This course aims to illustrate the appropriate way of communicating with children. It starts by defining the communication cycle, verbal and nonverbal communication. Following that, you will comprehend the different methods of communication. Various reasons for communication will be explained, as well as communication barriers and their appropriate solutions. The course will also cover the communication barrier specific to children.

The following section is related to effective communication methods with children. First, you will learn about factors that affect communication reactions. You will find the right way to speak with family, friends and other professionals. The value of relationships, listening to children and young people, and challenges and ways to facilitate effective communication will be discussed. Also, you will study the factors that may hamper communication with very young children and techniques for overcoming them.

The course then describes the role of services that assist effective communication. Active listening, the rules for sharing information with relevant agencies and conflict-solving will be highlighted. Next, the significance of building a relationship and the distinctions between privacy, confidentiality, and trust will be addressed. The final section discusses the childcare setting support in communication. Sign up for this course now to learn how to communicate with children successfully.