Introduction to Core Content F19

Do you know the difference between Kentucky Early Childhood Core Content and the Kentucky Early Childhood Standards?

Kentucky Early Childhood Core Content

is the specific knowledge, competencies, and characteristics needed by Early Childhood professionals. It is the foundation for determining training content, course content, and competency standards for professional performance. As a Trainer you will be using this document.

Kentucky Early Childhood Standards

Represent specific learning competencies for children ages birth through four years. These Standards tell what children need to know and do for their age range.

You should already have a copy of Core Content – it’s the Appendix to Overview of Kentucky’s Professional Development Framework 2011.

If you have not printed a copy yet, go to: https://kidsnow.ky.gov/professionals/Documents/pd-framework-2011.pdf (You may need to copy and paste this web address into your browser.)

Core Content is Appendix A pg. 37-82.