NAVMC 1710.8 — Child And Youth Programs (cyp) Professional Development Protocol

NAVMC 1710.8 governs the Child and Youth Programs Professional Development Training Program and its competency requirements.

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  • Publication number: NAVMC 1710.8
  • Title: CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAMS (CYP) PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROTOCOL
  • Date: 26 Nov 2024
  • Proponent: 01000 Military Personnel
  • Status: New

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It establishes foundation and annual training, coaching, observations, professional development planning, and credentialing support for CYP Professionals. It also specifies training documentation, Ethos LMS records, position-based requirements, and support for newly hired and transferring Professionals.

Topics covered

  • Foundation training
  • Annual CYP training
  • Position training requirements
  • Coaching process
  • Focused observations
  • Child Development Associate credentialing
  • Ethos Learning Management System

Questions and answers

How much orientation must newly hired CYP Direct Care Professionals and FCC Providers complete?

All newly hired CYP Direct Care Professionals and FCC Providers complete 40 hours of orientation. Orientation begins prior to working with children, with the full 40 hours completed within the first 90 days of employment. (paragraph 1)

How much ongoing training do CYP Direct Care Professionals and FCC Providers need each year?

CYP Direct Care Professionals and FCC Providers complete a minimum of 24 hours per year of ongoing training. (paragraph 1)

How long does annual CYP training remain valid?

Annual CYP (required) training remains valid for 12 months from the date training is completed. (paragraph 1)

When must CYP training documentation be entered into Ethos LMS?

TCS ensures all training documentation is completed in Ethos LMS within five business days of the completed training. (paragraph 1)

How long must formal observations be conducted?

Observations are conducted for at least 45 minutes at a time. (paragraph 4)

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