Apr 16, 2026  
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ECED& 134 - Family Child Care


Credits: 3
Learn the basics of home/family child care program management. Topics include: licensing requirements; business management; relationship building; health, safety, & nutrition; guiding behavior and; promoting growth & development.
Course Outcomes:
 
  1. Describe strategies for complying with Family Childcare Minimum Licensing Requirements.
  2. Describe strategies for meeting the developmental needs and guiding the behavior of all children in multi-age groups.
  3. Identify strategies for family childcare business management including tax planning and record keeping.
  4. Create written documents, such as contract and policy handbook, that facilitate communication between the provider and the families.
  5. Develop strategies for creating reciprocal, culturally responsive relationships with families.
  6. Articulate knowledge and skills that define Family Childcare Providers as professionals.

Course Topics:
 

  1. Licensing requirements
  2. Business management
  3. Relationship building
  4. Health, safety, & nutrition
  5. Guiding behavior
  6. Promoting growth & development

LEC Credits: 3
LEC hours per week: 3
Course Attribute(s): None
OEE Permitted: No
Grading Basis: Graded
Instructor/Department Consent Required: No Consent
CIP Code: 13.1210
Default Section Size/Cap: 15
Quarter(s) offered:
  • Summer
  • Fall
  • Winter
  • Spring