日前，连云港市妇幼保健院与连云港师范学院举行"托幼一体化人才培养合作协议暨实践教学基地共建协议"签约仪式。连云港师范学院副校长丁红星，连 云港市妇幼保健院院长汤丽莎、副院长闫冬梅，及校、院相关部门负责人参加活动。 丁红星在讲话中对合作前景充满信心。他重点围绕托育一体化人才培养与教学成果申报进行了阐述，指出此次合作是深化"医教融合"、创新人才培养机制 的重要契机。他表示，未来院校双方将不断拓宽合作深度与广度，重点在专业建设、师资队伍建设、人才培养模式创新及教学成果培育等方面开展深入协 作。他期待通过资源共享与优势互补，共同打造具有区域影响力的托育人才培养高地，为推动地方婴幼儿照护与教育事业发展注入新动能。 签约仪式前，与会人员实地调研了医院托育及儿童康复工作。 此次签约不仅是校院合作的崭新起点，更是连云港市在托育服务与人才培养领域的一次重要探索。双方将以此次合作为契机，携手共进，为提升全市儿童 健康水平与人口素质贡献更大力量。 通讯员邵晓丽周思月扬子晚报/紫牛新闻记者张凌飞 校对陶善工 汤丽莎致辞。她代表全院干部职工对连云港师范学院一行的到来表示热烈欢迎，并对师范学院同仁为合作所付出的努力致以衷心感谢。她表示， ...

Core Viewpoint - The establishment of the "Infant Development and Health Management" program at Shaanxi Preschool Normal University aims to address the significant gap between the demand and supply of childcare services in China, particularly for children under three years old [3][4]. Group 1: Program Overview - Shaanxi Preschool Normal University has been approved to offer the first undergraduate program in "Infant Development and Health Management" in China, with the first cohort of students starting this academic year [1][2]. - The program emphasizes a curriculum that integrates theory and practice, focusing on cultivating versatile talents who possess both professional knowledge and management skills [3][4]. Group 2: Market Demand - According to national health statistics, there are approximately 30 million infants under three years old in China, with over 30% of families expressing a need for childcare services. However, the actual enrollment rate in childcare facilities is only 7.86%, indicating a significant disparity between supply and demand [3][4]. Group 3: Student Experience and Facilities - The program has enrolled 87 students in its first batch, with a notable gender diversity reflected in the enrollment (15 male students) [4]. - The university has invested in practical training facilities, including child brainwave and behavior observation labs, and has equipped them with professional infant development assessment tools and health monitoring devices [4][6]. - Students are provided with opportunities for hands-on experience through partnerships with various childcare centers and health institutions, ensuring a seamless transition from academic learning to professional practice [6]. Group 4: Career Prospects - Graduates of the program are expected to find employment in areas related to the care and early development of infants aged 0 to 3 years, including childcare institutions, kindergartens, maternal and child health hospitals, and community health service centers [6].

Core Viewpoint - The establishment of the Infant Development and Health Management major aims to address the increasing demand for childcare services in China, particularly for dual-income families facing challenges in infant care [2][5][10]. Group 1: Industry Demand and Challenges - There is a significant demand for childcare services, with approximately 30% of families with infants under three years old seeking such services [2]. - The infant care industry is experiencing a structural talent shortage, with only 500,000 certified caregivers nationwide, and less than 10% holding a bachelor's degree [3]. - The current workforce lacks comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in infant development assessment and family nurturing guidance [3]. Group 2: Educational Initiatives - The Ministry of Education has included the Infant Development and Health Management major in the 2025 undergraduate program directory, with Shandong Women's University and Shaanxi Preschool Normal University being the first institutions to offer this program [1][4]. - The new major focuses on cultivating professionals who can provide quality infant care and education, emphasizing the need for interdisciplinary knowledge in medicine, education, management, and psychology [7][10]. Group 3: Curriculum and Training - The curriculum includes essential courses such as infant physiology, psychology, nutrition, and disease prevention, aiming to develop comprehensive caregiving and assessment skills [8]. - The program's core objectives are to ensure graduates can care for infants, assess their development, guide families, manage childcare institutions, and engage in lifelong learning [8][9]. Group 4: Employment Opportunities - Graduates of the new major will find employment opportunities in various sectors, including childcare service centers, kindergartens, early education centers, and community health services [10]. - The industry is expected to grow significantly, with increasing recognition of the professional value of childcare workers and improved career prospects and income levels [10][11].

Core Viewpoint - The establishment of the Infant Development and Health Management major aims to address the increasing demand for childcare services in China, particularly for dual-income families facing challenges in finding reliable care for their children during work hours [4][5][6]. Group 1: Industry Demand and Challenges - There are approximately 30 million infants under the age of three in China, with over 30% of families expressing a need for childcare services [5]. - The childcare industry is experiencing a structural talent shortage, with only 500,000 certified caregivers nationwide, and less than 10% holding a bachelor's degree [6]. - Existing childcare workers often lack systematic knowledge and practical skills in infant development assessment and family nurturing guidance [6]. Group 2: Educational Initiatives - The Ministry of Education has included the Infant Development and Health Management major in the 2025 undergraduate program directory, with Shandong Women's University and Shaanxi Preschool Normal University being the first institutions to offer this program [4][8]. - The new major aims to cultivate professionals who possess comprehensive skills in infant care, family education support, and management of childcare institutions [8][10]. Group 3: Professional Development and Career Opportunities - Graduates of the Infant Development and Health Management major will have diverse employment opportunities in childcare service centers, kindergartens, early education centers, and community health services [10][11]. - The industry is expected to see increased recognition of professional value and improved career development pathways, along with better income prospects for childcare workers [11]. Group 4: Skills and Qualities for Success - Candidates for the major should have a genuine love for children and possess patience, as working with infants requires understanding their unique needs and behaviors [12]. - The program emphasizes the importance of systematic professional training and the ability to provide individualized support for each child's development [12].