EDEC 1200 Administration in Early Childhood Education
This course examines the early childhood educator's role and responsibilities for starting and operating a preschool or childcare facility. Topics include setting-up programs, managing and supervising staff, business practices, community relations, and making decisions about equipment, materials, meals, and nutrition. Prerequisite: Completion of EDEC 1020. (3 lect.)
Major Topics
- Administration
- Planning the program and environment
- Staff administration
- Management
- Families and the community
Outcomes
In order to successfully complete this course, the student will:
1. Identify ways a director allocates money.
2. Develop a plan for starting and managing a quality childcare business.
3. Evaluate the components of a developmentally appropriate program.
4. Develop hiring procedures.
5. Determine components of effective supervision methods.
6. Gain an awareness of menu planning and nutrition.
7. Discover ways to form partnerships with families.
8. Develop a plan for a budget, maintenance, and operations activities.
Other Information
Any information placed here must be adhered to by all instructors:
Student assessment will be based on attendance/participation, projects, quizzes, and a final exam.