Early Childhood Management and Leadership

Summer
This course is part of the requirements for the PA Director Credential. It is expected that early childhood and school-age professionals demonstrate a commitment to professionalism and leadership that goes beyond the learning environment. This course will introduce professionals to examine, explore, and practice leadership roles in the early childhood and school-age profession. The course is designed for directors of both for-profit and non-profit child care centers who are seeking the Pennsylvania Keys to Professional Development Director Credential. Participants will build upon existing leadership skills and learn new skills from classic to innovating collaborative and team-building approaches to move towards quality improvement to maintain high level quality programming. 

Summer
This course is part of the requirements for the PA Director Credential. Each program needs a leader that aligns the vision and mission of the program with an organized, professional program. This course will guide leaders to implement quality improvement strategies, acquire data, and best practices to meet the needs of families, children, and staff.

Summer
This course is designed for directors of both for-profit and non-profit child care centers who are seeking the Pennsylvania Early Learning Keys to Quality Director's Credential. This course introduces center-based and family child care professionals to practical business management and explores a variety of topics such as budgeting, financial management, risk management, grant writing, and marketing strategies. Participants build existing business management skills, explore new skills and management applications, and build a network of peers for support. The course is designed to give participants the opportunity for practical application of their learning through assignments, action groups, and budget-oriented action plans.