School-Age Child Care

Catalog description

This course presents best practices in the care of children from ages five through twelve. Topics covered include development and learning theories, effective environments, the importance of relationships, curriculum development, selection of age-appropriate materials, forming partnerships with families, and current trends in the field of school-age child care. Considerations when caring for children from diverse backgrounds, including children with disabilities, will be discussed. EDUC 103 may be taken concurrently. Additional Information Required by State Regulations Students who complete both EDUC103 and EDUC215 are eligible for the 90-hour School-Age Certificate required by the Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care. **CHILD CARE CREDENTIALING INFORMATION: This course includes 45 hours in core of knowledge training including 3 hours in child Development: Introduction to Observation and Assessment of Children; 3 hours of Curriculum: Resources that Guide Daily Planning; 3 hours in Curriculum: Developmentally Appropriate Practice (including children with special needs); 3 hours in Curriculum: Taking Learning Outside; 15 additional hours in Curriculum; 3 hours in Special Needs: Supporting Children with Disabilities, Delays, or Special Health Care Needs; 3 hours in Professionalism: Environmental Rating Scales; 3 hours in Professionalism: The Child Care Provider as Professional; 3 additional hours in Professionalism; 3 hours in Community: Anti-bias/Cultural Competence; and 3 hours in Community: Family & Community Partnerships. This course is only offered in the spring semester.