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Course Overview 

The Child Care Business Academy-Director Credential Course is 4-Day blended course that takes place in-person or virtual on 2 Saturdays and virtually on Monday and Wednesday evening. This course will prepare directors to be effective child care center leaders and managers. This workshop will cover the following topics: 

  • Principles of Administration 
  • Texas Minimum Standards 
  • Child Development Domains 
  • Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports 
  • Social Emotional Development 
  • Diversity & Inclusion 
  • Cultural Competency 
  • Building Positive Relationships with Parents & Community 
  • Instructional Design Principles 
  • Staff & Child Observations & Assessments 
  • Data Collection & Data Analysis 
  • Staff Management & Professional Development 
  • Effectively Managing Conflicts & Emergencies 

This training will include hands-on activities, scenarios, role play, small group activities, demonstrations, collecting and interpreting data, and discussions. Participants that enroll in this training must be at least 21 years old, meet the minimum education and experience requirements as determined by Child Care Regulations, be a designated director at a licensed child care center, and have a current background check. 

Benefits of this Course 

  • Gain knowledge and tools to be an effective child care center director 
  • Learn best practices for managing staff and providing quality care 
  • Develop leadership skills to guide your center and team 
  • Meet state licensing requirements for ongoing training 
  • Network with other directors and child care professionals 

Requirements 

  • Must be 21 years old or older 
  • Must have high school diploma or equivalent 
  • Must have at least 2 years experience 
  • Must have current CPR & First Aid certification 

Course Information 

Price: $399 

50 hours 

Blended course completed in 4 days 

Schedule: 

  • Day 1 (In-Person/Virtual-Saturday 9:00 AM-3:00 PM) 
  • Day 2 (Virtual-Monday 6:30-9:30 PM) 
  • Day 3 (Virtual-Wednesday 6:30-9:30 PM) 
  • Day 4 (In-Person/Virtual-Saturday 9:00 AM-3:00 PM) 

Address: 2102 Roosevelt Dr., Suite F, Dalworthington Gardens, TX 76013 

In-person Saturday sessions include breakfast and lunch 

Next Class Dates: April 13th, 15th, 17th, and 20th 

Register by April 12, 2024