VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT COLLEGE CREDITS:
A new EPS Subsidized College Coursework application is a NEW requirement for Educators wishing to enroll/register for an EPS College course. We partner with Massasoit Community College to offer coursework at a cost to the educator of $50.00. The Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) has prioritized Degree Attainment for Educators in the Commonwealth. In support of the priority, the EPS grant subsidizes college course work that is intentional and supports
Our college offering will be posted on our website (www.cdedu.us/SEEPP). To ensure that all educators enrolling on one of the EPS courses meet the intent of the grant, all interested Educators MUST complete the application that will be linked to each flyer. Upon review of the application, Educators will be required speak with our new Career Advisor, Carol Lyons, PRIOR to the application being submitted to the college offering the requested course. At the time of application, Educators MUST pay the $50 fee for the course. This fee will be reimbursed should the college not admit the Educator.
You may contact us with any questions at 774-273-1773 as we work to implement this new process. While change is often a bit confusing, we are confident this extra step will ensure the requirements of the grant as well as support Educators in meeting their professional development needsJune 1, 2016 through June 29, 2016
This course meets on Monday and Wednesday nights
From 6:00PM-10:00PM
Massasoit Community College
1 Massasoit Blvd.
Brockton, MA 02302
Cost:
$50.00
plus the cost of the book
Click Here for Application Ipads, Iphones, smart phones for tablets should not be used if paying by credit card.
register online at www.cdedu.us/SEEPP
Southeast Education Professionals Partnership
seepp@cdedu.us
774-273-1773
Course Description: This course emphasizes the importance of thoughtful planning and administration for the success of child care programs. Special attention is given to understanding organizational structure; budgeting; and personnel recruitment, selection, and supervision. Ways to develop and implement philosophical goals and their relationship to the children, families, staff, and the community are discussed.
Objectives:
1. Understand the importance of developing and implementing a philosophy toward Early Childhood Education in order to guide decision making
2. Understand the role of teacher, lead teacher and director in a child care setting in order to develop professionally
3. Explore the laws and regulations governing child care in MA In order to provide a safe and healthy environment
4. Develop a systemized approach to record keeping and reports in order to run a successful early childhood program
5. Understand the administrative and organizational structure of a child care program in order to comply with the regulations of the Ma Department of Early Education and Care
6. Basic introduction to the process of hiring effective and creative teaching staff in order to provide developmentally appropriate practice
7. Understand the importance of the NAEYC code of ethics in order to offer a quality program
8. To nurture an ability to influence public policy in order to contribute to the profession as an advocate
Prerequisite: CCED 102 Development in Early Childhood completed with a grade of C or higher, CCED 105 Introduction to Early Childhood Education, or PSYC 102 or 202 Child Psychology; or departmental approval.
More Information:
College Credit: 3 Credits
QRIS Standards: 3: Workforce Qualifications and Professional Development; 4: Family and Community Engagement; 5 Leadership, Management and Administration.
This course meets NAEYC standards and supportive skills.