Family Child Care Management

Certificate of Recognition

Family Home Providers serve as business managers and children’s caregivers in home- based businesses. Most providers care for a mixed age range from infants to age 12 on a daily basis; other providers serve a limited age group such as preschoolers or school age children. Some home providers manage the child care business alone; other providers hire one or more staff members to assist in the child-care setting. In managing the home-based business, the provider maintains all records, manages the budget and makes all purchases for the business. In the caregiver role, the providers plan and carry out activities that meet the needs and interests of the children in their care. It is crucial that the caregiver maintains a safe, clean and healthy environment and provides nutritious meals and snacks. Regular communication with families of the children in care on a regular basis is an important role of the provider.

Program Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, successful students will have demonstrated the ability to apply their skills and knowledge in the following ways:

1. Implement appropriate health, safety, and nutrition practices in family programs serving ages 0-11.
2. Identify and support individual child growth and development.
3. Plan and provide multi-age curriculum through play and daily living experiences.
4. Demonstrate family support and relationship-building skills with families.
5. Administer and maintain a continuing business plan and record-keeping system necessary for family child care management.
6. Recognize and honor the culture and needs of families and children in all aspects of their family program.
7. Identify professional goals and demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional and personal growth.

*See course description for prerequisite.

Source: 2009-2010 Olympic College Catalog

Common Course Numbering Crosswalk (Effective Summer 2008)

for Former and Continuing Students