Child Care: Professional Practice
What You'll Learn
The Child Care: Professional Practice Microcredential will provide foundational knowledge and content regarding early child development, childcare, activity planning, and classroom management. Content will include the teacher’s role in promoting health, safety, and nutrition, as well as adherence to state childcare licensing regulations. Curriculum planning will include information on creating a child-centered, child-led classroom; play-based learning centers; routines and schedules; parent involvement and communication; assessment and observation; intervention strategies; and the responsibilities of all in ensuring high-quality care. Upon completion of the 4-course Microcredential, individuals will have acquired the knowledge, practical skills, and professional competence to obtain a teaching position in the childcare industry.
Online
Delivery
1-2 semesters
Estimated Time to Complete
12 credits
Stackable
$3,755
Estimated Cost
Required
Skills Covered
- Child Development
- Classroom Management
- Teaching
- Curriculum Planning
- Communication
- Support Services
- Leadership
- Educational Administration
Stackable to Degrees
Credits earned in the completion of this microcredential can be applied toward completion of a related certificate or degree program. It is a building block that gives you a jump start to education and career success.
Costs
SUNY Canton is committed to providing the best education at an affordable cost. Microcredentials are another cost-effective way to build skills with quality courses.
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This program qualifies for the new Part-Time TAP for Non-Degree Programs. Learn more about eligibility.