2012

Director Certification Course - Minimum Standard §746.1015-A7

Non Renewable Certificate    

Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays
5:00 pm to 8:15 pm 

Classes for 2012
June 5, 2012 - August 15, 2012
October 2, 2012 - December 13, 2012

 

The
Format

 The structure includes theory and lecture based interactive sessions, small group activities, hands-on practical experience, field trips, and guest speakers who provide information relating to community resources available to early childhood programs.

The Curriculum

This Texas Department of Family and Protective Services approved curriculum has been designed to fulfill the Continuing Education Requirements for those individuals seeking to qualify as Child Care Center Directors under Section  (746.1015 A-7) December 2010, of the Department of Family and Protective and Services’ Minimum Standards for Child Care Centers.

This course is comprised of two (2) parts: Business Management for Child Care Centers and Management of Early Childhood Development Programs.

Part I

The Business Management Component includes:

-D.F.P.S. Minimum Standards
-The development of a plan of operation
-The development of a business plan and budget
-Marketing the facility and increasing enrollment
-Time management
-Staff recruitment, motivation, and supervision.
-Health and safety
-Facility requirements for indoor and outdoor activities

Part II

The Management of the Early Childhood Development Program Component includes:

-Principles of early childhood development
-The application of principles of early childhood development in the management of facilities
-Curriculum development
-The use of conferences as a communication tool with staff, children, and parents
-Field trip planning
-Cultural enrichment programs
-After-school programs

The Instructors

 The course will be taught by Early Childhood Development Specialists and other professional support staff with business and program management experience in child care.

State Requirements

In order too qualify as a director with Child Care Council’s Director Certification Course one must:

  • Be at least 21 years of age.

  • Have a high school diploma or equivalent.

  • Have three years experience working in a licensed child care center as a director or a staff member.

Cost

 The basic fee for the course is $900.00. This includes the class textbook and all handout materials.

Enrollment

Please mail in the enrollment form with a minimum non refundable $300.00 down payment.  The balance of $600.00 can be made in two payments, $300.00 due four weeks after the start date of the class and the balance $300.00 due eight weeks after the start of the class. To register on line click on the following link,  fill out and submit the enrollment form.  Registration

Register early as class fills up quickly. If minimum enrollment of 7 people (with $300.00 down payment) is not met one week prior to the first class date, the class will not be held. All enrollments for the cancelled class will be transferred to another class. If you have any questions please call Anita in the Training Department at (713) 266-6045, ext 110 or email anita@cccghi.com.

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