This course is designed for early childhood professionals to demonstrate their competency in identifying the effects of environments and relationships on the development and learning of young children. Key competencies covered include in health, safety, and wellness; interactions, relationships, and environments; family and community relationships: and the demonstration of professionalism in relation to supporting healthy development. This course is covers the following Gateways to Opportunities Early Childhood Education Credential Competencies: HSW1, HSW2, IRE1, IRE1, FCR1, PPD1. NOTE: This course is only open to students in the ECE Competency-Based program.