Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	Child Care Center Management Specialization
Career Cluster:	Education & Training

CCC	
CIP Number	0419070906	
Program Type	College Credit Certificate (CCC)	
Program Length	12 credit hours	
CTSO	N/A	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	Please see the CIP to SOC Crosswalk located at the link below.	
CTE Program Resources 	http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml	

Purpose

This certificate program is part of the Early Childhood Education AS degree program (1413121004).  

A College Credit Certificate consists of a program of instruction of less than sixty (60) credits of college-level courses, which is part of an AS or AAS degree program and prepares students for entry into employment (Rule 6A-14.030, F.A.C.).

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Education & Training career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Education & Training career cluster. 

The purpose of this program is to prepare students as child care administrators with the knowledge and skills to effectively manage a quality childcare program or to provide supplementary training for persons previously or currently employed in these occupations.  

Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Demonstrate knowledge of early childhood education programming and management.  
02.0	Demonstrate skills in managing the financial and legal aspects of a child care center.  
03.0	Demonstrate leadership and organizational skills.  
04.0	Demonstrate knowledge of appropriate methods of guidance and program management.  
05.0	Develop and maintain systems for monitoring practices related to health, safety, and nutrition.  
06.0	Develop and examine policies that promote alliances with families and collaboration among programs and community resources.  

Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	Child Care Center Management Specialization
CIP Number:	0419070906	
Program Length:	12 credit hours	

This certificate program is part of the Early Childhood Education AS degree program (1413121004).  At the completion of this program, the student will be able to:	
01.0	Demonstrate knowledge of early childhood education programming and management.  The student will be able to:	
01.01	Define and describe the philosophy and policies of a child development center.	
01.02	Identify and evaluate models of early childhood programs.	
01.03	Develop plans to meet long and short-term goals for early childhood programs.	
01.04	Apply child growth and development theories and principles to quality programming for children.	
01.05	Identify developmentally appropriate supplies and materials for the center learning environment.	
01.06	Plan and implement developmentally appropriate events (i.e., field trips, programs, resources, etc.).	
01.07	Demonstrate an understanding of maintaining systems for ongoing assessment and documentation related to individual children in the program.   	
01.08	Recognize a culturally sensitive, unbiased and inclusive curriculum based on principles of child development.	
01.09	Demonstrate knowledge of principles and practices in evaluating all aspects of early childhood programs (i.e., social emotional, culturally appropriate environment, curriculum and staff).	
01.10	Describe state and national standards, policies, and their position statements for the use of technology and interactive media with young children. 	
01.11	Identify the challenges and opportunities regarding the integration of technology and interactive media in the early childhood curriculum. 	
02.0	Demonstrate skills in managing the financial and legal aspects of a child care center.  The student will be able to:	
02.01	Identify and understand the revenues and costs in opening and maintaining a childcare center (i.e., grants, public subsidies, etc.).	
02.02	Identify income resources for a child care center including grant writing opportunities and fundraising.	
02.03	Identify operating expenses for a childcare center.	
02.04	Demonstrate an understanding of a marketing plan (including target marketing, market size competition, etc.).	
02.05	Identify marketing strategies appropriate for childcare centers (including social media and technology)	
02.06	Demonstrate an understanding of effective business practices related to budgeting, financing, and reporting.	
02.07	Demonstrate knowledge of bookkeeping practices for childcare centers	
02.08	Define and understand financial terminology.	
02.09	Explain effective business practices related to legal obligations and regulatory responsibilities in child care management to include federal, state, and local laws related to tax law, insurance, risk management and licensure compliance.	
02.10	Demonstrate an understanding of the requirement of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and application to childcare centers.	
02.11	Demonstrate familiarity with requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and application to childcare centers. 	
02.12	Demonstrate an understanding of the requirements of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and its application to childcare centers.	
02.13	Demonstrate an understanding of the requirements of the National Health and Safety Performance Standards and application to childcare centers.	
02.14	Demonstrate an understanding of legal, ethical and professional requirements for reporting child abuse, neglect and domestic violence.	
02.15	Explain personnel law, compensation, and employee benefits related to childcare centers. (Including the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).	
02.16	Demonstrate an understanding of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). 	
02.17	Demonstrate an understanding of social media and technology protocol.	
03.0	Demonstrate leadership and organizational skills.  The student will be able to:	
03.01	Identify procedures for obtaining and retaining state and local licenses.	
03.02	Describe an early childhood center’s organizational structure.	
03.03	Create written job descriptions that include specific duties and responsibilities for all childcare center personnel.   	
03.04	Identify strategies for educating center staff and volunteers on ethical responsibilities and professionalism when working with children, families, colleagues, and in the community.	
03.05	Display knowledge of strategies that encourage and support staff involvement in decision-making.	
03.06	Demonstrate an understanding of ways to foster self-esteem, professionalism, commitment and motivation among the staff.	
03.07	Demonstrate knowledge of how to create a professional development plan for staff.	
03.08	Describe procedures for the recruitment, selection, performance appraisal, evaluation, retention and/or termination of staff.	
03.09	Demonstrate knowledge of various types of performance appraisal evaluation procedures including self-evaluation, performance planning, observation and recording and narratives.	
03.10	Display knowledge of career development issues in the field of early childhood.	
03.11	Develop short and long term planning for the childcare center.	
03.12	Identify and implement developmentally appropriate program activities.	
03.13	Demonstrate knowledge of professional ethics and standards, nationally recognized accreditation criteria and evaluation tools for the design and implementation of developmentally appropriate quality programs for children and families.  	
04.0	Demonstrate knowledge of appropriate methods of guidance and program management.  The student will be able to:	
04.01	Demonstrate developmentally appropriate program management strategies (i.e., routines, scheduling, transitions and room arrangement, etc.).	
04.02	Foster a child-centered program based on nurturing guidance.	
04.03	Demonstrate knowledge of important background information, which may influence behavior.	
04.04	Demonstrate positive guidance techniques.	
04.05	Compare, and contrast developmentally appropriate technology for use with young children.	
04.06	Examine legal and ethical practices related to use of technology in the early childhood setting.	
05.0	Develop and maintain systems for monitoring practices related to health, safety, and nutrition.  The student will be able to:	
05.01	Demonstrate knowledge of professional standards and best practices related to health and safety including facilities, program, staff and children.	
05.02	Develop a health and safety policy and procedure for children’s health.	
05.03	Plan for culturally appropriate family/staff partnerships and professional development related to protecting children’s health.	
05.04	Identify recommended daily nutritional requirements for children in the program.	
05.05	Plan nutrition education for staff, children and families.	
05.06	Plan for the preparation and serving of nutritious snacks and meals.	
05.07	Identify ways to encourage positive food choices and good eating habits.	
05.08	Demonstrate knowledge of laws and regulations regarding safety in buildings, grounds and equipment.	
05.09	Demonstrate knowledge of building and grounds maintenance to insure health and safety of children and staff.	
06.0	Develop and examine policies that promote alliances with families and collaboration among programs and community resources.  The student will be able to:	
06.01	Recognize the importance and challenges of family involvement in all aspects of child care and education programs.	
06.02	Demonstrate awareness of the diverse roles of family members, staff and administrators in the organization, planning and management of child care and education programs.	
06.03	Plan, organize and implement family-center communication.	
06.04	Develop plans for supporting parents by keeping them informed about program activities and child development.	
06.05	Describe ways that childcare personnel can be supportive of the family’s efforts with the child.	
06.06	Demonstrate an understanding of the effects of enrollment policies and procedures on relationships with families.	
06.07	Design a program that supports families with children with varying abilities.	
06.08	Plan, organize and implement culturally appropriate parent involvement activities.	
06.09	Demonstrate knowledge of community support systems, including public and private resources for families and how to access them.	
06.10	Identify technological tools that maintain ongoing communication with parents and families.	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools and equipment, as well as, experimental, quality, and safety procedures are an integral part of this career and technical program/course. Laboratory investigations benefit all students by developing an understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills required to manage, operate, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment/tools used to make observations. Students understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students.

Special Notes

The student must successfully complete the four required courses in this area of specialization.

Students will be encouraged to participate in organizations and associated activities which are consistent with their professional goals.  These include but are not limited to Early Childhood Association of Florida (ECAF), National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and Council for Exceptional Children (CEC).

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities to meet individual needs and ensure equal access. Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors. Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education. Accommodations change the way the student is instructed. Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems. Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.