Increasing Optimization of SDIDTK Training for PAUD Teachers during the Covid 19 Pandemic

Abstract

The most important period in a child's growth and development is during the toddler years, because during this period the toddler's basic growth will influence the child's subsequent development. The development of language, children's creativity, social, emotional and intelligence awareness during toddlerhood will develop very quickly and is the next foundation in development. Previous research stated that out of 500 children whose development was measured aged 0-6 years in Jakarta, it was found that 11.9% of children experienced growth and development abnormalities. Sleman data for 2021 states that the number of stunting among children is 3445 under five. Based on data from the Jember Health Service, it is stated that the coverage of child growth and development detection has decreased from 60.58% in 2009 and in 2010 to 50.89%. The role of various parties is very important in overcoming growth and development problems in children, one of which is the role of Early Childhood Teachers. Based on these problems, it is necessary to implement strategies to reduce developmental problems in children early by holding cadre training on SDIDTK (Stimulation, Detection and Early Intervention of Child Growth and Development). Increasing optimization of PAUD teacher services with SDIDTK training. The method used is health education and training on SDIDTK. There was an increase in the level of SDIDTK knowledge among PAUD teachers where before training/counseling the average level of teacher knowledge was 52.82 and knowledge after counseling/training was 80.31. Conclusion: Education or counseling or training for PAUD teachers is effective in increasing knowledge related to SDIDTK.