What's included
1 live meeting
35 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
1. Introduction Welcome and Overview: Briefly introduce the topic and outline the lesson objectives. Icebreaker Activity: Ask participants to share any experiences they have had with child life specialists or similar professionals, if any. 2. Discussion: What is a Certified Child Life Specialist? Definition and Role: Explain what a CCLS is, including their certification process and areas of expertise. Key Responsibilities: Describe their main tasks, such as providing emotional support, using therapeutic play, and educating families about medical procedures. Settings of Practice: Discuss where CCLSs work, including hospitals, outpatient clinics, schools, and community settings. 3. Case Study Case Study Discussion: Present a brief case study illustrating a typical scenario where a CCLS provides support. Highlight the strategies used and the outcomes achieved. 4. Interactive Discussion and Q&A Discussion: Engage participants in a discussion about the video and case study. Ask questions such as: What strategies did you notice the CCLS using? How did the CCLS’s support impact the child and family? Q&A: Allow participants to ask any questions they have about the role and work of CCLSs. 5. Wrap-Up and Reflection Summary: Recap the main points of the lesson, emphasizing the importance of CCLSs in supporting children and families.
Learning Goals
Students will understand the role of a CCLS
Students will know the steps to becoming a CCLS
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Live One-Time Class
$10
per classMeets once
35 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
2-11 learners per class