SAMPLE CURRICULUM

Nanny Refresher Course

1. Roles and responsibilities of a Nanny
2. Newborn Care
Newborns characteristics
Newborn behaviors
Newborn holding Techniques
Feeding and burping techniques
Swaddling
Newborn bath
Sponge bath
Tub bath
Dressing up Newborn
Understanding Newborn Health
Umbilical cord care
Penis care
Acid reflux
Thrush
Immunizations
Warning signs to be aware of
Diaper changing and hygiene
Reasons for fussiness
Crying patterns
Colic & support
Newborn sleep
SUID's
Safe sleep guidelines
Newborn safety
Car safety
Outdoor safety
3. Infant Care
Understanding Infants and their needs
Feeding
Bottle feeding
Solid feeding guidelines
Recipes for infants
Bathing
Diaper changing
Dressing infants
Soothing a crying infant
Sleep and safe sleeping practices
Child development
Physical
Cognitive
Language
Social
How to help build routines for infants
Sleep routines
Care routines
Age-Appropriate play activities for infants
4. Toddler Care
Toddler milestones
Understanding toddlers and their needs
Food and nutrition
Feeding guidelines
Healthy food options
Bathing
Diaper changing
Dessing
Soothing a crying toddler
Toddlers sleep
How to help build routines for toddlers
Age-Appropriate play activities for toddlers
5. Basic Safety Guidelines
Safety inspection checklist
Playground Safety and Supervision
First aid and emergency response cards
6. Communication and Professionalism
Effective communication skills
Setting boundaries and expectations
How to separate personal emotions/opinions while supporting a family
Maintaining professionalism in the workplace
Handling difficult situations
Interview, right fit and next steps
How to practice self care
Business support documents