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The Hidden Costs of Modern Childcare Training: A Critical Look
In recent times, there's been a noticeable shift in the way early childhood education and care are approached, particularly regarding the priorities set for childcare workers. Many recall a simpler era where training focused primarily on the fundamental needs of children—such as how not to drop a baby or feed a toddler the wrong snack. Today, however, the landscape has dramatically changed, with government-mandated programs emphasizing social and cultural topics, sometimes at the expense of core safety and health principles.