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ECE 204 - Administration of a Child Care Program


Credit Hours: 3
Billable Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites: ECE 100  and ECE 102  and ECE 104  (with minimum grade of C)
Session Cycle: WI

This course focuses on the competencies and requirements central to the development and administration of early childhood education programs. It discusses the role of the director/administrator and details the administrative responsibilities in the management of these programs. Professional standards designated by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) are emphasized. Background knowledge of growth and development, assessment, and the needs of children are reviewed. The creation of developmentally appropriate curriculum, communications with children, families and community, and child, staff, and program evaluations are discussed.