Kentucky Orientation Course

You will be able to provide your registry ID after you have completed the quiz for the course. If you pass the quiz we will report your course completion to the Kentucky state registry using the registry ID that you provide.

The Kentucky Orientation for Early Childhood Educators provides new early childhood professionals with a foundational understanding of the responsibilities, standards, and best practices required to ensure high-quality care for young children. This self-paced online course introduces essential knowledge in three core areas: Health, Safety and Sanitation, Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention, and Recommended Practices for Early Childhood Settings.

Participants will learn how to maintain safe and healthy learning environments, recognize and report suspected abuse, and implement developmentally appropriate practices that support children’s growth and well-being. Designed for individuals entering the early childhood field in Kentucky, this course equips educators with the skills and awareness needed to create nurturing, compliant, and responsive early learning experiences. Upon completion, learners will be better prepared to meet state expectations, protect children’s welfare, and contribute to high-quality early childhood programs.
Course Length – 6.0 hours

Participants who successfully complete this course will be able to:

• Identify and implement required health, hygiene, and sanitation practices to prevent the spread of illness in early childhood settings.

• Recognize signs and indicators of child abuse and neglect and accurately follow Kentucky’s mandated reporting procedures.

• Demonstrate knowledge of core safety practices, including active supervision, emergency preparation, and accident prevention strategies.

• Apply recommended early childhood practices that support positive behavior, nurturing interactions, and developmentally appropriate learning experiences.

• Maintain a safe and developmentally appropriate environment by understanding and following Kentucky licensing regulations and program policies.