EDU 261 Early Childhood Administration I

Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3

This course introduces principles and practices essential to preparing and supporting child care administrators. Topics include program philosophy, policies and procedures, NC Child Care Law and Rules, business planning, personnel and fiscal management, and NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct Supplement for Early Childhood Program Administration. Upon completion, students should be able to articulate a developmentally appropriate program philosophy, locate current state licensing regulations, analyze a business plan and examine comprehensive program policies and procedures.

Co-requisite(s): EDU 119 .
Course is typically offered in Fall, Spring
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
At completion of the course, the student should be able to do the following:

Develop a program philosophy, including views on child development, a mission statement, and program goals for an early childhood program.
Generate a center’s written budget.
Discuss comprehensive program policies and procedures for an early childhood center.
Identify state licensing regulations, key legal issues, and resources impacting child care centers in North Carolina from the NC Division of Child Development.
Develop a staff meeting agenda including tools for stress management, professional development, staff development, and coaching.