8.2: California Early Childhood Educator Competencies Last updated Save as PDF Page ID 208162 Cindy Stephens, Gina Peterson, Sharon Eyrich, & Jennifer Paris College of the Canyons via College of the Canyons The following competencies are addressed in this chapter: Child Development and Learning Culture, Diversity, and Equity Family and Community Engagement Health, Safety, and Nutrition Learning Environments and Curriculum Observation, Screening, Assessment, and Documentation Relationships, Interaction, and Guidance Special Needs and Inclusion Family and Community Engagement