The Child Care Services program is part of a cluster of four programs developed in response to the increased demand for quality child care, whether it be group day care, family day care or in-home care. The cluster consists of Child Care Services, Infant and Child Specialist, Child Care and Development and Family Day Care. The program offers students a variety of learning opportunities with increasing responsibility for working with children in our on-campus child development center. Child Care Services prepares students for jobs in child care centers, nursery schools and other settings. Duties include planning and implementing children s activities, food preparation and facility maintenance.
Advanced standing is given for previous coursework.
High school courses helpful in preparing for this program include child care, nutrition, health, social studies, art, drama and music.