2014 – 2015
Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

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

CCC	
CIP Number	0419070906	
Program Type	College Credit Certificate (CCC)	
Program Length	12 credit hours	
CTSO	N/A	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	11-9031 – Education Administrators, Preschool and Childcare Center/Program	
Targeted Occupation List	http://www.labormarketinfo.com/wec/TargetOccupationList.htm	
Perkins Technical Skill Attainment Inventory	http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/perkins/perkins_resources.asp 	
Statewide Articulation	http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/dwdframe/artic_frame.asp 	

Purpose

This certificate program is part of the Early Childhood Education Associate Degree AS degree program (1413121003).  

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 and 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 and 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 aspects of a child care facility.
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 implement policies that promote alliances with families and collaboration among programs, families, and community resources.

2014 – 2015
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	Child Care Center Management Specialization	 
CIP Number:	0419070906	
Program Length:	12 Credit hours	
SOC Code:	11-9031

This certificate program is part of the Early Childhood Education Associate Degree AS degree program (1413121003).  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 contemporary models of early childhood programs.	
01.03	Develop plans to meet long and short-term goals.	
01.04	Apply child growth and development theories and principles to quality programming for children.	
01.05	Identify developmentally appropriate supplies and teaching materials.	
01.06	Plan and implement developmentally appropriate special events such as field trips, holiday programs and use of resource people.	
01.07	Maintain individual children’s records; use developmentally appropriate observation and assessment instruments to observe, record and assess children’s behavior and respond to individual needs and strengths.	
01.08	Design/select and implement a culturally sensitive, non-discriminatory, unbiased and inclusive curriculum based on principles of child development and responsive to individual differences.	
01.09	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.	
01.10	Demonstrate knowledge of principles and practices in evaluating all aspects of children’s programs, including social emotional, culturally appropriate environment, curriculum and staff. 	
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 costs to consider in establishing a childcare center.	
02.02	Identify income resources for a childcare center.	
02.03	Identify operating expenses for a childcare center.	
02.04	Develop and implement a marketing plan and effective publicity.	
02.05	Discuss the purpose of a budget and develop a sample budget suitable for a childcare center, with long and short term financial goals.	
02.06	Identify the expenses a childcare center owner might have that would reduce profits.	
02.07	Identify necessary financial records to be kept by the manager of a child care center.	
02.08	Define and understand relevant financial terminology.	
02.09	Develop and maintain sound practices related to legal obligations and responsibilities in child care management (to include Tax law, insurance and licensure compliance).	
02.10	Demonstrate an understanding of the requirement of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).	
02.11	Demonstrate familiarity with requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).	
02.12	Display knowledge of legal requirements and professional standards in reporting child abuse and other domestic violence.	
02.13	Display knowledge of legal issues regarding personnel administration and supervision including:  fair labor practices, equal opportunity guidelines and progressive discipline.	
02.14	Knowledge 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	Demonstrate knowledge of factors that determine the composition of the childcare center.	
03.03	Identify the duties of childcare center personnel and construct and implement job descriptions.	
03.04	Display knowledge of ethical conduct governing the childcare and education field by all center personnel including volunteers.	
03.05	Display knowledge of strategies that encourage and support involvement of staff in decision-making.	
03.06	Demonstrate an understanding of ways to foster self-esteem, professionalism, commitment and motivation among the staff.	
03.07	Plan and implement career paths and professional development for the 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.	
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:  routines, scheduling, transitions and room arrangement.	
04.02	Implement and 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.	
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 and implement health and safety policies and procedures for children’s health.	
05.03	Plan for 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 implement policies that promote alliances with families and collaboration among programs, families and community resources. – The student will be able to:	
06.01	Recognize the importance 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 and implement plans for supporting parents by keeping them informed about program activities, child development and good childrearing practices.	
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 disabilities who are included in the classroom.	
06.08	Plan, organize and implement parent involvement activities.	
06.09	Demonstrate knowledge of community support systems, including public and private resources for families and how to access them.	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory activities are an integral part of this program.  These activities include instruction in the use of safety procedures, tools, equipment, materials, and processes related to these occupations.  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 as identified on the secondary student’s Individual Educational Plan (IEP) or 504 plan or postsecondary student’s accommodations’ plan 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.

Articulation

For details on articulation agreements which correlate to programs and industry certifications refer to http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/dwdframe/artic_frame.asp.