Courses are available for prospective daycare parents. The number of lessons has varied, but the course can last for several weeks, even months. This includes providing education on the upbringing and care of children, their needs and development.
Courses are available for prospective daycare parents. The number of lessons has varied, but the course can last for several weeks, even months. This includes providing education on the upbringing and care of children, their needs and development.
The courses are held by the municipalities and it is advisable to contact the relevant municipality. Further information can be found in the regulation on day care for children in homes and a brochure from the City of Reykjavík on day care.
If you are interested in becoming a daycare parent, contact your municipality for further information. Courses should be open to all who wish to work as such.
The courses can be structured in different ways, but they should cover child care, pediatrics, accidents, first aid and child safety. The responsibilities and rights of daycare parents are also covered.
After the course, you can apply for a permit to work as a daycare parent to the social affairs committee or social affairs council of the municipality in question.
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