CLASP
What does CLASP stand for
Child Life Association of Stevens Point
The two main theorists talked about in child life.
Piaget and Erikson
Name one intervention that child life specialists do in the medical setting.
diagnosis education, sibling support, parent support, procedural preparation/education, Procedural support, greif/bereavement, coping education.
The national organization in charge of certification, accreditation, and professional development.
Association of Child Life Professionals (ACLP)
Two types of opportunities you get by joining and being an active member of CLASP?
Volunteering, networking, educational/conferences, meet new people
Theorist that focuses on psychosocial development.
Erikson
Child life supports patients, siblings, and ______
parents
The three areas of volunteer experience needed to become a Child Life Specialist.
Well Child, Special Situations, Hospitalized Children
Support system, volunteer opportunities, tips and tricks to be successful
Theorist that focuses on cognitive development
Piaget
Find the item that helps children cope with pokes like IV's or shots.
Buzzy
Number of courses required to become a child life specialist.
10
Name someone you can reach out to for questions about Child Life, CLASP, or the major.
Tessa Wheat, Abby Baker, Dr. Wall, an officer
What is one stressor for infants in the hospital/ medical environment?
Lack of or too much stimulation, pain, separation, etc
Medical play is appropriate for what age groups.
preschoolers, school aged (sometimes may be appropriate for teens)
Your bachelors degree can be in what field.
Anything! But preferably child development, psychology, family studies, or a related field.
Within 20 secconds, bring up one of our social media pages showing that you are following it.
N/A
Name an alternative setting that a CCLS can work at.
School, private practice, nonprofit, child advocacy center
Find an item that may be beneficial for a school aged child for distraction or education.
medkin, fidget toys, etc
Name 5 of the 10 required courses.
1 child life course, 2 child development courses, 1 family systems course, 1 play course, 1 loss/bereavement or death/dying course, 1 research course, 3 additional courses in related areas.