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- [FCCT course Module 04: Taking Care of Business](https://fcct.ca/product/fcct-course-module-4/) - Running a home child care business means managing both caregiving and finances. This module helps you approach your role as both a provider and a business owner — with smart strategies to protect your income, budget effectively, and plan for your future with confidence. This module will take approximately 2 hours to complete. Upon successful
- [FCCT course Module 03: Health and Wellness](https://fcct.ca/product/fcct-course-module-3/) - As a home child care provider, you are responsible not only for the development of children but also for ensuring their health and safety every single day. This module equips you with essential knowledge in child wellness, nutrition, hygiene, abuse awareness, and self-care — because your well-being matters too. This module will take approximately 3
- [FCCT course Module 02: Your Child Care Home](https://fcct.ca/product/fcct-course-module-2/) - Home child care providers face unique challenges — you're not just running a business, you're doing it in the same space where you live and raise your own family. This module will help you prepare for that reality with practical strategies, safety considerations, and time management tools. This module will take approximately 3 hours to
- [FCCT course Module 06: Guiding Behaviours](https://fcct.ca/product/fcct-course-module-6/) - Inappropriate or challenging behaviors are a normal part of child development — especially as children learn to express emotions, interact with others, and test boundaries. This module will help you understand why behaviors happen, and equip you with practical, respectful strategies to guide children in positive and developmentally appropriate ways. This module will take approximately
- [FCCT course Module 05: Child Development](https://fcct.ca/product/fcct-course-module-5/) - Children grow and learn in stages — physically, socially, emotionally, and cognitively. As a home child care provider, it's essential to understand these stages so you can support each child’s unique development. This module will help you recognize typical patterns, identify when something may be outside the norm, and adapt your care practices to meet
- [FCCT course Module 07: Diversity and Inclusion in Home Child Care](https://fcct.ca/product/fcct-course-module-7/) - Creating a welcoming and inclusive environment means recognizing and respecting the unique identities, backgrounds, and abilities of every child and family you serve. This module explores how self-awareness, communication, and inclusive practices come together to build a child care program that is not only diverse, but actively inclusive and equitable. This module will take approximately
- [FCCT course Module 08: Building and Maintaining Relationships](https://fcct.ca/product/fcct-course-module-8/) - Strong, respectful relationships are the foundation of quality family child care. This module explores how to build trust and connection with both children and families, maintain professional boundaries, and engage with your broader community. These skills not only enhance daily care but also foster a supportive and resilient network around your program. This module will
- [FCCT course Module 10: Professionalism and Ethics](https://fcct.ca/product/fcct-course-module-10/) - Family child care providers make decisions every day that affect the well-being of children and families. A clear understanding of ethical principles and children’s rights helps guide those decisions with fairness, integrity, and respect. In this module, you’ll explore your professional Code of Ethics, learn to navigate ethical dilemmas, and commit to upholding the United
- [FCCT course Module 09: Reflective Practice](https://fcct.ca/product/fcct-course-module-9/) - High-quality child care isn’t just about routines, safety, and activities — it’s also about being intentional, aware, and open to growth. Reflective practice helps you make better decisions, deepen your relationships, and improve your daily experiences as a child care provider. This module introduces you to what reflective practice is, why it matters, and how
- [FCCT course Modules 1 - 10](https://fcct.ca/product/fcct-course/) - This online training provides a professional development opportunity for individuals who are considering starting a home child care, as well existing providers. The course has 10 modules which can be completed sequentially at the learner’s own pace. Course access is available for six months after you register. Each module is expected to take about 1.5

## Modules

- [Course Complete - 1 through 10](https://fcct.ca/courses/course-complete/) - Here is some verbiage we should put in to allow people who have done 1-10 to download their unique cert.
- [A Children’s Rights-based Approach to Early Learning and Child Care](https://fcct.ca/courses/childrens-rights-based-approach-elcc/) - Thank you for completing the Family Child Care Training course. As a bonus, we offer you to choose any or all of the webinar recordings now available. After viewing the recording and successfully answering a short quiz, you will earn additional professional development certificates. In this webinar, passionate children’s rights advocates Dr. Emmie Henderson-Dekort, and
- [Improving Environmental Health and Sustainability in Home Child Care](https://fcct.ca/courses/improving-environmental-health-and-sustainability-in-home-child-care/) - Thank you for completing the Family Child Care Training course. As a bonus, we offer you to choose any or all of the webinar recordings now available. After viewing the recording and successfully answering a short quiz, you will earn additional professional development certificates. CCCF is proud to partner with CPCHE to provide this webinar
- [Rethinking Naptime](https://fcct.ca/courses/rethinking-naptime/) - Thank you for completing the Family Child Care Training course. As a bonus, we offer you to choose any or all of the webinar recordings now available. After viewing the recording and successfully answering a short quiz, you will earn additional professional development certificates. Does nap-time in your child care program stress you out? Getting
- [Module 02 - Your Child Care Home](https://fcct.ca/courses/your-child-care-home/) - A high-quality home child care environment is safe and comfortable and meets children's physical and developmental needs. No matter the size of the home child care, they all have one thing in common. They are welcoming spaces for children and families. The space and time are organised to be effective and enjoyable for the children,
- [Module 06 - Guiding Behaviours](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-6-guiding-behaviours/) - Guiding behaviours is not about discipline or punishment. It is about helping children develop the principles, attitudes and skills required to become competent, caring, confident and responsible people. The critically important process of guiding children starts at birth. Infants who learn that the world is a safe place where their needs will be met, and
- [Module 07 - Diversity and Inclusion in Home Child Care](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-7-diversity-and-inclusion-in-home-child-care/) - One of the fundamental keys to a happy and successful family child care home is ensuring that every child, regardless of culture, religion, ability, family lifestyle or general background, feels included. This work can be challenging because each child will come with their own particular story to be understood and respected. We should reflect on
- [Module 08 - Building and Maintaining Relationships](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-8-building-and-maintaining-relationships/) - A good partnership depends on having a positive, respectful relationship where people work together towards a common goal. A good relationship requires that individuals treat each other as they wish to be treated. Relationships with parents can sometimes be complicated. Ideally, you will interact, discuss and encourage each other as partners in the healthy development
- [Module 09 - Reflective Practice](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-9-reflective-practice/) - Reflective practice involves examining yourself, your environment and those with whom you live and work. It teaches the value of using reflection regularly. Throughout your career as a home child care provider, there will be times when you will have to take a step back and look at how things are going. Remember that your sense
- [Module 10 - Professionalism and Ethics](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-10-professionalism-and-ethics/) - Ethics are of the utmost importance in the childcare profession. As a home child care provider, you work alone with children, one of the most vulnerable groups of society, to meet their basic needs, nurture their development and spend the majority of their waking hours with them. Being professional and making good ethical decisions is
- [Module 03 - Health and Wellness](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/) - As a home child care provider, taking care of the needs of others comes naturally. Remembering to take care of your own needs takes work. You must take care of your personal needs. Without YOU, your home child care cannot continue. Only when you are at your best can you provide the best possible care
- [Module 04 - Taking Care of Business](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-4-taking-care-of-business/) - The Basics It’s time to take a look at your home child care from the perspective of a business person. Home child care providers often find the business side of operating very stressful. By doing a little bit of homework, a great deal of stress can be alleviated. Your knowledge of budgeting and financial planning
- [Module 05 - Child Development](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-5-child-development/) - The Basics Instincts, experience and a nurturing nature will guide you in caring for children, but high quality child care also depends on your knowledge of how children grow and develop. We continue to learn and develop throughout our lifetimes, but it is in infancy and childhood that we experience the most rapid rate of
- [Module 01 - Course Introduction](https://fcct.ca/courses/course-introduction/) - Welcome to the course. This course was designed for individuals who are currently, or who are interested in becoming providers of family child care. If you have little or no experience, this course is for you. If you are an experienced provider, this course is a fit for you too. It's a great opportunity to
- [Digital Course Ebook - Quizzes](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-quiz-only/)

## Lessons

- [Completion](https://fcct.ca/courses/course-complete/lessons/completion/) - Click to complete and get your certificate
- [Video Lesson](https://fcct.ca/courses/rethinking-naptime/lessons/rethinking-naptime-video/)
- [Improving Environmental Health and Sustainability in Home Child Care - Video Lesson](https://fcct.ca/courses/improving-environmental-health-and-sustainability-in-home-child-care/lessons/improving-env-health-video/)
- [A Children’s Rights-based Approach to Early Learning and Child Care - Video Lesson](https://fcct.ca/courses/childrens-rights-based-approach-elcc/lessons/childrens-rights-based-approach-video/)
- [Community Relationships](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-8-building-and-maintaining-relationships/lessons/community-relationships/) - Every community offers resources to aid you in your work and to provide children with wonderful opportunities to grow, develop and learn. As you are interacting with other members of the community, you are demonstrating how to have positive relationships. The work of a family child care provider is rewarding, but it can be isolating.
- [Conclusion](https://fcct.ca/courses/course-introduction/lessons/conclusion/) - You are now familiar with the basics of this course. You know how to navigate the technology and complete the assignments and quizzes. You have a good idea of what skills and attributes you need to become a home child care provider and if it’s the right career for you. If required, you know how
- [Other Business Essentials](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-4-taking-care-of-business/lessons/other-business-essentials/) - Other than contracts and financial records, there are still a few other basics that you should be aware of to ensure that your business runs smoothly and successfully. Some of these have been covered in the Intro to Home Child Care e-book, and are also covered in other parts of this course. In this lesson,
- [Conclusion](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-10-professionalism-and-ethics/lessons/conclusion-9/) - Home child care providers, due to the intimacy of their relationship with families and the potential to do harm, must commit to following the highest standards of practice. You are familiar with the Code of Ethics and the UN Convention on the Rights of Children. You know how to use the principles of the code
- [Conclusion](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-9-reflective-practice/lessons/conclusion-8/) - By engaging in self-reflection, you learned more about yourself and are more aware of the effects of your actions, attitudes and beliefs on your home child care environment. You used the self-reflection tool to answer questions on: caring for children, partnering with families, partnering with colleagues, professionalism and home child care operations. You’ve analyzed your
- [Conclusion](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-8-building-and-maintaining-relationships/lessons/conclusion-7/) - A positive, respectful relationship will go far in establishing a partnership with parents in caring for their children. You have learned how to identify environmental characteristics and personal actions that promote relationship-building with parents and children, including a welcoming atmosphere, clear expectations, incorporating children’s interests and backgrounds and ensuring every child feels welcome. You know
- [Conclusion](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-4-taking-care-of-business/lessons/conclusion-3/) - Your child care home is a business. Like any successful business person, you need to have the skills and resources to run a business. You have learned how to create contracts that protect your income and develop a budget that will cover expenses, now and in the future. You have been introduced to licensing and
- [Conclusion](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/conclusion-2/) - It all starts and ends with you, the home child care provider. You know the essentials of self-care and its importance, not only for you but also for the children, your family and anyone who relies on you. You have the knowledge to care for your physical and emotional well-being and set goals to track
- [Conclusion](https://fcct.ca/courses/your-child-care-home/lessons/m2-conclusion/) - You have learned how being a home child care provider can impact you and your family. You have identified the challenges of working alone and combining child care and your family. You are ready to meet the challenge of setting up safe indoor and outdoor environments for the children in your care that also work
- [Conclusion](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-7-diversity-and-inclusion-in-home-child-care/lessons/conclusion-6/) - Every child in your care deserves to feel included regardless of their culture, religion, ability, family lifestyle or general background. Through self-reflection, you have examined your beliefs and practices and identified areas where you may want to make changes to ensure that diversity and inclusion are part of your program. You can communicate effectively with
- [Conclusion](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-5-child-development/lessons/conclusion-4/) - Your knowledge of child development provides you with a greater awareness and understanding of your role as a home child care provider. You have reviewed the stages of development of children and understand the importance of recognizing and supporting each child’s pace of development. You understand the importance of attachment and you know how to
- [Conclusion](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-6-guiding-behaviours/lessons/conclusion-5/) - Many factors influence children’s behaviour. You can identify many of these factors and use observation to determine which factors might be influencing any particular behaviour of a child. You understand that inappropriate behaviours are a normal part of children’s development. You have learned several guidance techniques that can help manage behaviour. In your practice, you
- [Children’s Basic Needs](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/childrens-basic-needs/) - In this lesson, you will learn how to satisfy children’s essential health needs to provide healthy home child care. This will benefit the health and well-being of everyone concerned. High-quality childcare promotes cognitive development and well-being by providing stimulating learning experiences, such as reading books, engaging in interactive play with other children of various
- [Infants](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-5-child-development/lessons/infants/) - In this lesson you will learn about promoting attachment, infant development in four areas: physical, cognitive, social/emotional and language. You will also learn some activities suitable for infants, and what to do if you have concerns about their development.
- [Rights Based Caring](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-10-professionalism-and-ethics/lessons/rights-based-caring/) - All people, adults and children alike, are entitled to human rights. These allow us to live in dignity as human beings. Children must depend on adults to protect their human rights, as they cannot do it for themselves. A document was created through the United Nations outlining the specific rights of children. This lesson introduces
- [Ethical Dilemmas](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-10-professionalism-and-ethics/lessons/ethical-dilemmas/) - In this lesson, we will identify what an ethical dilemma is, and look at an example. We will then introduce an 8 step process that you can use to solve ethical dilemmas.
- [Code of Ethics](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-10-professionalism-and-ethics/lessons/code-of-ethics/) - Home child care providers accept the ethical obligation to understand and work effectively with children in the family culture and community context. Professionalism creates additional ethical commitments to colleagues and to the profession. This lesson introduces the ten principles in the Code of Ethics.
- [Communities of Practice](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-9-reflective-practice/lessons/communities-of-practice/) - Reflective practice involves a great deal of self-reflection, but sometimes, you will want to invite someone to share their perspective and knowledge with you. This lesson is about communities of practice and how they can support your reflective practice.
- [Setting Goals](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-9-reflective-practice/lessons/setting-goals/) - Reflective practice helps you choose your goals. This lesson discusses setting attainable goals and six rules to achieve them.
- [Taking Action](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-9-reflective-practice/lessons/taking-action/) - In the last lesson, you completed a questionnaire that gave you an in-depth look into your practice. This exercise is only useful if you follow up by analyzing your responses, create a list of any issues you found, and make a plan to address them.
- [Reflecting on Your Practice](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-9-reflective-practice/lessons/reflecting-on-your-practice/) - In the previous lesson, you were introduced to self-reflection as a tool. In this lesson, you will learn reasons for using self-reflection and complete a more in-depth questionnaire.
- [Laying the Foundation](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-9-reflective-practice/lessons/laying-the-foundation/) - In reflective practice, you take the time to examine your work within your family child care home. Are you fulfilled and challenged? What would you change? Even those who are happy and satisfied can stumble at times. The process of reflection can help you through those challenges by helping you identify where the stumbling blocks
- [Boundaries](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-8-building-and-maintaining-relationships/lessons/boundaries/) - Boundaries are used to help you work within the limits of your abilities. In this lesson, we discuss the value of setting boundaries, learning to say no and balancing your work and family responsibilities.
- [Confidentiality](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-8-building-and-maintaining-relationships/lessons/confidentiality/) - As a home child care provider, you will have access to and have records containing sensitive information about the children and their families. You may also be aware of private family issues that impact the child in your care. Confidentiality is a crucial aspect of home child care. It ensures that sensitive information regarding the
- [Mutual Trust, Respect, Empathy](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-8-building-and-maintaining-relationships/lessons/mutual-trust-respect-empathy/) - You spend a great deal of time encouraging cooperative and positive relationships among the children in your care. Those same skills, attitudes, behaviours and qualities are essential in building your relationship with parents. In this lesson, you will learn the importance of trust, respect and empathy and how to demonstrate them in your program.
- [Communication](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-8-building-and-maintaining-relationships/lessons/communication/) - Relationships can only be built and maintained with good communication. In this lesson, you will learn how listening is the key to communication. You will read about understanding the parent's perspective. You will learn about making the time and space for communicating with the children's parents and the messages that body language and non-verbal communication
- [Children with Disabilities](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-7-diversity-and-inclusion-in-home-child-care/lessons/children-with-disabilities/) - Inclusion is a process of creating an environment where neurodivergent children and children with disabilities can learn and interact with their peers of varied abilities. Inclusive child care environments promote and encourage acceptance and participation. Difference is valued, and the rights of all children are respected. In this lesson we will discuss strategies and considerations
- [Diversity in Home Child Care](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-7-diversity-and-inclusion-in-home-child-care/lessons/diversity-in-home-child-care/) - In this lesson, you will learn about using self-reflection as a tool to help make your home child care more inclusive. You learn how to get to know your families and some ways to create diversity in your home child care and make all children feel welcome and included.
- [Challenging Behaviours](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-6-guiding-behaviours/lessons/challenging-behaviours/) - Challenging behaviour is any behaviour that interferes with children's learning, development and success at play; any behaviour that harms the child, other children or adults; or any behaviour that puts the child at high risk for later social problems or school failure. This lesson will explore ways of handling or preventing challenging behaviour. Rather than
- [Guidance Techniques](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-6-guiding-behaviours/lessons/guidance-techniques/) - Guidance techniques will help you prevent or reduce the occurrence of challenging behaviours. In this lesson, you will learn about promoting positive behaviour and discover some tools that you can use to guide the behaviour of children in your care.
- [Influences on Behaviour](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-6-guiding-behaviours/lessons/influences-on-behaviour/) - Working with a child whose behaviour is challenging can test all your knowledge, experience and skills, seriously damaging your confidence and satisfaction with work. Many factors may cause or increase a child's risk of developing challenging behaviour. This lesson will teach you about the many factors influencing children’s behaviour. You will explore each of these
- [Screen Time](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-5-child-development/lessons/screen-time/) - The Canadian Paediatric Society has recommended guidelines regarding how much time children should spend viewing a screen. Viewing a screen includes watching television, viewing tablets or cell phones. This lesson goes over these recommendations as they relate to different age groups.
- [School-Age Children](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-5-child-development/lessons/school-agers/) - School-age children build on the important developments of the early years of life and seem to settle down to a steadier pace of growing and learning. While school-agers are continuing the development processes started in earlier years, they have their own set of issues and needs. In this lesson, you will learn about the development
- [Preschoolers](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-5-child-development/lessons/preschoolers/) - Preschoolers are busy making developmental strides as they express their great interest in the world around them. They want to experience things and "test things out" for themselves by touching, tasting, smelling and hearing, and they are eager to learn. They learn from their play and by experiencing and doing. In caring for preschoolers, your
- [Toddlers](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-5-child-development/lessons/toddlers/) - The toddler state is a very important one in a child's life. The time between infancy and childhood is when everything that happens to a child is meaningful; every new skill is a developmental milestone. In this lesson, you will learn about toddler development and discover some activities you can do with toddlers. You will
- [Budgeting](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-4-taking-care-of-business/lessons/budgeting/) - Creating a budget to manage your family's finances and your child care business is essential to your home child care business. You must consider not only the current expenses but plan for future expenses as well.
- [Contracts](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-4-taking-care-of-business/lessons/contracts/) - In this lesson you will consider factors that affect your income and learn about creating a contract to help provide a more stable income.
- [Child Abuse Awareness](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/child-abuse-awareness/) - The sad reality is that you may provide care for a child who is being or has been abused. It is important to be aware of signs and symptoms of child abuse and understand your obligations to report suspected abuse or neglect.
- [Health  Policies](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/health-policies/) - This lesson will explore the information that should be included in your health policies. You will learn about preparing for illnesses or injuries in child care and the signs and symptoms that should exclude a child from child care. You will also learn about policies that support mental health.
- [Allergies and Intolerances](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/allergies-and-intolerances/) - In this lesson we will discuss food intolerances, food allergies and anaphylaxis shock.
- [Providing Healthy Meals and Snacks](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/providing-healthy-meals-and-snacks/) - Nutritious meals and snacks are a vital component of healthy child care. This lesson will teach you about providing healthy meals and communicating with parents about children’s dietary needs and preferences.
- [Care for the Caregiver](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/care-for-the-caregiver/) - This lesson concerns the most essential component of your home child care - YOU! Providing child care is physically and emotionally demanding work that creates as much, sometimes more, stress than other forms of employment. Before you can meet the needs of the children in your care and your own family, you have to take
- [Safety](https://fcct.ca/courses/your-child-care-home/lessons/safety/) - In this lesson, you are reminded that one of your most important responsibilities as a caregiver is to ensure that the environment you provide for children is safe. Whether in your home, at the park or in your yard, providing for the children’s safety will be your responsibility. Your constant attention and awareness are most
- [Planning & Scheduling](https://fcct.ca/courses/your-child-care-home/lessons/planning-scheduling/) - Planning and scheduling help you be efficient and intentional with your time. To accomplish all that you have to do in a day and still have time for yourself, you will have to manage your schedule efficiently. This lesson is about recognizing how you spend your time and learning how to use it most effectively.
- [Working From Home](https://fcct.ca/courses/your-child-care-home/lessons/working-from-home/) - In this lesson, you will learn about the challenges and benefits of home child care. You will become aware of the impact home child care can have on your family and review some strategies to meet your family's needs.
- [A Place For Play](https://fcct.ca/courses/your-child-care-home/lessons/a-place-for-play/) - Children will play regardless of the environment or circumstances they are in. This lesson will discuss how children’s play is supported by providing a well-planned space, materials, toys, and an attentive and knowledgeable home child care provider. You will learn how the learning, growth and development through play can be maximized.
- [Successful Learning Strategies](https://fcct.ca/courses/course-introduction/lessons/successful-learning-strategies/) - In this lesson, we help you set up a plan for successfully completing this course and encourage you to become a lifelong learner.
- [Prerequisites of Caring](https://fcct.ca/courses/course-introduction/lessons/prerequisites-of-caring/) - In this lesson, we look back at the contents of the ebook “Intro to Home Child Care.” We examine what it takes to become a home child care provider and ask, “Do I want to be a home child care provider?
- [Navigating the Technology](https://fcct.ca/courses/course-introduction/lessons/navigating-the-technology/) - In this lesson, we introduce you to the course arrangement, discuss how to navigate the technology, complete quizzes and assignments and where to get help. We will also introduce you to the vocabulary used in the course. For those of you who have taken online courses before, it will probably be familiar. For those of
- [A Welcoming Atmosphere](https://fcct.ca/lessons/a-welcoming-atmosphere/) - The quality of child care you provide strongly depends on the quality of your relationship with the children and families in your care. In this lesson, you will learn the importance of communication, trust, respect and empathy. You will learn how confidentiality is important. We will discuss how to set clear expectations for parents to
- [Developing a Budget](https://fcct.ca/lessons/developing-a-budget/)
- [Summary](https://fcct.ca/lessons/summary/)
- [Physical Well-being](https://fcct.ca/lessons/physical-well-being/)
- [Environments that Support Play](https://fcct.ca/lessons/environments-that-support-play/)
- [Tips and Tricks for Successful Online Learning](https://fcct.ca/lessons/tips-and-tricks-for-successful-online-learning/)

## Topics

- [Module 4 Resources](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-4-taking-care-of-business/lessons/conclusion-3/topics/module-4-taking-care-of-business-resources-references/) - Please enjoy these resources as supplemental to your learning. They are not required reading for the course. Websites: Revenue Canada The Canadian Consumer Handbook Credit Counselling Canada The Canadian Bank Association's Financial Literacy Childhood Connections Family Child Care Business Manual PDF Documents: Creating Effective Contracts Promoting Your Home Child Care Business
- [Module 10 Assignment](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-10-professionalism-and-ethics/lessons/conclusion-9/topics/module-10-assignment-quiz/) - Your assignment for this module has two parts. Part 1 is to to to the Community of Practice and respond with respect and empathy, to two posts from your peers. Part 2 is to answer 1 of these questions, and post your answer to the Community of Practice: Choose one principle from the Code of
- [Module 10 Survey](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-10-professionalism-and-ethics/lessons/conclusion-9/topics/module-10-survey/) - It is with immense pride and joy that we congratulate you on completing, the Family Child Care Training course. Your dedication and effort throughout this journey have been truly commendable. As you reflect on your achievements, we invite you to share your valuable insights in a concluding survey, helping us enhance our courses for future
- [Eight Step Process](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-10-professionalism-and-ethics/lessons/ethical-dilemmas/topics/eight-step-process/) - Applying the Code of Ethics: Below is an eight-step guide to working through situations as they present themselves. In the beginning, it is helpful to document the process. Set aside some time and work through each step. Ethical dilemmas require time to be worked through to develop the best possible solution or decision for all
- [Advocacy](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-10-professionalism-and-ethics/lessons/code-of-ethics/topics/advocacy/) - Child care providers advocate that our profession is vital to establishing healthy resilient communities. Home child care providers play a crucial role in the development of children in their care. However, their profession often goes unrecognized and undervalued. As such, it is important for you to advocate for your profession in order for home child
- [Integrity and Respect](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-10-professionalism-and-ethics/lessons/code-of-ethics/topics/integrity-and-respect/) - Child Care Providers demonstrate integrity and respect in our professional relationships. Child care providers are truthful and honest. When you communicate, ensure you are straightforward with children, parents and peers in the field. Encourage openness on their behalf as well. Treat information about children, families and colleagues as confidential. Sharing this information with other colleagues
- [Building Respect](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-8-building-and-maintaining-relationships/lessons/mutual-trust-respect-empathy/topics/building-respect/) - Learning to accept and respect each other’s positions, views, lifestyles, and practices does not necessarily mean sharing those views or engaging in those practices. It means understanding and celebrating that our differences make the world a rich and wonderful place. Others often mirror our behaviours and attitudes. When you demonstrate respect to and for others
- [Body Language and Nonverbal Communication](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-8-building-and-maintaining-relationships/lessons/communication/topics/body-language-and-nonverbal-communication/) - Relationships are built on communication, and that communication is more than just spoken words. When working with children, you notice and interpret many of their actions as communication. If they rub their eyes, you might assume they are tired. If they are playing with their hair, they might be bored or nervous. As your relationship
- [Infants and Toddlers](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-5-child-development/lessons/screen-time/topics/infants-and-toddlers/) - The Canadian Paediatric Society, in a position statement for screen exposure recommends that children under the age of two have zero time in front of a screen. The guideline for toddlers is less than one hour per day, and that screen time should be with an adult. Infants and toddlers who spend too much time
- [Developing a Budget](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-4-taking-care-of-business/lessons/budgeting/topics/developing-a-budget/) - The following section on budgeting was taken from Managing Money, A Guide to Budgeting, Credit Use, and Avoiding Money Mishaps, Canadian Bankers Association, 2002 Know Your Values Usually, we spend money on what is important to us. Is it important to you to have savings for a home, a vehicle or an education? Is it
- [Signs and Symptoms for Exclusion](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/health-policies/topics/signs-and-symptoms-for-exclusion/) - Taken from Preventing Illness in a Child Care Setting: Parents should be advised to keep their child at home or to seek alternate care arrangements for the following conditions: Pain - any complaints of unexplained or undiagnosed pain. A common cold with listlessness, runny nose and eyes, coughing and sore throat. Once the child’s temperature,
- [Good Hygiene](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/childrens-basic-needs/topics/good-hygiene/) - Children’s immune systems are not yet fully developed, and they have increased exposure to a more significant number of infections because of their close interactions with other children. Infants and toddlers spread germs through their close contact with each other, mouthing and sharing toys, and crawling around on the floor in diapers. Preschoolers may not
- [Module 2 Assignment](https://fcct.ca/courses/your-child-care-home/lessons/m2-conclusion/topics/module-2-assignment-quiz/) - Assignment: Your assignment for this module has two parts. Part 1 is to go to the Community of Practice and respond with respect and empathy, to two posts from your peers. Part 2 is to answer 1 of these questions and post your answer to the Community of Practice: Share one challenge and one benefit
- [Environments that Support Play](https://fcct.ca/courses/your-child-care-home/lessons/a-place-for-play/topics/environments-that-support-play/) - A good play environment involves space, materials and your ongoing support. These elements provide a solid framework for the play that takes place. Space for play should be safe and clean, appealing and cheerful, arranged for easy access to the toys, equipment and materials, and provide for various play activities. Play materials and toys should
- [Convention on the Rights of the Child](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-10-professionalism-and-ethics/lessons/rights-based-caring/topics/convention-on-the-rights-of-the-child/) - The Convention on the Rights of the Child recognizes that children are entitled to special care and assistance from their governments, families, care providers and communities as a whole. By ratifying this Convention in 1991, Canada made a commitment to ensure that all children are treated with dignity and respect. This includes safeguarding the right
- [Preparing to Enroll a Child with Disabilities](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-7-diversity-and-inclusion-in-home-child-care/lessons/children-with-disabilities/topics/preparing-to-enroll-a-child-with-disabilities/) - When enrolling a child with disabilities, you must consider many variables, all dependent on this particular child's needs. Work it out beforehand instead of going into an arrangement with mixed feelings. Under the right circumstances, caring for a child with a disability can be rewarding and provide a learning opportunity for both you and the
- [Module 6 Resources](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-6-guiding-behaviours/lessons/conclusion-5/topics/module-6-guiding-behaviours-resources-references/) - Please feel free to explore these resources for Module 6 but know that they are not required reading for the course. Websites: Canadian Paediatric Society's Caring for Kids Kids Are Worth It CCCF's Strategies for Dealing with Challenging Behaviours CCCF's Encouraging Positive Behaviour CCCF's Tips for Parenting Children with Challenging Behaviour CCCF's Challenging Child Behaviours
- [Promoting Positive Behaviour](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-6-guiding-behaviours/lessons/guidance-techniques/topics/promoting-positive-behaviour/) - Not every day will go as smoothly as you would like it to. Some days, you will face challenging behaviours from the children. You can set the stage for positive behaviour through the following: Teach children to show respect by treating them with respect. Establish simple house rules in clear language; perhaps: 1) You may
- [Child Care Providers](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-6-guiding-behaviours/lessons/influences-on-behaviour/topics/child-care-providers/) - Children’s earliest teachers and role models are their parents and caregivers. Our behaviour, which we control, has a significant influence over how a child behaviours. The beliefs, cultural practices, attitudes, behaviours and responses of the child’s caregivers will profoundly influence how they develop. The attitudes and behaviours we learned as children from the adults who
- [Module 5 Resources](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-5-child-development/lessons/conclusion-4/topics/module-5-child-development-resources-references/) - Here are your resources for Module 5. Remember that they are not required, but are here to supplement your learning. Websites: Encyclopedia of Early Childhood Development CCCF's Early Identification of Children With Special Needs Active for Life Active Play Child and Nature Alliance of Canada Science of Early Child Development PDF Documents: Schema Theory In
- [Professional Development](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-4-taking-care-of-business/lessons/other-business-essentials/topics/professional-development/) - Professional development is a cornerstone of success for family child care providers, offering continuous opportunities for growth, learning, and staying current with best practices in early childhood education. Engaging in ongoing training ensures that providers can provide high-quality care, meet licensing requirements, and adapt to evolving educational standards. Additionally, staying informed about the latest developments
- [Licensing and Regulations](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-4-taking-care-of-business/lessons/other-business-essentials/topics/licensing-and-regulations/) - All children should have equal access to quality care. Quality home-based care is achieved through the establishment of a minimum set of legislated standards that include: expectations regarding age-appropriate programming, developmentally appropriate supervision practices, minimum safety and health standards, regular inspections and mechanisms for enforcement, fair remuneration for Caregivers, access to professional development and training,
- [Anaphylactic Shock](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/allergies-and-intolerances/topics/anaphylactic-shock/) - We strongly recommend that you take first aid training, as required, and that this training includes responding to anaphylaxis. This is a very serious, life-threatening situation that must be managed quickly and effectively. If a child in your care has an allergy that may react with anaphylaxis, you will need to have specific, detailed paperwork,
- [Nutrition](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/childrens-basic-needs/topics/nutrition/) - Good nutrition is vital for all of us. It is essential for children because they are still growing and developing and establishing life-long eating habits. A healthy diet provides the energy and essential nutrients children need to grow, develop and be active. It also creates the children’s sense of taste, acceptance and enjoyment of various
- [Time Outdoors](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/childrens-basic-needs/topics/time-outdoors/) - The outdoors provides a change of scenery, encourages all kinds of physical activities and a place to use those louder outdoor voices. It provides a place to run, climb and play in ways that are not safe or appropriate for most indoor environments. When planning your outdoor play area, think about all the seasons. Think
- [Physical Activity](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/childrens-basic-needs/topics/physical-activity/) - Physical activity The Importance of Active Play in the Early Years Between infancy and early school age, children are developing in countless ways—physically, socially, emotionally and cognitively. Throughout this period, active play is critical. Research has established that active play plays an essential role in children’s physical and psychosocial health. It has been shown
- [Physical Well-being](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/care-for-the-caregiver/topics/physical-well-being/) - Caregiving requires considerable planning, preparation and organization and can leave you feeling too tired or too busy to care for your own health needs. We must meet our own needs to be at our best. Some of the ways we can care for ourselves are listed here: Follow a healthy diet, eating a wide variety
- [Module 10 Resources](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-10-professionalism-and-ethics/lessons/conclusion-9/topics/module-10-professionalism-and-ethics-resources-references/) - Please enjoy exploring the resources for Module 10. They are not required reading to complete the course. Websites: CCCF's Respecting the Children in Our Care CCCF’s Supporting and Encouraging a Child’s Right to Be Heard Canadian Coalition for the Rights of Children Landon Pearson Resource Centre for the Study of Childhood and Children's Rights
- [Module 9 Resources](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-9-reflective-practice/lessons/conclusion-8/topics/module-9-reflective-practice-resources-references/) - Please enjoy these resources for Module 9. You are not required to read them in order to complete the course. Websites: College of ECE’s Reflective Practice and Self-Directed Learning Science of Early Childhood Development PDF Documents: Care for the Caregiver Setting Attainable Goals
- [Module 8 Resources](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-8-building-and-maintaining-relationships/lessons/conclusion-7/topics/module-8-building-and-maintaining-relationships-resources-references/) - Please enjoy exploring these resources for Module 8, but know that you are not required to do so in order to complete the course. Websites: CCCF's Building Partnerships With Families PDF Document: Effective Communication With Parents Conducting Effective Interviews
- [Module 7 Resources](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-7-diversity-and-inclusion-in-home-child-care/lessons/conclusion-6/topics/module-7-diversity-and-inclusion-in-home-child-care-resources-references/) - Please enjoy exploring these valuable resources for Module 7, but know that they are not required to complete the course. Websites: CCCF's Helping Children to Respect and Appreciate Diversity CCCF's Encouraging Indigenous Cultural Identity at Home and in Child Care CCCF's Promoting Indigenous Languages in Early Learning and Child Care Inclusive Child Care Toolkit PDF
- [Module 3 Resources](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/conclusion-2/topics/module-3-health-and-wellness-resources-references/) - As mentioned in the Resources section of previous modules, these resources are not required learning, but valuable supplemental resources. Websites: Canadian Partnership for Children's Health and Environment Boost for Kids The Canadian Institute of Health Research: The Health of Canada's Children and Youth BC Handbook for Action on Child Abuse and Neglect CCCF's Physical Punishment:
- [Module 2 Resources](https://fcct.ca/courses/your-child-care-home/lessons/m2-conclusion/topics/module-2-your-child-care-home-resources-references/) - Welcome to the resources section for Module 2. This is your curated list of online resources to complement your learning experience. While these materials are provided for your benefit, they are not mandatory readings or viewings. Consider them as supplemental resources to enhance your understanding of the module topics. Websites: Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology:
- [Module 1 Resources](https://fcct.ca/courses/course-introduction/lessons/conclusion/topics/module-1-course-introduction-references-and-resources/) - Welcome to the resources section for Module 1. Here, you'll find a curated list of online resources that complement your learning experience. It's important to note that while these materials are provided for your benefit, they are not mandatory readings or viewings. Instead, consider them as supplemental resources to enhance your understanding of the module
- [Terminology](https://fcct.ca/courses/course-introduction/lessons/navigating-the-technology/topics/terminology/) - Throughout this course, the term “home child care” represents home-based child care, family child care and family daycare. The terms “caregiver” and “provider” are used interchangeably. You may also use the term "educator". For gender references , you may see the words “they” or “their” used, and this has been done intentionally to refer to
- [Sample Schedule](https://fcct.ca/courses/your-child-care-home/lessons/planning-scheduling/topics/sample-schedule/) - A sample schedule might look like this: 7:00 a.m - Children arrive and enjoy self-directed play with the toys. Children might eat some breakfast if they arrive early and hungry. The school-age children leave for school. 8:30 a.m. - Group time or provider-directed activity Toys are tidied up, and the children gather and sit together
- [Tips and Tricks for Successful Online Learning](https://fcct.ca/courses/course-introduction/lessons/successful-learning-strategies/topics/tips-and-tricks-for-successful-online-learning/) - To get the most of this learning opportunity, here are some basic steps to follow. Organize and schedule time to work on the course. The course can be completed on various devices (i.e. your laptop, tablet or cell phone), which provides lots of flexibility and convenience when doing your coursework. It’s easy to put things
- [What Does it Take to Be a Caregiver?](https://fcct.ca/courses/course-introduction/lessons/prerequisites-of-caring/topics/what-does-it-take-to-be-a-caregiver/) - Not everyone can be a caregiver. It takes a special person with a special set of skills. Some skills will be ones you were born with, and others will improve with practice. Here are a few skills that will help you in the role of a caregiver: Warmth. You have to like people, both adults
- [Review “Intro to Home Child Care” ebook](https://fcct.ca/courses/course-introduction/lessons/prerequisites-of-caring/topics/review-intro-to-home-child-care-ebook/) - You received a copy of the “Intro to Home Child Care” ebook. That resource provided you with the basics about setting up and organizing your home to work effectively, child safety and types of play. You also learned about setting up routines and meeting children’s needs at different ages and developmental levels, planning and scheduling,
- [Creating an Inclusive Home Child Care Environment](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-7-diversity-and-inclusion-in-home-child-care/lessons/children-with-disabilities/topics/creating-an-inclusive-home-child-care-environment/) - Once you have objectively looked at your space and determined that your space, schedule, and abilities can accommodate a child with a disability, you will want to ensure that you can facilitate inclusive play. Some suggestions are: Ensure every child has maximum mobility throughout the space and full access to all materials (or as much
- [Reflecting on Diversity](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-7-diversity-and-inclusion-in-home-child-care/lessons/diversity-in-home-child-care/topics/reflecting-on-diversity/) - Self-reflection, which you will learn more about in module 9, is a process through which you think about your current practice and see if you want to change. Self-reflection is a tool that can help you make your home more inclusive. As a family child care provider, you must ensure you set an excellent example
- [The Great Outdoors](https://fcct.ca/courses/your-child-care-home/lessons/a-place-for-play/topics/the-great-outdoors/) - Daily outdoor play allows you and the children to breathe fresh air, get some exercise and take a break from the indoor environment. Space for outdoor play is essential, and if you have a very small or no backyard, find parks, fields and other places in the neighbourhood for children to play. Safety is a
- [Challenges and Benefits](https://fcct.ca/courses/your-child-care-home/lessons/working-from-home/topics/challenges-and-benefits/) - One of the ironies in home child care is that many advantages to caregiving can also be disadvantages. Working out of your home, being your own boss, having no commute time, no child care costs and being able to care for your own children are considerable advantages of being a home child care provider. Consider
- [Family Child Care Provider Self-Reflection Tool](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-9-reflective-practice/lessons/reflecting-on-your-practice/topics/family-child-care-provider-self-reflection-tool/) - When using the Self-Reflection Tool for Family Child Care Providers, rate yourself in the same way you did when asking yourself if you were happy with your work: 1. Strongly agree 2. Agree 3. Agree somewhat 4. Don't agree Part I Caring for the Children 1. I protect and promote the psychological and physical safety,
- [Communicating with Parents of Children with Disabilities](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-7-diversity-and-inclusion-in-home-child-care/lessons/children-with-disabilities/topics/communicating-with-parents-of-children-with-disabilities/) - The child’s parents are your best and most handy resources. They are experts about their child. From them, you can learn the details of the kind of care the child receives at home and the level of self-sufficiency she has attained. They can describe their child’s previous child care experiences - what worked and what
- [Including Children with Disabilities](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-7-diversity-and-inclusion-in-home-child-care/lessons/children-with-disabilities/topics/including-children-with-disabilities/) - Extra care must be taken when including a child with special needs in the child care home. The child needs to feel included as part of the group without feeling singled out or targeted due to their disability. Ensure that you can provide a welcoming environment in which the child with disabilities can be successful
- [Finding a Community of Practice](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-9-reflective-practice/lessons/communities-of-practice/topics/finding-a-community-of-practice/) - This course has provided you with an initial community of practice. Look for similar opportunities to engage with peers after you have completed this course. Your provincial child care organization, the Canadian Child Care Federation, or local child care agencies are great places to start. Even the right informal group of peers can help you
- [Six Rules](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-9-reflective-practice/lessons/setting-goals/topics/six-steps/) - There are six rules to setting achievable goals: Make sure the goal is something you really want, not just something that sounds good. Imagine that after completing the self-reflection tool, you decided to look into redesigning your play space. You accessed a number of resources about design, but only some of those were specific to
- [Home Child Care and Your Family](https://fcct.ca/courses/your-child-care-home/lessons/working-from-home/topics/home-child-care-and-your-family/) - Home child care has a significant impact on every member of your household. Even in a well-organized family child care home, there is no question that the toys, equipment, and materials, as well as each child’s personal belongings, take up space. Then there are the people: the children, the parents, home visitors, inspectors or licensing
- [Creating an Environment of Diversity in Your Family Child Care Home](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-7-diversity-and-inclusion-in-home-child-care/lessons/diversity-in-home-child-care/topics/creating-an-environment-of-diversity-in-your-family-child-care-home/) - Once you have created an atmosphere of diversity, you must look at your surroundings. What do the children see that reminds them of their culture? Can the name tags over their coat hooks be written in their first language and in English? Can it smell like a familiar family food once in a while when
- [Do I Want to Be a Home Child Care Provider?](https://fcct.ca/courses/course-introduction/lessons/prerequisites-of-caring/topics/do-i-want-to-be-a-home-child-care-provider/) - The last topic taught some skills needed to be a child care provider. Think carefully and seriously about how home child care will impact your family, home, earnings and yourself. The following questions will help you decide whether this is a good career choice. Ask yourself: Will I enjoy caring for other people’s children for
- [Time Management](https://fcct.ca/courses/your-child-care-home/lessons/planning-scheduling/topics/time-management/) - Determine what you are doing now. Then decide what really has to be done, what can be done by someone else, what doesn’t have to be done as often and what never has to be done at all. Next, look for less time-consuming ways of doing the tasks that you are left with. Finally, consider
- [Outdoor Play Materials](https://fcct.ca/courses/your-child-care-home/lessons/a-place-for-play/topics/outdoor-play-materials/) - A big yard isn’t essential, nor is a large budget for materials. Even in a small outdoor space, with very little money, you can provide some fun outdoor activities. Sand and water are two inexpensive materials that all children enjoy. Purchase two small wading pools - one for sand and the other for water. Use
- [Lifelong Learning](https://fcct.ca/courses/course-introduction/lessons/successful-learning-strategies/topics/lifelong-learning/) - As home child care providers, we hope to instil a love of learning in the children. That learning should continue after they leave us and even after they graduate from school or university. Their learning should be lifelong, and so should ours! Knowledge of child development is constantly changing and growing. You owe it to
- [Protecting Children From Risk](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-6-guiding-behaviours/lessons/challenging-behaviours/topics/protecting-children-from-risk/) - Several factors play a role in the protection of children. It is good to remember that children have built-in resilience. They have ways to cope when faced with adversity. The following factors make it easier for children to handle stress. Without them, the child could resort to challenging behaviour. These factors are: An easy temperament
- [Guidance Tools](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-6-guiding-behaviours/lessons/guidance-techniques/topics/guidance-tools/) - Despite your best efforts there will be occurrences of misbehaviour - they are a very normal part of a child’s development. Positive child guidance requires the use of methods that guide rather than punish. The goal of discipline is to help children build their own self-control, not to have them behave through adult-imposed control. The
- [Infant Development](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-5-child-development/lessons/infants/topics/infant-development/) - Children develop at their own rate. Sometimes they show a lag in one area while they concentrate on acquiring skills in another. The following general guidelines explore physical, cognitive, social/emotional and language development in infants. Children should not be compared to one another. Newborn to Three months Physical Development: Learning to focus eyes Learning to
- [Preschool Development](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-5-child-development/lessons/preschoolers/topics/preschool-development/) - Preschoolers are more independent than toddlers and seek to establish themselves as separate from the adults in their lives. With their greater command of language, they can now express their needs to you more clearly. They may develop fears during the preschool years, and they may test you over and over again. They still need
- [Activities for Toddlers](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-5-child-development/lessons/toddlers/topics/activities-for-toddlers/) - With children of all ages, but especially young children, play is a very important part of their learning, growth and development. Provide lots of opportunities for different kinds of play and participate yourself. Here are some suggestions for activities that toddlers may enjoy: Provide toys for fine motor skills such as blocks, shape sorters, nesting
- [Example of Dilemma](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-10-professionalism-and-ethics/lessons/ethical-dilemmas/topics/example-of-dilemma/) - Imagine this scenario: Amanda is 30 months old. Although she is a happy, active child, she has difficulty with basic self-help skills and does not talk very much. Recently, her mother started talking about toilet training. Amanda’s mother is pregnant with twins, due in July. Depending on how things go for the mother and the
- [Creating a List](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-9-reflective-practice/lessons/taking-action/topics/creating-a-list/) - Once you have analyzed your responses, it's time to make a list. Randomly list everything you want to change in a notebook or a document. Include everything, even things you do not think you can do now. Sometimes, this exercise brings up ideas for changes that are not directly related to the task. You might
- [Injury Prevention](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/care-for-the-caregiver/topics/physical-well-being-contd/) - It’s also important to avoid injuring yourself. Despite all the lifting, carrying and picking up you do in the child care day, you can prevent both lower back problems and more severe back injuries with some precautions: Spend five minutes doing some stretching exercises before you begin your day. Always bend from the knees, not
- [Considerations](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-8-building-and-maintaining-relationships/lessons/confidentiality/topics/considerations/) - There are several considerations regarding keeping the confidentiality of children and families in your care. In keeping the information of children and families confidential, you will want to ensure that all paperwork is kept in a safe place. Be aware of any rules and regulations in your province or territory about storing personal information in
- [Prepare for Illness or Injury](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/health-policies/topics/prepare-for-illness-or-injury/) - Despite your best precautions, children may sometimes become ill or get injured while in your child care. You must be prepared for a child’s illness or injury: Ask parents to keep you updated about their children’s daily health status and to inform you if the child has been in contact with any contagious illness Explain
- [Module 9 Assignment](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-9-reflective-practice/lessons/conclusion-8/topics/module-9-assignment-quiz/) - Your assignment for this module has two parts. Part 1 is to go to the Community of Practice and respond with respect and empathy, to two posts from your peers. Part 2 is to answer 1 of these questions, and post your answer to the Community of Practice: Share one item from the list you
- [Module 8 Assignment](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-8-building-and-maintaining-relationships/lessons/conclusion-7/topics/module-8-assignment-quiz/) - Your assignment for this module has two parts. Part 1 is to to to the Community of Practice and respond with respect and empathy, to two posts from your peers. Part 2 is to answer 1 of these questions, and post your answer to the Community of Practice: What are some of the challenges home
- [Module 7 Assignment](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-7-diversity-and-inclusion-in-home-child-care/lessons/conclusion-6/topics/module-7-assignment-quiz/) - Your assignment for this module has two parts. Part 1 is to go to the Community of Practice and respond with respect and empathy, to two posts from your peers. Part 2 is to answer 1 of these questions, and post your answer to the Community of Practice: What small changes could you make this
- [Module 6 Assignment](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-6-guiding-behaviours/lessons/conclusion-5/topics/module-6-assignment-quiz/) - Your assignment for this module has two parts. Part 1 is to go to the Community of Practice and respond with respect and empathy, to two posts from your peers. Part 2 is to answer 1 of these questions, and post your answer to the Community of Practice: What are some of the ways you
- [Module 5 Assignment](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-5-child-development/lessons/conclusion-4/topics/module-5-assignment-quiz/) - Your assignment for this module has two parts. Part 1 is to go to the Community of Practice and respond with respect and empathy, to two posts from your peers. Part 2 is to answer 1 of these questions, and post your answer to the Community of Practice: What is your favourite activity to do
- [Module 4 Assignment](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-4-taking-care-of-business/lessons/conclusion-3/topics/module-4-assignment-quiz/) - Your assignment for this module has 2 parts. Part 1 is to go to the Community of Practice and respond, with respect and empathy, to two posts from your peers. Part 2 is to answer 1 of these questions and post your answer to the Community of Practice: What are 2 benefits of having a
- [Module 3 Assignment](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/conclusion-2/topics/module-3-assignment-quiz/) - Your assignment for this module has two parts. Part 1 is to go to the Community of Practice and respond with respect and empathy to two posts from your peers. Part 2 is to answer 1 of these questions and post your answer to the Community of Practice: What is one goal you have set
- [Module 1 Assignment](https://fcct.ca/courses/course-introduction/lessons/conclusion/topics/module1-assignment-quiz/) - Assignment: Your assignment for this module is to introduce yourself to the Community of Practice group and tell us what brought you to this course. Please use this link to take you to the Assignment post for Module 1 In future modules, part of your assignment will include responding to others’ posts.
- [Safety Inside Your Home](https://fcct.ca/courses/your-child-care-home/lessons/safety/topics/safety-inside-your-home/) - The family child care home is a place where many injuries can occur. The real tragedy is that most of the injuries are preventable. Safety proof inside your home before you begin providing care. See this Home Safety Checklist. Do a thorough safety check every three months and a safety scan every morning before the
- [Respecting Children’s Rights in Practice](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-10-professionalism-and-ethics/lessons/rights-based-caring/topics/respecting-childrens-rights-in-practice/) - Family child care providers discussed children's rights long before Canada ratified the Convention. They were concerned about children's emotional, social, intellectual and physical rights. These four fundamental rights impact how family child care providers do their job. To respect a child's emotional rights, a provider would: encourage the child, to build their self-esteem provide opportunities
- [Connecting in Your Community](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-8-building-and-maintaining-relationships/lessons/community-relationships/topics/connecting-in-your-community/) - When you connect to other members of your community, everyone benefits! Children benefit by: Exploring the world of work. Children feel they can do or be anything by seeing others at work. Try to show children men and women in a variety of jobs. Building social skills. Participating in outings allows children to experience new
- [School-Age Development](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-5-child-development/lessons/school-agers/topics/school-age-development/) - School-age children are moving from a sheltered world of family and child care, into the larger world. School-agers are likely to test the standards, behaviours and beliefs they have accepted and be influenced by the standards, behaviours and beliefs of others. Acceptance of their peer group becomes increasingly important to children as they go through
- [Toddler Development](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-5-child-development/lessons/toddlers/topics/toddler-development/) - The toddler stage is where most children learn to walk, talk a bit, solve simple problems and relate to other children and adults. Toddlers also develop at their own rate. The following general guidelines explore physical, cognitive, social/emotional and language development in infants. Remember that children should not be compared to one another. Eighteen to
- [Insurance](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-4-taking-care-of-business/lessons/other-business-essentials/topics/insurance/) - Having insurance is a crucial aspect for family child care providers as it acts as a safety net, offering protection in unforeseen circumstances. One key type of insurance that providers should prioritize is liability insurance. This coverage is like a shield against potential legal and financial challenges. In the child care environment, accidents can happen,
- [Canada’s Food Guide](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/providing-healthy-meals-and-snacks/topics/canadas-food-guide/) - Canada’s Food guide was developed to promote healthy eating and overall nutritional well-being. Canada’s food guide plate encourages eating a variety of healthy foods to help develop a healthy eating pattern and maintain health. https://food-guide.canada.ca/en/tips-for-healthy-eating/make-healthy-meals-with-the-eat-well-plate/
- [Emotional Well-being](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/care-for-the-caregiver/topics/emotional-well-being/) - Your emotional well-being is just as important as your physical well-being. Emotional well-being has a powerful influence on how we fare physically. To a large degree, our emotional well-being depends on having a healthy, positive love of ourselves and good self-esteem. As caregivers, we have minimal contact with other adults during working hours. The adults
- [Fire Safety](https://fcct.ca/courses/your-child-care-home/lessons/safety/topics/fire-safety/) - Fire safety, the precautions you take, and the training you provide for the children in your care, can save lives. Practice the following safety guidelines: Develop an evacuation plan for your home. Draw a floor plan of all the rooms in your home and mark the exits. Plan how you would evacuate the children in
- [Modules, Lessons and Topics](https://fcct.ca/courses/course-introduction/lessons/navigating-the-technology/topics/modules-lessons-and-topics/) - The E3 Family Child Care Training is a 10-module course. Each module will cover several learning objectives. The modules are broken down into lessons, and the lessons are broken down into smaller topics. You will navigate through the modules, lessons and topics by reading the information and marking each section complete as you go through
- [The Balancing Act](https://fcct.ca/courses/your-child-care-home/lessons/working-from-home/topics/the-balancing-act/) - Providing a warm, welcoming, stimulating and safe environment to a group of children is rewarding work. There aren't many jobs where hugs and hand holding are part of your every day. Each day will have its highs and lows. Child care is physically and emotionally demanding work. Providing family child care means you are working
- [Getting Help](https://fcct.ca/courses/course-introduction/lessons/navigating-the-technology/topics/getting-help/) - The course has been carefully crafted to help you work independently. However, if you get stuck in a module, you can contact fcc@cccf-fcsge.ca. You can also ask questions by posting in the Community of Practice.
- [Assignments and Quizzes](https://fcct.ca/courses/course-introduction/lessons/navigating-the-technology/topics/assignments-and-quizzes/) - At the end of every module, the final lesson is the Conclusion, with a summary of that module. There is also a review assignment and a short online quiz. You will share the assignment by posting in the Community Of Practice, where you will receive feedback from your peers and provide feedback on the assignments
- [Responsibilities of a Home Child Care Provider](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-10-professionalism-and-ethics/lessons/rights-based-caring/topics/responsibilities-of-a-home-child-care-provider/) - As a family child care provider, you have an essential role in ensuring that the rights of each child in your care are upheld and respected. Become familiar with the Convention on the Rights of the Child. You don't need to memorize all 54 articles, but you may want to download, print and display a
- [What is an Ethical Dilemma?](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-10-professionalism-and-ethics/lessons/ethical-dilemmas/topics/what-is-an-ethical-dilemma/) - Ethical dilemmas occur when two or more potential actions reflect an ethical principle so that two or more essential principles compete with each other. They are situations that have more than one value or underlying principle, which are seen to be of equal importance. A dilemma is created. "Should I do this or this?" Neither
- [Prioritize our Personal Health and Well-being](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-10-professionalism-and-ethics/lessons/code-of-ethics/topics/prioritize-our-personal-health-and-well-being/) - In Module 3, Health and Wellness, you learned about caring for yourself as a family child care provider. This is so important that it is included in the code of ethics. Providing child care requires a considerable amount of planning, preparation and organization and can leave you feeling too tired or too busy to care
- [Professional Competence](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-10-professionalism-and-ethics/lessons/code-of-ethics/topics/professional-competence/) - On an ongoing basis, child care providers pursue the knowledge, skills and self-awareness needed to be professionally competent. Make learning a priority for yourself. Know the programs and courses available to you and try to make improving your professional development continuous and consistent throughout your career. The provider: recognizes the need for continuous learning; pursues
- [Work to Affirm and Enhance](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-10-professionalism-and-ethics/lessons/code-of-ethics/topics/work-to-affirm-and-enhance/) - Child care providers work in ways that affirm and enhance human dignity, respect fundamental human rights, and celebrate difference and diversity. Every human being is equally valuable, and our professional relationships should reflect this equality. Practice inclusiveness in your child care home and ensure that open-mindedness is something the children, their parents and colleagues come
- [Establish and Maintain Respectful Partnerships with Others](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-10-professionalism-and-ethics/lessons/code-of-ethics/topics/establish-and-maintain-respectful-partnerships-with-others/) - Child care providers work in partnership with colleagues and other service providers, as well as decision-makers in the community, to support the well-being of children and their families. Take advantage of your neighbourhood and community services available as a child care provider for the children in your care. Be aware of the existing resources and their
- [Work In Partnership with Families](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-10-professionalism-and-ethics/lessons/code-of-ethics/topics/work-in-partnership-with-families/) - Child care providers work in partnership with parents, recognizing that parents have primary responsibility for the care of their children, valuing their commitment to their children and supporting them in meeting their obligations to them. Parents are the primary caregivers. They are the primary decision-makers for their children. Providers complement and support parents as they
- [Demonstrate Caring and Compassion for All Children](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-10-professionalism-and-ethics/lessons/code-of-ethics/topics/demonstrate-caring-and-compassion-for-all-children/) - Child care providers demonstrate caring for all children in all aspects of their practice. Caring involves both love and labour. Caring is reflected in the provider's mental, emotional and physical efforts in the interactions with all children. Being cared for and cared about is consistently communicated to all children. The provider: Responds appropriately to each
- [Provide High-Quality Early Care and Learning Environments](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-10-professionalism-and-ethics/lessons/code-of-ethics/topics/provide-high-quality-early-care-and-learning-environments/) - *Child care providers provide high-quality early care and learning environments for all children by drawing on specialized knowledge, education and diverse perspectives. Child care providers enable children to participate to their full potential in environments that are carefully planned to serve individual needs and to facilitate the child's progress in the social, emotional, physical and
- [Promote the Health and Well-being of all Children](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-10-professionalism-and-ethics/lessons/code-of-ethics/topics/promote-the-health-and-well-being-of-all-children/) - Child care providers promote the health and well-being of all children. As each child's primary provider, while they are in your care, this principle focuses on you fulfilling their basic needs. The provider: Provides a safe and healthy environment for children; this includes regular safety checks of home and equipment and provision of nutritious meals
- [Community of Practice Can Support Reflective Practice](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-9-reflective-practice/lessons/communities-of-practice/topics/community-of-practice-can-support-reflective-practice/) - Being part of a community of practice, like the one you are in for this course, can help home child care providers to reflect on their experiences and gain new insights and perspectives from others. For example, you can discuss challenging situations (being considerate of confidentiality) with your peers and receive feedback on how to
- [What is a Community of Practice?](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-9-reflective-practice/lessons/communities-of-practice/topics/what-is-a-community-of-practice/) - A community of practice is a group of people who share a common interest, profession, or goal and collaborate to improve their knowledge and skills through regular interactions. For a home child care provider, being part of a community of practice can be a valuable resource in enhancing your reflective practice and improving the care
- [Setting and Achieving Attainable Goals](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-9-reflective-practice/lessons/setting-goals/topics/setting-and-achieving-attainable-goals/) - As you complete this module, you have used the self-reflection tool and listed the areas you want to change. You have started making some of those changes. Things have been running smoothly for the last couple of months, but some of the changes are just not happening as you expected, and you are not seeing
- [Enhancing Skills](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-9-reflective-practice/lessons/taking-action/topics/enhancing-skills/) - While some of the changes you wanted to make may have been quickly completed, others that involve learning new skills differ. Learning and acquiring new skills do not have completion dates. It is an ongoing process called life-long learning. Being a home daycare provider is usually a very solitary position. Most often, providers are doing
- [Analyzing Your Responses](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-9-reflective-practice/lessons/taking-action/topics/analyzing-your-responses/) - After you have completed the self-reflection activity and determined where you rate yourself, it is time to analyze your answers. If you rated most of the items with a 1 or a 2, give yourself a pat on the back and make plans for a night out. It is time to prepare for additional work
- [Why Use Self-Reflection](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-9-reflective-practice/lessons/reflecting-on-your-practice/topics/why-use-self-reflection/) - As a family child care provider, you work on your own. You are not influenced directly by your colleagues. You do not have co-workers or a boss. Take the time to reflect on your practice. This type of self-reflection is good for two reasons: It allows you to see where you are doing a great
- [Analyze and Act on Your Answers](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-9-reflective-practice/lessons/laying-the-foundation/topics/analyze-and-act-on-your-answers/) - Look at the answers from the questions in topic 1. If most of your answers to the questions are 1s and 2s, then you are pretty happy with what you are doing. If most of your answers are 3s or 4s, then it is time to consider making changes. If only one or two answers
- [Reflecting on Your Career](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-9-reflective-practice/lessons/laying-the-foundation/topics/reflecting-on-your-career/) - Are you happy with your work? Once in a while, it is good to look at your chosen career and decide if this is what you want to continue to do. It will also help form the basis for determining if you want to make changes, change some things within your family child care home,
- [Getting Started](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-9-reflective-practice/lessons/laying-the-foundation/topics/getting-started/) - On your journey of reflective practice, you start at the beginning. You will learn where your beliefs and values come from. You will understand how your beliefs and values are different from your parents and grandparents. This understanding will help you work through problems with parents of children in your care. It will help you
- [Modelling Positive Relationships](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-8-building-and-maintaining-relationships/lessons/community-relationships/topics/modelling-positive-relationships/) - Child care providers play an essential role in shaping the emotional and social development of children in their care. Role modelling positive relationships can significantly impact children's overall well-being. Here are some ways child care providers can model positive relationships while out in the community: Be respectful and courteous: Show respect and kindness to everyone
- [Balancing Work and Family](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-8-building-and-maintaining-relationships/lessons/boundaries/topics/balancing-work-and-family/) - As home child care providers, we are also working parents, and as such, one of our challenges is establishing a healthy work/life balance. While we work to manage a successful child care program, we must find time to nurture ourselves and our relationships. A balance can be achieved with organizing, prioritizing, dedication, and reflection, but
- [Get Comfortable with Saying No](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-8-building-and-maintaining-relationships/lessons/boundaries/topics/get-comfortable-with-saying-no/) - Family child care providers are often natural-born nurturers born with a desire to help. This often leads to over-committing and agreeing to help more than they are able to. This can result in feelings of frustration, stress and resentment. The solution is learning to say no. Getting comfortable saying no comes with experience. Despite setting
- [Establishing Boundaries](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-8-building-and-maintaining-relationships/lessons/boundaries/topics/establishing-boundaries/) - Boundaries are an essential part of your program. Establishing boundaries can be accomplished with clear communication of your expectations. Be clear about what you expect from parents and children, and also let them know the consequences of failing to meet your expectations. Boundaries help you work within the limits of your abilities. We want to
- [When to Disclose](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-8-building-and-maintaining-relationships/lessons/confidentiality/topics/when-to-disclose/) - Confidentiality is an essential part of the child care profession, as it helps to protect children's privacy and safety. However, some exceptions to the rule of confidentiality must be kept in mind. One exception is when there is suspicion of child abuse or neglect. By law, child care providers must report any suspected abuse or
- [Confidential Information](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-8-building-and-maintaining-relationships/lessons/confidentiality/topics/confidential-information/) - It is essential to establish trust with the family and assure them that their personal information is safe in your care. Confidentiality helps to build trust between the home child care provider and the parents, which is essential for the well-being and development of the child. Maintaining confidentiality in home child care can ensure that
- [The Power of Empathy](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-8-building-and-maintaining-relationships/lessons/mutual-trust-respect-empathy/topics/the-power-of-empathy/) - Empathy is a powerful tool for building and maintaining relationships, especially in child care. As a home child care provider, the ability to empathise with your families is fundamental to developing a partnership. Stepping back from a situation and viewing it from the other person's eyes often gives a very different perspective of an issue.
- [Creating Trust](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-8-building-and-maintaining-relationships/lessons/mutual-trust-respect-empathy/topics/creating-trust/) - To encourage children in your care to trust you, you want to ensure they feel safe and secure. Trust starts with sharing information, views, goals and ideas in a way that feels safe and comfortable for both parties. Trust grows over time when you know that your mutual responsibilities will be met, your views will
- [Program to Home Connection](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-8-building-and-maintaining-relationships/lessons/communication/topics/program-to-home-connection/) - Strive to connect your program to the child’s home. This connection can be made through bulletin boards, newsletters, emails, text messaging or child care apps. Successful programs bridge the gap between home and childcare. Children thrive in the sense of consistency this provides. Providing families with the knowledge their children are being nurtured and cared
- [Time and Space to Talk](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-8-building-and-maintaining-relationships/lessons/communication/topics/time-and-space-to-talk/) - Finding the time and space for communication can be challenging. You work full-time in your home, managing your child care program, family, and life. Families are doing the same, and everyone is doing their best. Prioritize and acknowledge the need for, as well as benefits, of regular communication. Get to know each parent’s preferred communication
- [Understanding Parent’s Perspective](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-8-building-and-maintaining-relationships/lessons/communication/topics/understanding-parents-perspective/) - The parent is the child’s first teacher. In our relationship with families, we need empathy and understanding of parents’ perspectives. Families come from various backgrounds and cultures and have had experiences we are unaware of. Asking questions, listening and trying to understand a parent’s answers will help validate their feelings and build strong relationships. When
- [Listening is the Key](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-8-building-and-maintaining-relationships/lessons/communication/topics/listening-is-the-key/) - All genuinely successful listening requires your full attention. It can be challenging, as often, these conversations happen in the presence of children. Avoiding distractions will be your biggest challenge for communication at drop-off and pick-up times. Ask questions and encourage parents to share information about their child. Did they sleep well? How was their appetite
- [Involving All Parents](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-7-diversity-and-inclusion-in-home-child-care/lessons/children-with-disabilities/topics/involving-all-parents/) - If you have decided to enrol a child with a disability for the first time, the parents of the other children in your care may express concerns. Similar concerns may be expressed if you had decided to enrol two infant twins for the first time. Parents are concerned for your well-being and the well-being of
- [Talking About a Disability](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-7-diversity-and-inclusion-in-home-child-care/lessons/children-with-disabilities/topics/talking-about-a-disability/) - Be open and honest with the other children concerning the disability. If Matthew is in a wheelchair due to cerebral palsy, explain that he can’t walk because of it but wants to play and have fun just like everyone else. Encourage the children to talk to one another. Matthew might want to answer some questions
- [Talking About Diversity and Inclusion](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-7-diversity-and-inclusion-in-home-child-care/lessons/diversity-in-home-child-care/topics/talking-about-diversity-and-inclusion/) - Children exposed to diversity in their daily lives from a very young age grow up to be more knowledgeable about other cultures and ways of life and to be more accepting of them. Maintain a consistently positive attitude about who the children are, where they come from, what they look like, as well as what
- [Family Questionnaire](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-7-diversity-and-inclusion-in-home-child-care/lessons/diversity-in-home-child-care/topics/family-questionnaire/) - The more you know about the children in your care, the better equipped you are to care for them. You can use a questionnaire to get to know your families. Some possible questions might include: Who are the other people in your household? What languages are spoken in your home? In what country was your
- [Children’s Concepts of Difference](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-7-diversity-and-inclusion-in-home-child-care/lessons/diversity-in-home-child-care/topics/childrens-concepts-of-difference/) - Studies show that children become aware of the differences in people around them at an early age, possibly as early as two years. Around this time, they notice that other children are different when they compare them to their appearance and circumstances. Young children rapidly learn the language to describe differences; e.g., older two-year-olds can
- [When Nothing Works](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-6-guiding-behaviours/lessons/challenging-behaviours/topics/when-nothing-works/) - When a child is driven by emotion, reasoning with them doesn’t work, and words seem to fuel the intensity of their emotion. In this case, try the following: Stay a safe distance away from the child, both for their sake and yours. Remain close enough to attend to them. Distance yourself psychologically and relax your
- [Biological and Environmental Influences](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-6-guiding-behaviours/lessons/challenging-behaviours/topics/biological-and-environmental-influences/) - There are many factors that may cause or increase a child’s risk for developing challenging behaviour. There are two broad categories of contributing factors: biological and environmental. Biological Factors Any of the following may put children at risk by causing neurological damage: Pregnancy complications Prenatal stress Congenital disorders Birth trauma Drug or alcohol use during
- [Temperament](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-6-guiding-behaviours/lessons/challenging-behaviours/topics/temperament/) - The child’s temperament will determine how they react to difficult situations. There are three basic temperaments: easy, difficult and slow to warm up. How well a child does in any situation depends on how in-tune the home child care provider or parent is to the child’s temperament. If the adult expects more than the child
- [Environment and Routines](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-6-guiding-behaviours/lessons/influences-on-behaviour/topics/environment-and-routines/) - The environment surrounding children and the routines you create will impact their behaviour. Children need an environment and routines that provide opportunities for them “to do what kids do”. The time you invest in planning your space and routines will pay off in terms of minimising behaviour problems. Some ideas that may help: Plan an
- [Ages & Stages of Development](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-6-guiding-behaviours/lessons/influences-on-behaviour/topics/ages-stages-of-development/) - The child's age and their stage of development will influence their behaviour. Understanding what typical behaviour is at different ages and stages of development will help you to set acceptable limits and allow you to have reasonable expectations of children. Use the information you gathered from Module 5, Child Development, to guide you. Universal, predictable
- [School-Age Children](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-5-child-development/lessons/screen-time/topics/school-agers/) - Screen time is a hot topic when it comes to school age children. While technology provides plenty of educational and entertainment opportunities, it also has negative effects that parents should be aware of. The Canadian Paediatric Society recommends that children older than five limit screen time to less than two hours per day. One of
- [Preschoolers](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-5-child-development/lessons/screen-time/topics/preschoolers/) - For preschoolers, who are typically between the ages of 2 and 5 years old, excessive screen time can have negative consequences on their health and development. The Canadian Paediatric Society recommends that children between 2 and 5 spend less than one hour a day in front of a screen, and with an adult. Excessive screen
- [Peer Influence](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-5-child-development/lessons/school-agers/topics/peer-influence/) - Once children start to attend school, their peer groups become all-important and very influential. Making friends is an integral part of a child’s development. Peers provide companionship and an opportunity to hone social skills. Children learn the dynamics of joining a group, maintaining friendships within these groups and opportunities to learn to problem solve. They
- [Activities for School-Age Children](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-5-child-development/lessons/school-agers/topics/activities-for-school-age-children/) - Young school-age children are usually interested in real-life tasks and activities, and pretend and fantasy play can lessen considerably. School-agers want to bake real cakes, take real photographs, and create real collections of treasured items. They have longer attention spans and are more likely to stick with a project until it is finished. As children
- [Transition to School](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-5-child-development/lessons/preschoolers/topics/transition-to-school/) - Children are often excited and fearful of starting school. You can help alleviate the fear by preparing the child about what to expect. Talk about going to school, encourage school-agers in your home to share what they like best about going to school, provide some props to ‘play school’ and get some library books about
- [Activities for Preschoolers](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-5-child-development/lessons/preschoolers/topics/activities-for-preschoolers/) - Most of the toys and activities discussed for toddlers are also appropriate for preschoolers, and you will probably find many of the activities for school-age children in the next lesson suitable for preschoolers as well. Here are some ideas for preschool activities and suggestions on how you could be involved: Imaginative play is an integral
- [Concerns about Development](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-5-child-development/lessons/toddlers/topics/concerns-about-development-2/) - As you know, children develop and acquire skills at different rates. If you have concerns about a child’s progress, observe them for a few days and make notes. Review your notes and decide if you think you have justified concerns. Arrange a meeting with the parents to discuss your concerns. Do not offer a diagnosis;
- [Concerns about Development](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-5-child-development/lessons/infants/topics/concerns-about-development/) - Children develop at different rates in different areas- this is possibly never more obvious than with infants. Often, an infant lags behind in one area while they focus their attention on another. If you have concerns about the developmental progress of an infant in your care, spend a little extra time observing them and make
- [Activities for Infants](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-5-child-development/lessons/infants/topics/activities-for-infants/) - Activities for infants six to nine months: Provide a safe, padded place for baby to practise sitting May enjoy holding a separate spoon while you feed them Play action games like peek-a-boo and pat-a-cake Place interesting toys just out of reach to encourage baby to move to retrieve them Show baby a toy then hide
- [Promoting Attachment](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-5-child-development/lessons/infants/topics/promoting-attachment/) - Researchers have recognized the significant connection between brain development and attachment. Attachment describes the bond that an infant forms with the caring adults in their lives. Strong emotional bonds built through attachment strengthen biological systems that help children handle their emotions and cope with everyday stresses throughout their lives. A healthy attachment to at least
- [Marketing](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-4-taking-care-of-business/lessons/other-business-essentials/topics/marketing/) - Successfully marketing a family child care business is essential for attracting families and ensuring a thriving environment for children. Providers can employ several effective marketing tactics to enhance their visibility and reach the right audience. Building a professional and inviting online presence through a user-friendly website or social media platforms is a key first step.
- [Retirement Income](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-4-taking-care-of-business/lessons/budgeting/topics/retirement-income/) - Are you prepared for retirement? We all hope that one day we can retire from providing child care, relax and maybe do some travelling. As an independent small business operator, you are not part of a company pension plan; therefore, retirement requires long-term planning. The first thing to know is that it's never too early
- [Benefits and Health Insurance](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-4-taking-care-of-business/lessons/budgeting/topics/benefits-and-health-insurance/) - How would you financially deal with a long-term personal injury or disability? Would your family be able to cope without your income for a few weeks, months, years or indefinitely? Have you looked into disability insurance and other health care coverage for yourself and your family? Benefits packages can also help you pay for such
- [Planning for the Unexpected](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-4-taking-care-of-business/lessons/budgeting/topics/planning-for-the-unexpected/) - Small business owners need to have good credit ratings. A good personal credit rating will be required to obtain a loan, a line of credit or a mortgage. If your mortgage, loan or credit card has your spouse or partner’s name on it, you do not have your own credit rating. If circumstances arise where
- [Budgeting for Your Home Child Care Business](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-4-taking-care-of-business/lessons/budgeting/topics/budgeting-for-your-home-child-care-business/) - In the last topic, you learned about creating a budget; in this one, you will use a similar process to create a budget for your business. The difference will be in the expenses that are claimed. For your home child care business budget, you should include INCOME i.e. Fees, Grants, Other Income and EXPENSES such
- [Contracts](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-4-taking-care-of-business/lessons/contracts/topics/contracts/) - When developing your contract, you must think like a business person. Though your nature may be to try to keep everyone happy and make exceptions to help people, there are better business practices than this. The problem with trying to please everyone is that we often end up hurting our family and ourselves by not
- [Income Instability in Home Child Care Business](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-4-taking-care-of-business/lessons/contracts/topics/income-instability-in-home-child-care-business/) - Home child care revenue is dependent on many factors. Some providers charge different rates for children of different ages. Some do not get paid for days when they are closed. A well-written contract can help avoid or minimize fluctuations caused by: Families leave unexpectedly, and you cannot fill the space immediately. Your children are becoming
- [Preventing Abuse](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/child-abuse-awareness/topics/preventing-abuse/) - Most abusive parents do not deliberately set out to harm their children. You can help prevent parental abuse by: Taking on a supportive role and having an open relationship with parents. Sharing knowledge of parenting education courses, supports and resources. Modelling positive discipline and parenting techniques Encouraging school boards to implement child abuse prevention programs
- [When You Suspect Abuse](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/child-abuse-awareness/topics/when-you-suspect-abuse/) - Children who have been abused are usually terrified to tell anyone what has happened to them. In many cases, the offender may have threatened, bribed, intimidated or used physical force to keep the child silent. Write down any information given to you by the child and parent and your own observations. Always believe what a
- [Signs of Abuse](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/child-abuse-awareness/topics/signs-of-abuse/) - Your first indication that all is not well in a family may be your intuitive reaction to the relationship between the parent(s) and the child. If you sense something is wrong, trust your instincts, but be aware of your biases. There are fundamental differences between families and cultures in child-rearing philosophies and practices. Our judgement
- [Family Violence](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/child-abuse-awareness/topics/family-violence/) - Family Violence is any behaviour by one family member against another that could endanger that person’s survival, security or well-being. This may include behaviour between individuals in a close, ongoing relationship. What most forms of family abuse have in common is that they represent an abuse of power and a violation of a position of
- [Types of Abuse](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/child-abuse-awareness/topics/types-of-abuse/) - Child abuse comes in many forms. Abuse can mean actively hurting a child, failing to take proper care of a child or depriving a child of affection and acceptance. It can range from constant slapping to the rape of a child. Abuse can also mean doing nothing to stop the abuse from happening - in
- [Policies that Support Mental Health](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/health-policies/topics/policies-that-support-mental-health/) - As a home child care, it is essential to create policies prioritizing the children's mental well-being in your care. Establishing clear guidelines and expectations for behaviour can help create a safe and supportive environment that promotes positive mental health outcomes. One key policy to consider is limiting screen time, as excessive technology use has been
- [Creating Your Health  Policies](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/health-policies/topics/creating-your-health-policies/) - Before any child enters into your care, you should have their basic health history and emergency contact information, including: Child’s full name, address, phone number and birth date Parent’s or guardian's home and work addresses and phone numbers Name and phone number of an emergency contact in case parents are unavailable in an emergency Child’s
- [Food Allergies](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/allergies-and-intolerances/topics/food-allergies/) - Caring for a child with an allergy in a home child care can be challenging for any home child care provider. It requires constant vigilance and attention to detail to ensure the safety and well-being of the child. One of the most important things to do is to communicate with the child's parents to understand
- [Food Intolerances](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/allergies-and-intolerances/topics/food-intolerances/) - A food intolerance is an inability to digest and absorb food, causing stomach bloating, cramps, gas and possibly, diarrhea. The most common intolerances are to milk or lactose and to wheat or gluten. Food intolerances do not involve the immune system and will not cause an allergic reaction. A food intolerance will make you uncomfortable
- [Parents Providing Food](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/providing-healthy-meals-and-snacks/topics/parents-providing-food/) - In some home child care programs, children bring their own lunches and snacks. If this is your practice, ensure the lunches children bring provide the balanced nutrition they need. You might want to develop a written policy for parents that provides information about your expectations and any exceptional circumstances they should be aware of. For
- [Special Diets and Cultural Influences](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/providing-healthy-meals-and-snacks/topics/special-diets-and-cultural-influences/) - Talking with parents about their child’s eating habits before their child begins care is essential. Children’s diets may be restricted by cultural, religious or firmly-held family beliefs in which a food or group of foods is forbidden. Discuss these restricted foods with the parents and establish acceptable alternatives. Special diets, such as vegetarianism, must be
- [Evaluating Your Menu](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/providing-healthy-meals-and-snacks/topics/evaluating-your-menu/) - The following questions provide you with an assessment tool which can be used to assist you in planning and evaluating your home child care menu. Do your food choices vary from snack to lunch to snack and from day to day? Are your serving sizes appropriate for the children’s ages (and appetites?) Are you providing
- [Nutrition Basics](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/providing-healthy-meals-and-snacks/topics/nutrition-basics/) - Good nutrition is fundamental to life, growing and developing. Young children need quality foods which will support their growth and development. Eating habits are established early in life. If preschoolers have the opportunity to create a taste for a variety of nutritious foods, they will become accustomed to eating well. The first step towards serving
- [Medical Check-Ups and Immunizations](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/childrens-basic-needs/topics/medical-check-ups-and-immunizations/) - Regular check-ups are among our most essential tools for maintaining good physical and dental health. Encourage parents to follow the recommended physical and dental examination schedule for them and their children - and make sure your family does the same. Immunization is the best protection children have against serious childhood diseases such as diphtheria, tetanus,
- [A Safe, Clean Environment](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/childrens-basic-needs/topics/a-safe-clean-environment/) - For optimal health, children require a clean environment. Germs spread quickly in home child care because of the number of children, their immature immune systems, and how they play and share toys. It only takes one exposure to a minimal number of germs to make a person ill. Many germs that are spread from person
- [Goal Setting](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/care-for-the-caregiver/topics/goal-setting/) - Often, as child care providers, we have the sense that life is living us. It is essential to our well-being to feel that we have some control over our lives and continue to grow. One way to achieve that sense of growth is to continue, throughout our lifetime, to set personal goals for ourselves. Achieving
- [Helping Children Develop Safety Awareness](https://fcct.ca/courses/your-child-care-home/lessons/safety/topics/helping-children-develop-safety-awareness/) - The children in your care must be encouraged to develop good safety habits. One of the best ways to do this is to introduce the discussion casually when you’re in various locations, in your home, at the park, walking, etc. Ask questions like “What could happen if we play on the wet climber?” “What would
- [Outdoor Safety](https://fcct.ca/courses/your-child-care-home/lessons/safety/topics/outdoor-safety/) - Whether in your own backyard or a public park, outdoor safety is your responsibility. Be alert to hazards like broken glass, nails, or needles. Check the area for poisonous plants and weeds. Teach children traffic safety rules. Discourage children from approaching strange animals, including other people’s pets. Inspect play equipment for broken parts and sharp
- [Your Schedule](https://fcct.ca/courses/your-child-care-home/lessons/planning-scheduling/topics/your-schedule/) - You will create your schedule based on the activities required to meet the needs of the children in your care. You must account for arrivals, pick-ups, meals and snacks, naps and rest time and diaper changes. Between them, you can schedule group time, storytime, indoor and outdoor time and various play activities. Your schedule is
- [Storage](https://fcct.ca/courses/your-child-care-home/lessons/a-place-for-play/topics/storage/) - Finding and organizing storage space for all the equipment, supplies, toys and learning materials you will need for your home child care can be challenging. Creating a home child care environment is an ongoing process. As your needs and priorities change, as your family’s need for space changes, and as the number and ages of
- [Indoor Play Activities](https://fcct.ca/courses/your-child-care-home/lessons/a-place-for-play/topics/indoor-play-activities/) - Once your space is set up, you will be ready to play! If you need a larger open space, go ahead and push that furniture back against the wall. You may remember some games that you enjoyed as a child. The children in your care might enjoy them, too. Here are some ideas to get
- [Care for the Abused Child](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/child-abuse-awareness/topics/care-for-the-abused-child/) - When an adult has abused a child, the child may often have very low self-esteem, be easily frightened, and lose confidence in the world around them. Such children need more consistency, more patience, and above all, more time. You need to take extra care as you help children rebuild their confidence in themselves and their
- [Rest and Relaxation](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/childrens-basic-needs/topics/rest-and-relaxation/) - Periods of rest and relaxation help children grow, stay healthy and participate fully in their busy days. Children need their sleep. Infants usually require sleep in the morning and afternoon, and toddlers and preschoolers will usually nap only in the afternoon. All children require quiet time, even if they do not nap. They can engage in
- [The Indoor Space](https://fcct.ca/courses/your-child-care-home/lessons/a-place-for-play/topics/providing-space-inside-and-out/) - Creating an optimal play environment for children is essential for their development and enjoyment. While a large, dedicated space is ideal, effective planning allows for accommodating play even in smaller homes or apartments. Considering various types of play, from quiet reading to active physical activities, ensures a well-rounded play environment. Quiet, Cozy Spaces: A designated
- [Module 1 Survey](https://fcct.ca/topics/module-1-survey-2/) - Kudos to you for completing Module 1! Thank you for your dedication to this course. Your journey has just begun, and we're excited to accompany you every step of the way! Please take a moment to share your feedback by clicking on the survey link below. Your insights are valuable to us! https://cathexisconsulting.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7Wo7rxeEbLz5Zie
- [Joining an Agency](https://fcct.ca/topics/joining-an-agency-2/) - At the time of this writing, four of the provinces have an agency model for home child care. Other provinces are also reviewing the agency model. For home child care providers in provinces that have the agency model. Joining an agency shows professionalism and commitment to the field. Agencies offer training, guidance and support. You
- [Joining an Agency](https://fcct.ca/topics/joining-an-agency/)
- [Topic](https://fcct.ca/topics/topic-6/)
- [Topic](https://fcct.ca/topics/topic-5/)
- [Module 1 Survey](https://fcct.ca/topics/module-1-survey/)
- [Module 1 Survey Link](https://fcct.ca/topics/module-1-survey-link/)
- [Assignment](https://fcct.ca/topics/assignment-3/)
- [Assignment](https://fcct.ca/topics/assignment/)
- [Next Steps](https://fcct.ca/topics/next-steps/) - The next steps involve making your list. It helps you decide what has to be done, and then you can determine how and when. Making changes that result from working through the self-reflection tool could take some time, possibly some physical changes to the areas in your home most often used for family child care,
- [Setting Clear Expectations](https://fcct.ca/topics/setting-clear-expectations/) - Setting clear expectations will help children and their families understand how you run your program and eliminate any misunderstandings that could arise. It helps keep everyone informed and working together in the children's best interest. For example, we know that mornings can be a busy time for everyone! To help mornings progress smoothly, you may
- [Be Sure Every Child Feels Welcome,  Heard, and Celebrated](https://fcct.ca/topics/be-sure-every-child-feels-welcome-heard-and-celebrated/) - Be sure children in your program feel welcome, heard and celebrated. Offer undivided attention to each child each day. Sit with the child working on building a tower with their blocks. Join in a song with that child who loves to sing. Offer hugs to the child who you know loves physical touch. Encourage another
- [Incorporate Children’s Backgrounds and Interests](https://fcct.ca/topics/incorporate-childrens-backgrounds-and-interests/) - Incorporating and respecting children’s backgrounds, cultures, and interests fosters healthy relationships. Collaborate with families. Learn about individual backgrounds and interests to show you value and respect the family. Learn to say hello in the family’s home language. Ask your families questions to gain a greater perspective with each new piece of information. Find out each
- [Greetings!](https://fcct.ca/topics/greetings/) - For parents, dropping their child off to a stranger each day can be somewhat daunting. Creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere can reduce anxiety, build trust, and set a positive tone for each day. Children and their families must know the provider will meet their needs before they feel safe and secure. Parents must know their
- [Topic](https://fcct.ca/topics/topic-4/)
- [Topic](https://fcct.ca/topics/topic-3/)
- [Topic](https://fcct.ca/topics/topic-2/)
- [Summary](https://fcct.ca/topics/summary-3/)
- [Summary](https://fcct.ca/topics/summary-2/) - Your job as a home child care provider will impact you and your family. You have identified the challenges of working alone and combining child care and your family. You are ready to meet the challenge of setting up indoor and outdoor environments that are safe for the children in your care and works with
- [Summary](https://fcct.ca/topics/summary/) - You are now familiar with the basics of this course. You know how to navigate the technology and complete the assignments and quizzes. You have a good idea of what skills and attributes you need to become a home child care provider and if it’s the right career for you. You know how to get
- [References](https://fcct.ca/topics/references/)
- [Safety](https://fcct.ca/topics/safety/)
- [Referendes](https://fcct.ca/topics/referendes/)
- [Topic](https://fcct.ca/topics/topic/)

## Quizzes

- [A Children’s Rights-based Approach to Early Learning and Child Care - Quiz](https://fcct.ca/courses/childrens-rights-based-approach-elcc/lessons/childrens-rights-based-approach-video/quizzes/a-childrens-rights-based-approach-to-early-learning-and-child-care-quiz/) - Choose the best answer for the multiple choice questions.
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- [Improving Environmental Health and Sustainability in Home Child Care - Quiz](https://fcct.ca/courses/improving-environmental-health-and-sustainability-in-home-child-care/lessons/improving-env-health-video/quizzes/improving-environmental-health-and-sustainability-in-home-child-care-quiz/) - Complete the quiz by choosing the correct multiple-choice answer.
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- [Module 2 Ebook Quiz](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-quiz-only/quizzes/module-2-ebook-quiz/) - Quiz: Choose the best answer for these multiple-choice questions:
- [Module 2 Quiz](https://fcct.ca/courses/your-child-care-home/lessons/m2-conclusion/topics/module-2-assignment-quiz/quizzes/module-2-quiz/) - Quiz: Choose the best answer for these multiple-choice questions:
- [Module 10 Quiz](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-10-professionalism-and-ethics/lessons/conclusion-9/topics/module-10-assignment-quiz/quizzes/module-10-quiz/) - Complete the quiz by clicking on the link below and choosing the best multiple-choice answer.
- [Module 9 Quiz](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-9-reflective-practice/lessons/conclusion-8/topics/module-9-assignment-quiz/quizzes/module-9-quiz/) - Please click on the link and choose True or False for each question on the quiz.
- [Module 8 Quiz](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-8-building-and-maintaining-relationships/lessons/conclusion-7/topics/module-8-assignment-quiz/quizzes/module-8-quiz/) - Please click the link and choose the best multiple-choice answer for the questions.
- [Module 7 Quiz](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-7-diversity-and-inclusion-in-home-child-care/lessons/conclusion-6/topics/module-7-assignment-quiz/quizzes/module-7-quiz/) - Click on the link below to complete the True or False Quiz.
- [Module 6 Quiz](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-6-guiding-behaviours/lessons/conclusion-5/topics/module-6-assignment-quiz/quizzes/module-6-quiz/) - Please click on the quiz below and choose the best multiple-choice answer.
- [Module 5 Quiz](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-5-child-development/lessons/conclusion-4/topics/module-5-assignment-quiz/quizzes/module-5-quiz/) - Click on the link below to complete the True or False quiz.
- [Module 4 Quiz](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-4-taking-care-of-business/lessons/conclusion-3/topics/module-4-assignment-quiz/quizzes/module-4-quiz/) - Click on the link below to complete the quiz by choosing the best multiple-choice answers.
- [Module 3 Quiz](https://fcct.ca/courses/module-3-health-and-wellness/lessons/conclusion-2/topics/module-3-assignment-quiz/quizzes/module-3-quiz/) - Click on the link below and complete the quiz by selecting True or False.
- [Module 1 Quiz](https://fcct.ca/courses/course-introduction/lessons/conclusion/topics/module1-assignment-quiz/quizzes/module-1-quiz/) - Click on the link below to complete the multiple-choice quiz by choosing the best answers.

## Certificates

- [Module 10](https://fcct.ca/certificates/module-10/)
- [Module 9](https://fcct.ca/certificates/module-9/)
- [Module 8](https://fcct.ca/certificates/module-8/)
- [Module 7](https://fcct.ca/certificates/module-7/)
- [Module 6](https://fcct.ca/certificates/module-6/)
- [Module 5](https://fcct.ca/certificates/module-5/)
- [Module 4](https://fcct.ca/certificates/module-4/)
- [Module 3](https://fcct.ca/certificates/module-3/)
- [Module 2](https://fcct.ca/certificates/module-2/)
- [Module1](https://fcct.ca/certificates/module1/)
- [Module Complete Certificate](https://fcct.ca/certificates/module-complete-certificate/)
- [Course Certificate - Rights Based Approach](https://fcct.ca/certificates/course-certificate-rights-based-approach/)
- [Course Certificate - Improving Environmental Health](https://fcct.ca/certificates/course-certificate-improving-environmental-health/)
- [Course Complete Certificate - Rethinking Naptime](https://fcct.ca/certificates/course-complete-certificate-rethinking-naptime/)
- [Course Complete Certificate](https://fcct.ca/certificates/course-complete-certificate/)

## Groups

- [FullCourse](https://fcct.ca/groups/full-course/)
- [Module 7 Users](https://fcct.ca/groups/module-7-users/)
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- [Module 4 Users](https://fcct.ca/groups/module-4-users/)
- [Module 3 Users](https://fcct.ca/groups/module-3-users/)
- [Module 2 Users](https://fcct.ca/groups/module-2-users/)

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- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{commenter.name}} replied to your comment](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=952) - {{commenter.name}} replied to your comment: {{{comment_reply}}} View the comment: {{{comment.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{poster.name}} mentioned you in a {{mentioned.type}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=953) - {{poster.name}} mentioned you in a {{mentioned.type}}: {{{mentioned.content}}} View the {{mentioned.type}}: {{{mentioned.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{poster.name}} mentioned you in a group {{mentioned.type}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=954) - {{poster.name}} mentioned you in a {{mentioned.type}} in the {{group.name}} group: {{{mentioned.content}}} View the {{mentioned.type}}: {{{mentioned.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Your password was changed](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=955) - Your password was changed on [{{{site.name}}}] If you didn't make this change, please reset your password: {{{reset.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{poster.name}} posted {{activity.type}}.](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=956) - {{poster.name}} posted {{activity.type}}: {{{activity.content}}}n View the post: {{{activity.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{follower.name}} started following you](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=957) - {{follower.name}} started following you. To learn more about them, visit their profile: {{{follower.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{poster.name}} posted {{activity.type}} in {{group.name}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=958) - {{poster.name}} posted {{activity.type}} in {{group.name}}: {{{activity.content}}}" View the post: {{{activity.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] New discussion in {{group.name}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=959) - {{poster.name}} created a discussion {{discussion.title}} in {{group.name}}: {{{discussion.content}}} Discussion Link: {{discussion.url}}
- [An invitation from {{inviter.name}} to join [{{{site.name}}}]](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=949) - You have been invited by {{inviter.name}} to join the [{{{site.name}}}] community.
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Welcome!](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=175) - Welcome to {{site.name}}! Visit your profile, where you can tell us more about yourself, change your preferences, or make new connections, to get started: {{{profile.url}}} Forgot your password? Don't worry, you can reset it with your email address from this page of our site: {{{lostpassword.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{poster.name}} replied to one of your updates](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=176) - {{poster.name}} replied to one of your updates: "{{usermessage}}" Go to the discussion to reply or catch up on the conversation: {{{thread.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{poster.name}} replied to one of your comments](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=177) - {{poster.name}} replied to one of your comments: "{{usermessage}}" Go to the discussion to reply or catch up on the conversation: {{{thread.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{poster.name}} mentioned you in a status update](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=178) - {{poster.name}} mentioned you in a status update: "{{usermessage}}" Go to the discussion to reply or catch up on the conversation: {{{mentioned.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{poster.name}} mentioned you in an update](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=179) - {{poster.name}} mentioned you in the group "{{group.name}}": "{{usermessage}}" Go to the discussion to reply or catch up on the conversation: {{{mentioned.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Activate your account](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=180) - Thanks for registering! To complete the activation of your account, go to the following link and click on the 'Activate' button: {{{activate.url}}} If the 'Activation Key' field is empty, copy and paste the following into the field - {{key}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] New friendship request from {{initiator.name}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=181) - {{initiator.name}} wants to add you as a friend. To accept this request and manage all of your pending requests, visit: {{{friend-requests.url}}} To view {{initiator.name}}'s profile, visit: {{{initiator.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{friend.name}} accepted your friendship request](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=182) - {{friend.name}} accepted your friend request. To learn more about them, visit their profile: {{{friendship.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Group details updated](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=183) - Group details for the group "{{group.name}}" were updated: {{changed_text}} To view the group, visit: {{{group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] You have an invitation to the group: "{{group.name}}"](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=184) - {{inviter.name}} has invited you to join the group: "{{group.name}}". {{invite.message}} To accept your invitation, visit: {{{invites.url}}} To learn more about the group, visit: {{{group.url}}}. To view {{inviter.name}}'s profile, visit: {{{inviter.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] You have been promoted in the group: "{{group.name}}"](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=185) - You have been promoted to {{promoted_to}} in the group: "{{group.name}}". To visit the group, go to: {{{group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group: {{group.name}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=186) - {{requesting-user.name}} wants to join the group "{{group.name}}". As you are the administrator of this group, you must either accept or reject the membership request. To manage this and all other pending requests, visit: {{{group-requests.url}}} To view {{requesting-user.name}}'s profile, visit: {{{profile.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Verify your new email address](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=188) - You recently changed the email address associated with your account on {{site.name}} to {{user.email}}. If this is correct, go to the following link to confirm the change: {{{verify.url}}} Otherwise, you can safely ignore and delete this email if you have changed your mind, or if you think you have received this email in error.
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group "{{group.name}}" accepted](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=189) - Your membership request for the group "{{group.name}}" has been accepted. To view the group, visit: {{{group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group "{{group.name}}" rejected](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=190) - Your membership request for the group "{{group.name}}" has been rejected. To request membership again, visit: {{{group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group "{{group.name}}" accepted](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=191) - An administrator accepted an invitation to join "{{group.name}}" on your behalf. If you disagree with this, you can leave the group at anytime visiting your groups memberships page: {{{leave-group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group "{{group.name}}" rejected](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=192) - An administrator rejected an invitation to join "{{group.name}}" on your behalf. If you disagree with this, please contact the site administrator.
- [{{inviter.name}} has invited you to join {{site.name}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=193) - {{inviter.name}} has invited you to join the site "{{site.name}}". {{usermessage}} To accept your invitation, visit: {{{invite.accept_url}}} To learn more about the site, visit: {{{site.url}}}. To view {{inviter.name}}'s profile, visit: {{{inviter.url}}}
- [{{requesting-user.user_login}} would like to join {{site.name}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=194) - {{requesting-user.user_login}} would like to join the site "{{site.name}}". To manage the request, visit: {{{manage.url}}}.
- [Your request to join {{site.name}} has been declined](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=195) - Sorry, your request to join the site "{{site.name}}" has been declined.
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{poster.name}} mentioned you in an update](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=154) - {{poster.name}} mentioned you in the group "{{group.name}}": "{{usermessage}}" Go to the discussion to reply or catch up on the conversation: {{{mentioned.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Activate your account](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=155) - Thanks for registering! To complete the activation of your account, go to the following link and click on the 'Activate' button: {{{activate.url}}} If the 'Activation Key' field is empty, copy and paste the following into the field - {{key}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] New friendship request from {{initiator.name}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=156) - {{initiator.name}} wants to add you as a friend. To accept this request and manage all of your pending requests, visit: {{{friend-requests.url}}} To view {{initiator.name}}'s profile, visit: {{{initiator.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{friend.name}} accepted your friendship request](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=157) - {{friend.name}} accepted your friend request. To learn more about them, visit their profile: {{{friendship.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Group details updated](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=158) - Group details for the group "{{group.name}}" were updated: {{changed_text}} To view the group, visit: {{{group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] You have an invitation to the group: "{{group.name}}"](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=159) - {{inviter.name}} has invited you to join the group: "{{group.name}}". {{invite.message}} To accept your invitation, visit: {{{invites.url}}} To learn more about the group, visit: {{{group.url}}}. To view {{inviter.name}}'s profile, visit: {{{inviter.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] You have been promoted in the group: "{{group.name}}"](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=160) - You have been promoted to {{promoted_to}} in the group: "{{group.name}}". To visit the group, go to: {{{group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group: {{group.name}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=161) - {{requesting-user.name}} wants to join the group "{{group.name}}". As you are the administrator of this group, you must either accept or reject the membership request. To manage this and all other pending requests, visit: {{{group-requests.url}}} To view {{requesting-user.name}}'s profile, visit: {{{profile.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Verify your new email address](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=163) - You recently changed the email address associated with your account on {{site.name}} to {{user.email}}. If this is correct, go to the following link to confirm the change: {{{verify.url}}} Otherwise, you can safely ignore and delete this email if you have changed your mind, or if you think you have received this email in error.
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group "{{group.name}}" accepted](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=164) - Your membership request for the group "{{group.name}}" has been accepted. To view the group, visit: {{{group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group "{{group.name}}" rejected](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=165) - Your membership request for the group "{{group.name}}" has been rejected. To request membership again, visit: {{{group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group "{{group.name}}" accepted](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=166) - An administrator accepted an invitation to join "{{group.name}}" on your behalf. If you disagree with this, you can leave the group at anytime visiting your groups memberships page: {{{leave-group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group "{{group.name}}" rejected](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=167) - An administrator rejected an invitation to join "{{group.name}}" on your behalf. If you disagree with this, please contact the site administrator.
- [{{inviter.name}} has invited you to join {{site.name}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=168) - {{inviter.name}} has invited you to join the site "{{site.name}}". {{usermessage}} To accept your invitation, visit: {{{invite.accept_url}}} To learn more about the site, visit: {{{site.url}}}. To view {{inviter.name}}'s profile, visit: {{{inviter.url}}}
- [{{requesting-user.user_login}} would like to join {{site.name}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=169) - {{requesting-user.user_login}} would like to join the site "{{site.name}}". To manage the request, visit: {{{manage.url}}}.
- [Your request to join {{site.name}} has been declined](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=170) - Sorry, your request to join the site "{{site.name}}" has been declined.
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Welcome!](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=150) - Welcome to {{site.name}}! Visit your profile, where you can tell us more about yourself, change your preferences, or make new connections, to get started: {{{profile.url}}} Forgot your password? Don't worry, you can reset it with your email address from this page of our site: {{{lostpassword.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{poster.name}} replied to one of your updates](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=151) - {{poster.name}} replied to one of your updates: "{{usermessage}}" Go to the discussion to reply or catch up on the conversation: {{{thread.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{poster.name}} replied to one of your comments](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=152) - {{poster.name}} replied to one of your comments: "{{usermessage}}" Go to the discussion to reply or catch up on the conversation: {{{thread.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{poster.name}} mentioned you in a status update](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=153) - {{poster.name}} mentioned you in a status update: "{{usermessage}}" Go to the discussion to reply or catch up on the conversation: {{{mentioned.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{poster.name}} replied to one of your updates](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=126) - {{poster.name}} replied to one of your updates: "{{usermessage}}" Go to the discussion to reply or catch up on the conversation: {{{thread.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{poster.name}} replied to one of your comments](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=127) - {{poster.name}} replied to one of your comments: "{{usermessage}}" Go to the discussion to reply or catch up on the conversation: {{{thread.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{poster.name}} mentioned you in a status update](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=128) - {{poster.name}} mentioned you in a status update: "{{usermessage}}" Go to the discussion to reply or catch up on the conversation: {{{mentioned.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{poster.name}} mentioned you in an update](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=129) - {{poster.name}} mentioned you in the group "{{group.name}}": "{{usermessage}}" Go to the discussion to reply or catch up on the conversation: {{{mentioned.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Activate your account](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=130) - Thanks for registering! To complete the activation of your account, go to the following link and click on the 'Activate' button: {{{activate.url}}} If the 'Activation Key' field is empty, copy and paste the following into the field - {{key}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] New friendship request from {{initiator.name}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=131) - {{initiator.name}} wants to add you as a friend. To accept this request and manage all of your pending requests, visit: {{{friend-requests.url}}} To view {{initiator.name}}'s profile, visit: {{{initiator.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{friend.name}} accepted your friendship request](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=132) - {{friend.name}} accepted your friend request. To learn more about them, visit their profile: {{{friendship.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Group details updated](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=133) - Group details for the group "{{group.name}}" were updated: {{changed_text}} To view the group, visit: {{{group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] You have an invitation to the group: "{{group.name}}"](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=134) - {{inviter.name}} has invited you to join the group: "{{group.name}}". {{invite.message}} To accept your invitation, visit: {{{invites.url}}} To learn more about the group, visit: {{{group.url}}}. To view {{inviter.name}}'s profile, visit: {{{inviter.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] You have been promoted in the group: "{{group.name}}"](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=135) - You have been promoted to {{promoted_to}} in the group: "{{group.name}}". To visit the group, go to: {{{group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group: {{group.name}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=136) - {{requesting-user.name}} wants to join the group "{{group.name}}". As you are the administrator of this group, you must either accept or reject the membership request. To manage this and all other pending requests, visit: {{{group-requests.url}}} To view {{requesting-user.name}}'s profile, visit: {{{profile.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Verify your new email address](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=138) - You recently changed the email address associated with your account on {{site.name}} to {{user.email}}. If this is correct, go to the following link to confirm the change: {{{verify.url}}} Otherwise, you can safely ignore and delete this email if you have changed your mind, or if you think you have received this email in error.
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group "{{group.name}}" accepted](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=139) - Your membership request for the group "{{group.name}}" has been accepted. To view the group, visit: {{{group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group "{{group.name}}" rejected](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=140) - Your membership request for the group "{{group.name}}" has been rejected. To request membership again, visit: {{{group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group "{{group.name}}" accepted](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=141) - An administrator accepted an invitation to join "{{group.name}}" on your behalf. If you disagree with this, you can leave the group at anytime visiting your groups memberships page: {{{leave-group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group "{{group.name}}" rejected](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=142) - An administrator rejected an invitation to join "{{group.name}}" on your behalf. If you disagree with this, please contact the site administrator.
- [{{inviter.name}} has invited you to join {{site.name}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=143) - {{inviter.name}} has invited you to join the site "{{site.name}}". {{usermessage}} To accept your invitation, visit: {{{invite.accept_url}}} To learn more about the site, visit: {{{site.url}}}. To view {{inviter.name}}'s profile, visit: {{{inviter.url}}}
- [{{requesting-user.user_login}} would like to join {{site.name}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=144) - {{requesting-user.user_login}} would like to join the site "{{site.name}}". To manage the request, visit: {{{manage.url}}}.
- [Your request to join {{site.name}} has been declined](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=145) - Sorry, your request to join the site "{{site.name}}" has been declined.
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Verify your new email address](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=113) - You recently changed the email address associated with your account on {{site.name}} to {{user.email}}. If this is correct, go to the following link to confirm the change: {{{verify.url}}} Otherwise, you can safely ignore and delete this email if you have changed your mind, or if you think you have received this email in error.
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group "{{group.name}}" accepted](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=114) - Your membership request for the group "{{group.name}}" has been accepted. To view the group, visit: {{{group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group "{{group.name}}" rejected](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=115) - Your membership request for the group "{{group.name}}" has been rejected. To request membership again, visit: {{{group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group "{{group.name}}" accepted](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=116) - An administrator accepted an invitation to join "{{group.name}}" on your behalf. If you disagree with this, you can leave the group at anytime visiting your groups memberships page: {{{leave-group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group "{{group.name}}" rejected](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=117) - An administrator rejected an invitation to join "{{group.name}}" on your behalf. If you disagree with this, please contact the site administrator.
- [{{inviter.name}} has invited you to join {{site.name}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=118) - {{inviter.name}} has invited you to join the site "{{site.name}}". {{usermessage}} To accept your invitation, visit: {{{invite.accept_url}}} To learn more about the site, visit: {{{site.url}}}. To view {{inviter.name}}'s profile, visit: {{{inviter.url}}}
- [{{requesting-user.user_login}} would like to join {{site.name}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=119) - {{requesting-user.user_login}} would like to join the site "{{site.name}}". To manage the request, visit: {{{manage.url}}}.
- [Your request to join {{site.name}} has been declined](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=120) - Sorry, your request to join the site "{{site.name}}" has been declined.
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Welcome!](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=125) - Welcome to {{site.name}}! Visit your profile, where you can tell us more about yourself, change your preferences, or make new connections, to get started: {{{profile.url}}} Forgot your password? Don't worry, you can reset it with your email address from this page of our site: {{{lostpassword.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Welcome!](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=100) - Welcome to {{site.name}}! Visit your profile, where you can tell us more about yourself, change your preferences, or make new connections, to get started: {{{profile.url}}} Forgot your password? Don't worry, you can reset it with your email address from this page of our site: {{{lostpassword.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{poster.name}} replied to one of your updates](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=101) - {{poster.name}} replied to one of your updates: "{{usermessage}}" Go to the discussion to reply or catch up on the conversation: {{{thread.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{poster.name}} replied to one of your comments](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=102) - {{poster.name}} replied to one of your comments: "{{usermessage}}" Go to the discussion to reply or catch up on the conversation: {{{thread.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{poster.name}} mentioned you in a status update](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=103) - {{poster.name}} mentioned you in a status update: "{{usermessage}}" Go to the discussion to reply or catch up on the conversation: {{{mentioned.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{poster.name}} mentioned you in an update](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=104) - {{poster.name}} mentioned you in the group "{{group.name}}": "{{usermessage}}" Go to the discussion to reply or catch up on the conversation: {{{mentioned.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Activate your account](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=105) - Thanks for registering! To complete the activation of your account, go to the following link and click on the 'Activate' button: {{{activate.url}}} If the 'Activation Key' field is empty, copy and paste the following into the field - {{key}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] New friendship request from {{initiator.name}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=106) - {{initiator.name}} wants to add you as a friend. To accept this request and manage all of your pending requests, visit: {{{friend-requests.url}}} To view {{initiator.name}}'s profile, visit: {{{initiator.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{friend.name}} accepted your friendship request](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=107) - {{friend.name}} accepted your friend request. To learn more about them, visit their profile: {{{friendship.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Group details updated](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=108) - Group details for the group "{{group.name}}" were updated: {{changed_text}} To view the group, visit: {{{group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] You have an invitation to the group: "{{group.name}}"](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=109) - {{inviter.name}} has invited you to join the group: "{{group.name}}". {{invite.message}} To accept your invitation, visit: {{{invites.url}}} To learn more about the group, visit: {{{group.url}}}. To view {{inviter.name}}'s profile, visit: {{{inviter.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] You have been promoted in the group: "{{group.name}}"](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=110) - You have been promoted to {{promoted_to}} in the group: "{{group.name}}". To visit the group, go to: {{{group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group: {{group.name}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=111) - {{requesting-user.name}} wants to join the group "{{group.name}}". As you are the administrator of this group, you must either accept or reject the membership request. To manage this and all other pending requests, visit: {{{group-requests.url}}} To view {{requesting-user.name}}'s profile, visit: {{{profile.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Welcome!](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=75) - Welcome to {{site.name}}! Visit your profile, where you can tell us more about yourself, change your preferences, or make new connections, to get started: {{{profile.url}}} Forgot your password? Don't worry, you can reset it with your email address from this page of our site: {{{lostpassword.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{poster.name}} replied to one of your updates](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=76) - {{poster.name}} replied to one of your updates: "{{usermessage}}" Go to the discussion to reply or catch up on the conversation: {{{thread.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{poster.name}} replied to one of your comments](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=77) - {{poster.name}} replied to one of your comments: "{{usermessage}}" Go to the discussion to reply or catch up on the conversation: {{{thread.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{poster.name}} mentioned you in a status update](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=78) - {{poster.name}} mentioned you in a status update: "{{usermessage}}" Go to the discussion to reply or catch up on the conversation: {{{mentioned.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{poster.name}} mentioned you in an update](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=79) - {{poster.name}} mentioned you in the group "{{group.name}}": "{{usermessage}}" Go to the discussion to reply or catch up on the conversation: {{{mentioned.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Activate your account](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=80) - Thanks for registering! To complete the activation of your account, go to the following link and click on the 'Activate' button: {{{activate.url}}} If the 'Activation Key' field is empty, copy and paste the following into the field - {{key}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] New friendship request from {{initiator.name}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=81) - {{initiator.name}} wants to add you as a friend. To accept this request and manage all of your pending requests, visit: {{{friend-requests.url}}} To view {{initiator.name}}'s profile, visit: {{{initiator.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{friend.name}} accepted your friendship request](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=82) - {{friend.name}} accepted your friend request. To learn more about them, visit their profile: {{{friendship.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Group details updated](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=83) - Group details for the group "{{group.name}}" were updated: {{changed_text}} To view the group, visit: {{{group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] You have an invitation to the group: "{{group.name}}"](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=84) - {{inviter.name}} has invited you to join the group: "{{group.name}}". {{invite.message}} To accept your invitation, visit: {{{invites.url}}} To learn more about the group, visit: {{{group.url}}}. To view {{inviter.name}}'s profile, visit: {{{inviter.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] You have been promoted in the group: "{{group.name}}"](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=85) - You have been promoted to {{promoted_to}} in the group: "{{group.name}}". To visit the group, go to: {{{group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group: {{group.name}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=86) - {{requesting-user.name}} wants to join the group "{{group.name}}". As you are the administrator of this group, you must either accept or reject the membership request. To manage this and all other pending requests, visit: {{{group-requests.url}}} To view {{requesting-user.name}}'s profile, visit: {{{profile.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Verify your new email address](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=88) - You recently changed the email address associated with your account on {{site.name}} to {{user.email}}. If this is correct, go to the following link to confirm the change: {{{verify.url}}} Otherwise, you can safely ignore and delete this email if you have changed your mind, or if you think you have received this email in error.
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group "{{group.name}}" accepted](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=89) - Your membership request for the group "{{group.name}}" has been accepted. To view the group, visit: {{{group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group "{{group.name}}" rejected](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=90) - Your membership request for the group "{{group.name}}" has been rejected. To request membership again, visit: {{{group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group "{{group.name}}" accepted](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=91) - An administrator accepted an invitation to join "{{group.name}}" on your behalf. If you disagree with this, you can leave the group at anytime visiting your groups memberships page: {{{leave-group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group "{{group.name}}" rejected](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=92) - An administrator rejected an invitation to join "{{group.name}}" on your behalf. If you disagree with this, please contact the site administrator.
- [{{inviter.name}} has invited you to join {{site.name}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=93) - {{inviter.name}} has invited you to join the site "{{site.name}}". {{usermessage}} To accept your invitation, visit: {{{invite.accept_url}}} To learn more about the site, visit: {{{site.url}}}. To view {{inviter.name}}'s profile, visit: {{{inviter.url}}}
- [{{requesting-user.user_login}} would like to join {{site.name}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=94) - {{requesting-user.user_login}} would like to join the site "{{site.name}}". To manage the request, visit: {{{manage.url}}}.
- [Your request to join {{site.name}} has been declined](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=95) - Sorry, your request to join the site "{{site.name}}" has been declined.
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group "{{group.name}}" accepted](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=66) - An administrator accepted an invitation to join "{{group.name}}" on your behalf. If you disagree with this, you can leave the group at anytime visiting your groups memberships page: {{{leave-group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group "{{group.name}}" rejected](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=67) - An administrator rejected an invitation to join "{{group.name}}" on your behalf. If you disagree with this, please contact the site administrator.
- [{{inviter.name}} has invited you to join {{site.name}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=68) - {{inviter.name}} has invited you to join the site "{{site.name}}". {{usermessage}} To accept your invitation, visit: {{{invite.accept_url}}} To learn more about the site, visit: {{{site.url}}}. To view {{inviter.name}}'s profile, visit: {{{inviter.url}}}
- [{{requesting-user.user_login}} would like to join {{site.name}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=69) - {{requesting-user.user_login}} would like to join the site "{{site.name}}". To manage the request, visit: {{{manage.url}}}.
- [Your request to join {{site.name}} has been declined](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=70) - Sorry, your request to join the site "{{site.name}}" has been declined.
- [[{{{site.name}}}] New message from {{sender.name}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=37) - {{sender.name}} sent you a new message: "{{usersubject}}" "{{usermessage}}" Go to the discussion to reply or catch up on the conversation: {{{message.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Verify your new email address](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=38) - You recently changed the email address associated with your account on {{site.name}} to {{user.email}}. If this is correct, go to the following link to confirm the change: {{{verify.url}}} Otherwise, you can safely ignore and delete this email if you have changed your mind, or if you think you have received this email in error.
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group "{{group.name}}" accepted](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=39) - Your membership request for the group "{{group.name}}" has been accepted. To view the group, visit: {{{group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group "{{group.name}}" rejected](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=40) - Your membership request for the group "{{group.name}}" has been rejected. To request membership again, visit: {{{group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group "{{group.name}}" accepted](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=41) - An administrator accepted an invitation to join "{{group.name}}" on your behalf. If you disagree with this, you can leave the group at anytime visiting your groups memberships page: {{{leave-group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group "{{group.name}}" rejected](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=42) - An administrator rejected an invitation to join "{{group.name}}" on your behalf. If you disagree with this, please contact the site administrator.
- [{{inviter.name}} has invited you to join {{site.name}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=43) - {{inviter.name}} has invited you to join the site "{{site.name}}". {{usermessage}} To accept your invitation, visit: {{{invite.accept_url}}} To learn more about the site, visit: {{{site.url}}}. To view {{inviter.name}}'s profile, visit: {{{inviter.url}}}
- [{{requesting-user.user_login}} would like to join {{site.name}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=44) - {{requesting-user.user_login}} would like to join the site "{{site.name}}". To manage the request, visit: {{{manage.url}}}.
- [Your request to join {{site.name}} has been declined](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=45) - Sorry, your request to join the site "{{site.name}}" has been declined.
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Welcome!](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=50) - Welcome to {{site.name}}! Visit your profile, where you can tell us more about yourself, change your preferences, or make new connections, to get started: {{{profile.url}}} Forgot your password? Don't worry, you can reset it with your email address from this page of our site: {{{lostpassword.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{poster.name}} replied to one of your updates](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=51) - {{poster.name}} replied to one of your updates: "{{usermessage}}" Go to the discussion to reply or catch up on the conversation: {{{thread.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{poster.name}} replied to one of your comments](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=52) - {{poster.name}} replied to one of your comments: "{{usermessage}}" Go to the discussion to reply or catch up on the conversation: {{{thread.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{poster.name}} mentioned you in a status update](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=53) - {{poster.name}} mentioned you in a status update: "{{usermessage}}" Go to the discussion to reply or catch up on the conversation: {{{mentioned.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{poster.name}} mentioned you in an update](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=54) - {{poster.name}} mentioned you in the group "{{group.name}}": "{{usermessage}}" Go to the discussion to reply or catch up on the conversation: {{{mentioned.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Activate your account](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=55) - Thanks for registering! To complete the activation of your account, go to the following link and click on the 'Activate' button: {{{activate.url}}} If the 'Activation Key' field is empty, copy and paste the following into the field - {{key}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] New friendship request from {{initiator.name}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=56) - {{initiator.name}} wants to add you as a friend. To accept this request and manage all of your pending requests, visit: {{{friend-requests.url}}} To view {{initiator.name}}'s profile, visit: {{{initiator.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{friend.name}} accepted your friendship request](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=57) - {{friend.name}} accepted your friend request. To learn more about them, visit their profile: {{{friendship.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Group details updated](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=58) - Group details for the group "{{group.name}}" were updated: {{changed_text}} To view the group, visit: {{{group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] You have an invitation to the group: "{{group.name}}"](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=59) - {{inviter.name}} has invited you to join the group: "{{group.name}}". {{invite.message}} To accept your invitation, visit: {{{invites.url}}} To learn more about the group, visit: {{{group.url}}}. To view {{inviter.name}}'s profile, visit: {{{inviter.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] You have been promoted in the group: "{{group.name}}"](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=60) - You have been promoted to {{promoted_to}} in the group: "{{group.name}}". To visit the group, go to: {{{group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group: {{group.name}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=61) - {{requesting-user.name}} wants to join the group "{{group.name}}". As you are the administrator of this group, you must either accept or reject the membership request. To manage this and all other pending requests, visit: {{{group-requests.url}}} To view {{requesting-user.name}}'s profile, visit: {{{profile.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] New message from {{sender.name}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=62) - {{sender.name}} sent you a new message: "{{usersubject}}" "{{usermessage}}" Go to the discussion to reply or catch up on the conversation: {{{message.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Verify your new email address](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=63) - You recently changed the email address associated with your account on {{site.name}} to {{user.email}}. If this is correct, go to the following link to confirm the change: {{{verify.url}}} Otherwise, you can safely ignore and delete this email if you have changed your mind, or if you think you have received this email in error.
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group "{{group.name}}" accepted](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=64) - Your membership request for the group "{{group.name}}" has been accepted. To view the group, visit: {{{group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group "{{group.name}}" rejected](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=65) - Your membership request for the group "{{group.name}}" has been rejected. To request membership again, visit: {{{group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Welcome!](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=25) - Welcome to {{site.name}}! Visit your profile, where you can tell us more about yourself, change your preferences, or make new connections, to get started: {{{profile.url}}} Forgot your password? Don't worry, you can reset it with your email address from this page of our site: {{{lostpassword.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{poster.name}} replied to one of your updates](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=26) - {{poster.name}} replied to one of your updates: "{{usermessage}}" Go to the discussion to reply or catch up on the conversation: {{{thread.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{poster.name}} replied to one of your comments](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=27) - {{poster.name}} replied to one of your comments: "{{usermessage}}" Go to the discussion to reply or catch up on the conversation: {{{thread.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{poster.name}} mentioned you in a status update](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=28) - {{poster.name}} mentioned you in a status update: "{{usermessage}}" Go to the discussion to reply or catch up on the conversation: {{{mentioned.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{poster.name}} mentioned you in an update](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=29) - {{poster.name}} mentioned you in the group "{{group.name}}": "{{usermessage}}" Go to the discussion to reply or catch up on the conversation: {{{mentioned.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Activate your account](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=30) - Thanks for registering! To complete the activation of your account, go to the following link and click on the 'Activate' button: {{{activate.url}}} If the 'Activation Key' field is empty, copy and paste the following into the field - {{key}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] New friendship request from {{initiator.name}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=31) - {{initiator.name}} wants to add you as a friend. To accept this request and manage all of your pending requests, visit: {{{friend-requests.url}}} To view {{initiator.name}}'s profile, visit: {{{initiator.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] {{friend.name}} accepted your friendship request](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=32) - {{friend.name}} accepted your friend request. To learn more about them, visit their profile: {{{friendship.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Group details updated](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=33) - Group details for the group "{{group.name}}" were updated: {{changed_text}} To view the group, visit: {{{group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] You have an invitation to the group: "{{group.name}}"](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=34) - {{inviter.name}} has invited you to join the group: "{{group.name}}". {{invite.message}} To accept your invitation, visit: {{{invites.url}}} To learn more about the group, visit: {{{group.url}}}. To view {{inviter.name}}'s profile, visit: {{{inviter.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] You have been promoted in the group: "{{group.name}}"](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=35) - You have been promoted to {{promoted_to}} in the group: "{{group.name}}". To visit the group, go to: {{{group.url}}}
- [[{{{site.name}}}] Membership request for group: {{group.name}}](https://fcct.ca/?post_type=bp-email&p=36) - {{requesting-user.name}} wants to join the group "{{group.name}}". As you are the administrator of this group, you must either accept or reject the membership request. To manage this and all other pending requests, visit: {{{group-requests.url}}} To view {{requesting-user.name}}'s profile, visit: {{{profile.url}}}

## Product categories

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