ECE 375 Administration Of Child Care Centers

3 credit hours

This course prepares students for organizing and operating a quality pre-primary program, school-age program, or child care center. It offers theory on developing good interpersonal communication skills and relationships, parent/community involvement, program promotion and management, licensing regulations, child advocacy, accreditation, and finances. The course links the theory to ways that can be useful for the student in elementary education as well as the field of early childhood education and child care. Independent center observations and interviews facilitate an understanding of environmental and programmatic considerations and policies. Attendance at one outside professional conference is required. Students are responsible for conference fees and class related transportation. Five hours of field experience required.

Prerequisite:

ECE 115 Child Growth and Development

Course is Offered: WI Every Year