Dr. Charlotte Hendricks
Dr. Charlotte Hendricks, President and founder of www.childhealthonline.org, has promoted health education for young children, parents, and teachers for over 30 years. She pioneered research and curriculum development for preschool health education based on the principle that adults are responsible for children's health and safety; however, young children need to explore their work and begin to develop decision-making skills and healthy habits to promote lifelong health. She earned her Bachelor's and Master's degrees from Western Kentucky University, and a doctoral degree from Indiana University. Her formal education focused on health and safety, program evaluation, and research in early childhood health education.
Her career began in 1980 with a district health department, and continued with experience in higher education, Head Start, and national research projects, including coordinating one of 10 national Centers of Excellence in Early Childhood. Recognized as a leader in her field, she often presents for Head Start programs, as well as at state and national conferences. Her high energy presentations illustrate her knowledge of research and national standards, while providing practical and cost-effective solutions to issues facing parents, teachers, and child caregivers.
She is Editor of Healthy CHILDCare and a reviewer for journals of national professional organizations. Hendricks has developed numerous resources and training modules for early childhood settings, including resources for state and national organizations, such as the National Association for Education of Young Children, the American School Health Association, and the California Department of Education.
Hendricks uses innovative methods to reach adults with health and safety messages. "You first have to get their attention," says Dr. Hendricks, and she often does this with the use of cartoons and graphics, followed by concise and accurate information. Resources such as HIP on Health® provide parents and teachers with practical information and ways to promote children's health and development, while keeping them safe from injury. Her latest publication, Redleaf Quick Guide to Medical Emergencies in Early Childhood Settings, exemplifies her ability to present essential information in an easy-to-follow format. Hendricks has several published curricula and resource materials, including Growing, Growing Strong: A Whole Health Curriculum for Young Children.
In addition to child health and safety, Dr. Hendricks’ provides both training and consulting on topics such as Community Assessments, developing policy and procedures manuals, communicating effectively with parents, staff training methods, and preparing for program reviews.
E-mail: chendricks@childhealthonline.org
Tel: (205) 663-7402
Website: childhealthonline.org
Read more from Dr. Charlotte Hendricks
Developing and Using an Effective Community Assessment, a presentation delivered by Dr. Charlotte Hendricks at the 40th Annual Head Start Conference. Click here (PDF)
Emergency Events: Are you Prepared, a presentation delivered by Dr. Charlotte Hendricks at the 40th Annual Head Start Conference. Click here (PDF)
Health & Safety Training for Staff and Families: Tips from a Seasoned Trainer, notes from a training offered by Dr. Charlotte Hendricks. Click here (PDF)
2013 Fall Leadership Institute
Dr. Hendricks presented a Pre-Institute sesssion at the 2013 Fall Leadership Institute in Washington, D.C.
Click here to read about the session (PDF)