105 Arizona Early Childhood Workforce Knowledge & Competencies Professionalism Rationale Core Knowledge Components Core Knowledge Competencies 1. Commitment to Quality 1.1 Regulatory Standards 1.2 Quality Improvement 2. Professional Development 2.1 Content Knowledge 2.2 Use of Resources 2.3 Hygiene & appropriate Dress 2.4 Professional Attitude 2.5 Positive Relationship with Colleagues 2.6 Professional Work Habits 2.7 Balancing Work and Personal Growth 2.8 Supporting Program Goals 2.9 Continual Updating of Knowledge 2.10 Participating in Reflective Practice and Research 2.11 Philosophy of Early Childhood Practice 2.12 Continual Professional Development 3. Ethics 3.1 Ethics in Communications & Interactions 3.2 Ethics Pertaining to Confidentiality 4. Leadership 4.1 Communicating with the Broader Community 4.2 Exhibiting Classroom and program Leadership Skills 4.3 Advocating for Appropriate Practices in the Early Childhood Field