Personal & Public Services
At a Glance
- Provides foundation of knowledge, skills, attitudes, and techniques to improve the quality of family child care providers and to programs they offer.
- Program length is two quarters if full time and regular student status.
Family Child Care Provider
DESCRIPTION: (Available online only)
The purpose of the Family Child Care Provider Technical Certificate of Credit (TCC) program is to provide a solid Early Child Care and Education foundation of knowledge, skills, attitudes, and techniques that will improve the quality of care for children who are cared for by family child care providers. The program will provide guidelines and responsibilities for professional business practices associated with the successful establishment and administration of a Family Child Care Home.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
The Family Child Care Provider Technical Certificate of Credit (TCC) Program prepares students for careers in the field of Early Childhood Care and Education as a Family Child Care Provider and Small Business Owner. In addition, graduates of this program will have basic courses in early childhood that will help them qualify for a variety of positions including: Early Childhood program teachers, teacher's aides, caregivers, and paraprofessionals. They work primarily in their own home running a small business as a family child care provider but they may also work as an employee of another family child care provider. They work in various other early childhood program settings as well, including: Nursery Schools, Pre-schools, Child Development Centers, Day Care Centers, Recreation Programs, and Early Childhood Exceptional Needs Programs. Position qualifications vary depending upon job setting.
ADMISSIONS CRITERIA:
Attainment of at least 18 years of age; achievement of minimum regular admission scores on reading 38, writing 35, and math 35; and high school graduation or satisfaction of High School Equivalency Certificate requirement
PROGRAM COSTS: (Program costs are estimates and are subject to change)
Application fee: $15; Tuition: $1,034; Fees: $162; Books & Supplies: $377.46; Annual additional insurance fee: $ 11.50; Other program specific costs: $15; Total Program Costs: $1,614.96
PROGRAM LENGTH:
Two quarters if full time regular student
Program Requirements
Introduces concepts related to the responsibilities and procedures involved in a variety of early childhood care situations. This course addresses key CDA competency goals and functional areas. Topics include: historical perspectives, transtitional activities, career opportunities, work ethics, functioning in a team environment, guidance, program management, learning environment, cultural diversity, licensure and accreditation, and professional development file (portfolio) guidelines.
Introduces the student to the physical, social, emotional and cognitive development of the young child (0 through 5 years of age). Provides for competency development in observing, recording, and interpreting growth and development stages in the young child, advancing physical and intellectual competence, supporting social and emotional development and providing positive guidance. Topics include: development characteristics, observation and recording, theory and practice, guidance techniques, developmentally appropriate practice, and introduction to children with special needs.
Introduces the theory, practices, and requirements for establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy learning environment. Topics include: CPR and first aid, health issues, safety issues, child abuse and neglect, and nutritional needs of children.
Provides the guidelines, responsibilities, and appropriate practices needed for successful management of a Family Child Care Home. Topics include: rules and regulations; professional practices; and program management.
Provides guidelines and responsibilities for professional business practices associated with the successful establishment and administration of a Family Child Care Home. Topics include: business plans; budgeting; taxes; marketing, record keeping and professional qualifications.
