Noncredit Schedule of Classes

This course will provide information, strategies, and resources on how to develop and implement an early childhood environment that is inclusive to all children and families. Successful completion of this course results in receipt of the three-hour certificate required by Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care. Transcript available. Senior adult and disabled retiree tuition waivers apply.

This course will explore best practices for the care of infants and toddlers. The importance of nurturing relationships will be discussed, along with how to turn caregiving routines into learning opportunities. Attention will be given to how partnerships can be formed with families and children, including those from diverse backgrounds. Issues important to the effective care of very young children will be addressed including: special needs, breastfeeding, SIDs prevention, effective environments, and equity. Additional Information Required by State Regulations Students who complete both EDUC103 and EDUC110 are eligible for the 90-hour Infant and Toddler Certificate required by the Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care. **Child Care Credentialing Information: This course includes 45 hours Core of Knowledge training including: 3 hours in Child Development: Introduction to Observation and Assessment of Children; 3 additional hours in child development; 3 hours in Curriculum: Resources the Guide Daily Planning; 3 hours in Curriculum: Developmentally Appropriate Practice (including children with special needs); 3 hours in Curriculum: Taking Learning Outside; 12 additional hours in Curriculum; 3 hours in Health Safety and Nutrition: Special Considerations for Infants including supporting breastfeeding and SIDs prevention; 3 hours in Special Needs: Supporting Children with Disabilities, Delays, or Special Health Care Needs; 3 hours in Professionalism: Environmental Rating Scales; 3 hours in Professionalism: The Child Care Provider as Professional; 3 hours in Community: Anti-bias/Cultural Competence; and 3 hours in Community: Family & Community Partnerships.

This course addresses the management skills necessary when functioning as a site manager in a child care facility. Students are introduced to training of staff, accounting for funds, purchasing, recruiting, staffing, budgeting, communicating with parents, fundraising, locating community resources and making positive referrals. Registrants should have their 90-hour certification. This course meets OCC requirements for child care directors for 3 semester hours of administrative training.

This course will explore best practices in the field of early childhood education. Emphasis will be placed on fostering development of the whole child through developmentally appropriate practices. Other issues pertinent to the education of young children will be addressed including: family partnerships, diversity, relationships, brain development, and current trends in early childhood education. Additional Information Required by State Regulations Students who complete both EDUC103 and EDUC104 are eligible for the 90-hour Preschool Certificate required by the Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care. **CHILD CARE CREDENTIALING INFORMATION: This course includes 45 hours in core of knowledge training including 3 hours in child Development: Introduction to Observation and Assessment of Children; 3 hours of Curriculum: Resources that Guide Daily Planning; 3 hours in Curriculum: Developmentally Appropriate Practice (including children with special needs); 3 hours in Curriculum: Taking Learning Outside; 15 additional hours in Curriculum; 3 hours in Special Needs: Supporting Children with Disabilities, Delays, or Special Health Care Needs; 3 hours in Professionalism: Environmental Rating Scales; 3 hours in Professionalism: The Child Care Provider as Professional; 3 additional hours in Professionalism; 3 hours in Community: Anti-bias/Cultural Competence; and 3 hours in Community: Family & Community Partnerships. **CHILD CARE CREDENTIALING INFORMATION: This course includes 45 hours in core of knowledge training including 3 hours in child Development: Introduction to Observation and Assessment of Children; 3 hours of Curriculum: Resources that Guide Daily Planning; 3 hours in Curriculum: Developmentally Appropriate Practice (including children with special needs); 3 hours in Curriculum: Taking Learning Outside; 18 hours in additional core of knowledge training in Curriculum; 3 hours in Special Needs: Supporting Children with Disabilities, Delays, or Special Health Care Needs; 3 hours in Professionalism: Environmental Rating Scales; 3 hours in Professionalism: The Child Care Provider as Professional; and 3 hours in additional core of knowledge training in Professionalism.

This course is designed to provide students with knowledge of child development from birth to age twelve. Emphasis is placed on development and learning theories, factors which influence the development of young children, and the identification of children who are at risk for developmental delays. Other important issues related to the development of young children are also addressed including: school readiness, developmental assessment, families, developmentally appropriate practices and current trends in the field. Additional Information Required by State Regulations **Child Care Credentialing Information: This course includes 45 hours in core of knowledge training including 3 hours in Child Development: Introduction to Observation and Assessment of Children; 24 hours in additional core of knowledge training in Child Development; 3 hours in Curriculum: Developmentally Appropriate Practice (including children with special needs); 3 hours in additional core of knowledge training in Curriculum; 3 hours in Health, Safety & Nutrition: Nutrition & Active Learning; 3 hours in Special Needs; 3 hours in Community: Anti-bias/Cultural Competence; and 3 hours in Community: Family & Community Partnerships.