a format and language that is most comfortable for
families

Module 1: Creating Your Parent Handbook
Module 2: Updating Your Parent Handbook
Module 3: Applying Your Parent Handbook

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