Early Childhood Education Courses

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1 CELEBRATING 150 YEARS Early Childhood Education Courses 2016 FALL CREDENTIAL COURSES 100% ONLINE NEW YORK We are proud to offer you the fully accredited online coursework needed to earn your credential! In partnership with the New York State Child Care Educational Incentive Program and New York State Association for the Education of Young Children.

2 Achieve Your Goals Online with the University of Wisconsin-Platteville Partnering with the New York State Association for the Education of Young Children and the Educational Incentive Program scholarship, UW-Platteville is providing the online courses you will need to earn your NYSAEYC Credential. Celebrating our 150th anniversary, UW-Platteville is accredited through the Higher Learning Commission and has been offering child care credential courses for 15 years 10 of them using our online format. We bring the university to you so that you can achieve your Chenoa Ruecking Program Manager uwplatt.edu Nicole Osborn Education and Training Coordinator uwplatt.edu goals conveniently while working and/or raising a family. You don t have to come to Wisconsin all the coursework for your classes can be accessed from your computer on the Desire2Learn course content site. There, you will be able to connect with your instructor and other child care professionals during weekly, evening online classes via web conferencing. You will be a part of an exciting online learning community, learning from each other, with knowledgeable instructors who care about your success and have experience working in the child care and education field. We re here to help you achieve your goals. Index Children s Program Administrator Credential... 3 Courses Available in Spanish... 4 Family Child Care Credential... 5 Inclusion Credential... 6 Infant Toddler Credential... 7 APPLY TODAY: See the NYSAEYC website for information on how to earn the credential at Call us today toll free at Find out more information at You can do this, and we re here to help you each step of the way! 1 University Plaza Platteville WI continuing@uwplatt.edu To request disability accommodations, please contact the Office of Continuing Education at or UW-Platteville Office of Continuing Education 2016 Fall Credential Courses New York

3 CHILDREN S PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR CREDENTIAL PAGE 3 The Administrator Credential features the following six, three-credit courses: Administration/Supervision in Early Childhood Programs #1 This course represents an overview of the roles and responsibilities of administrators of various early care and education programs and the groups with whom they have relationships, with an emphasis on quality. Operations Management in Early Childhood Programs #2 This course includes an introduction to systems and operations theory, and the identification of concepts, processes, systems, and policies involved in the internal management of early child care and education programs. Apply this knowledge to plans for the improvement of these necessary systems, and for the development of standard operating procedures. Financial Management and Planning in Early Childhood Programs #3 Develop knowledge of the principles of sound financial management, and the ability to apply those principles to the financial planning and management of early childhood programs. Early Childhood Programs and the External Environment #4 Examine the external factors and relationships that provide constraints and opportunities which affect an organization s quality and ability to survive. You will learn to predict supply and demand, marketing, licensing and required regulations, funding, accreditation, external evaluation, collaboration with community organizations and agencies, public policy issues in early care and education, advocacy, and working for public policy changes. Best Practices for Children and Families in Early Childhood Programs #5 This course covers child care as a family friendly community; integration of child growth and development principles into all aspects of the program; establishing and maintaining quality in program; developing partnerships with families; multicultural and anti-bias approaches in curriculum, materials, activities, and relationships; space design; and equipment. Administrative Seminar #6 Capstone Course This is the last of six courses designed to prepare participants to receive a credential as a child care administrator. Focus is on the integration and application of the concepts and skills acquired in the first five courses as demonstrated in the development of a major project by each student. Administrator Credential course schedule Develop the skills and competencies necessary to be successful as an administrator or director. Each course runs for 10 weeks. Multiple course dates are available. Courses 1 5 can be completed in any order prior to registering for the Capstone Course, but we encourage students to take #4 prior to #3. Administration/Supervision in Early Childhood Programs #1 Operations Management in Early Childhood Programs #2 Financial Management and Planning in Early Childhood Programs #3 Early Childhood Programs and the External Environment #4 Best Practices for Children and Families in Early Childhood Programs #5 Administrative Seminar #6 Capstone Course Dec 5, 2016 Feb 10, 2017 Feb 27 May 5, 2017 May 22 July 28, 2017 Aug 14 Oct 20, 2017 Nov 6, 2017 Jan 12, 2018 Jan 29 April 6, continuing@uwplatt.edu

4 PAGE 4 COURSES AVAILABLE IN SPANISH Los cursos credenciales en línea ofrecieron en la lengua Española Rosaura Richards Mientras que nuestro campus está situado en Wisconsin, nosotros tienen estudiantes e instructores de diversos estados y de una sala de clase en línea que permite que intercambiemos ideas a través de las fronteras. Usted nunca tiene que venir a Platteville atender a la clase. Usted podrá atender a las clases de la noche vivas, una vez por semana de hogar vía software de la comunicación de la tela. Usted podrá tener acceso a su contenido del curso del sitio en cualquier momento de nuestro Web site en línea. Para colocarse, usted debe tener acceso al Internet de alta velocidad y a un webcam. Todo el coursework de la clase será hecho en línea en la computadora. Usted puede hacer esto, y estamos aquí ayudarle. Rosaura Richards es el instructor. Si usted tiene preguntas para Rosaura Richards, por favor la llamada Visite nuestro sitio web en la siguiente dirección, Click on Credentials-New York State. Por favor, consulte el sitio we NYSAEYC para mas información, El niño infantil en español La credencial infantil del niño beneficiará lo más mejor posible a los que trabajen con los niños bajo edad de 3. Dos de los cuatro cursos credenciales del niño infantil en la secuencia de 12 créditos están también dentro del plan de estudios estatal del sistema técnico de la universidad de Wisconsin para el grado de asociado en la educación temprana de la niñez. Infant Toddler Credential course schedule Desarrollada para los maestros que trabajan con niños menores de tres. Cada curso tiene una duración de diez semanas. Fechas de los cursos múltiples están disponibles. Cursos se pueden realizer en cualquier orden antes de inscribirse en el curso de culminación final. Infant Toddler Development #1 Group Care for Infants and Toddlers #2 Family and Community Relations #3 Infant Toddler #4 Capstone Course Oct 24 Dec 30, 2016 Jan 16 March 24, 2017 April 10 June 16, 2017 July 10 Sept 15, 2017 Oct 2 Dec 8, 2017 Jan 22 March 30, 2018 La credencial del administrador en español La credencial del administrador le ayudará a desarrollar las habilidades y las capacidades necesitadas por los administradores y los directores ser acertada. La credencial del administrador es seis cursos, secuencia de 18 créditos. Administrator Credential in Spanish course schedule Desarrollar las habilidades necesarias para ser administrador de un programa para los niños exitosos. Cada curso tiene una duración de diez semanas. Fechas de los cursos múltiples están disponibles. Cursos se pueden realizer en cualquier orden antes de inscribirse en el curso de culminación final. Dec 5, 2016 Feb 10, 2017 Feb 27 May 5, 2017 May 22 July 28, 2017 Aug 14 Oct 20, 2017 Oct 30, 2017 Jan 5, 2018 Jan 22 March 30, 2018 Administration/Supervision in Early Childhood Programs #1 Operations Management in Early Childhood Programs #2 Financial Management and Planning in Early Childhood Programs #3 Early Childhood Programs and the External Environment #4 Best Practices for Children and Families in Early Childhood Programs #5 Administrative Seminar #6 Capstone Course UW-Platteville Office of Continuing Education 2016 Fall Credential Courses New York

5 FAMILY CHILD CARE CREDENTIAL PAGE 5 The Family Child Care Credential features the following four, three-credit courses: Curriculum for Family Child Care #1 Examine the unique aspects of planning curriculum for family child care settings and integrate inclusive strategies through exploration of play-based learning and the utilization of observation and assessment techniques to promote child outcomes. This course is aligned with the Wisconsin Model Early Learning Standards and National Association for Family Child Care Quality Standards. Special Topics in Family Child Care #2 Explore special topics relevant to the family child care setting including quality standards, professional development, community resources, health and wellness practices, and family partnerships. Financial Management and Planning #3 Develop knowledge of the principles of sound financial management and the ability to apply those principles to the financial planning and management of early childhood and family child care programs. Family Child Care #4 Capstone Course Integrate and apply specific concepts and skills of family child care including mixed-age curriculum, quality standards, professional development, community resources, health and wellness practices, family partnerships, and financial management. This capstone experience reflects the learner s knowledge of family child care through the development of a major project. Family Child Care Credential course schedule Focus on the unique aspects of family child care. Each course runs for 10 weeks. Multiple course dates are available. Courses 1 3 can be completed in any order prior to registering for the Capstone Course. Curriculum for Family Child Care #1 Special Topics in Family Child Care #2 Financial Management and Planning #3 Family Child Care #4 Capstone Course Nov 28, 2016 Feb 3, 2017 Feb 20 April 28, 2017 May 15 July 21, 2017 Aug 7 Oct 13, 2017 Oct 30, 2017 Jan 5, 2018 Jan 22 March 30, continuing@uwplatt.edu

6 PAGE 6 INCLUSION CREDENTIAL The Inclusion Credential features the following four, three-credit courses: Children with Differing Abilities #1 Examine your history, experiences, attitudes, and beliefs toward special needs children. As society changes, viewpoints, opportunities, and even the language used changes. Self-awareness about your attitudes toward and about special needs children is examined. Children with Behavior and Emotional Challenges #2 Help children succeed by creating supportive environments. Learn to demonstrate positive social-emotional teaching strategies, individualized intensive interventions, and strategies to determine the meaning of challenging behavior. Focus on the need for positive, consistent, team approaches to include children with challenging behaviors in typical community settings. Children with Special Health Care Needs #3 Explore frequently encountered specialized health care needs of children with special needs. Look at team approaches for health promotion in children and the care of children with altered body system function, including sensory, gastrointestinal, bowel and bladder elimination, respiratory, cardiovascular/blood, musculoskeletal, neurological, and skin/immune and endocrinerelated issues. Family and Team Centered Practice #4 Capstone Course This course is designed to enhance your understanding of family systems and family-centered practice and to highlight the impact of disability on family systems. You will partner with a special needs child and her or his family during their daily routine (e.g. church, child care, grocery store, library, pool, medical settings, etc.) to help formulate your personal philosophy of inclusion. QUESTIONS? Have a question about our child care courses? Contact the Office of Continuing Education at or continuing@ uwplatt.edu. Inclusion Credential course schedule Get additional training to care for children with special needs. Each course runs for 10 weeks. Multiple course dates are available. Courses 1 3 can be completed in any order prior to registering for the Capstone Course. March 27 May 31, 2017 June 26 Sept 1, 2017 Sept 18 Nov 24, 2017 Dec 4, 2017 Feb 9, 2018 Children with Differing Abilities #1 Children with Behavior and Emotional Challenges #2 Children with Special Health Care Needs #3 Family and Team Centered Practice #4 Capstone Course UW-Platteville Office of Continuing Education 2016 Fall Credential Courses New York

7 INFANT TODDLER CREDENTIAL PAGE 7 The Infant Toddler Care and Education Credential features the following four, three-credit courses: Infant Toddler Development #1 This course is an introduction to the development, care, and education of children from birth to 3 years of age. Explore the principles of care giving, developmentally appropriate practices, diversity, curriculum, guidance, observation, and assessment. Topics include quality, philosophy, structure, environments, health, and safety. Group Care for Infants and Toddlers #2 Learn how to care for infants and toddlers in group settings, both center-based and family care. This course will cover program safety, developmentally appropriate practice, inclusion, and diversity. Family and Community Relations #3 Examine partnerships with parents and collaboration with the community. Topics will include parent education, involvement, inclusion, and issues regarding public policy, advocacy, community resources, and professionalism. Infant Toddler #4 Capstone Course This course provides the student with the opportunity to synthesize the information from the first three courses, and demonstrate mastery of the competencies listed in those courses through the completion of a portfolio. Infant Toddler Care and Education Credential course schedule Designed for providers who work with children under the age of 3. Each course runs for 10 weeks. Multiple course dates are available. Courses 1 3 can be completed in any order prior to registering for the Capstone Course. Infant Toddler Development #1 Group Care for Infants and Toddlers #2 Family and Community Relations #3 Infant Toddler #4 Capstone Course Oct 24 Dec 30, 2016 Jan 16 March 24, 2017 April 10 June 16, 2017 July 10 Sept 15, 2017 Oct 2 Dec 8, 2017 GRADUATE PROFILE Steph Lauber Child Care Center Director i, my name is Steph Lauber. I just H completed my third credential through UW-Platteville. I have completed the Administrator and Preschool Credential and just earned my Infant and Toddler Credential. I heard about the credentials through my boss. I thought, Well, maybe I should try this! Since the credential classes are all offered online, it has allowed me the opportunity to enhance my education while working full time and balancing my family life as well. I have used the information I learned in class to assist my teaching staff with difficult situations and children. With me being the director of my center, these classes have really impacted my life in so many ways! continuing@uwplatt.edu

8 1 University Plaza Platteville WI Non-Profit Org U.S. Postage PAID Platteville, WI Permit No. 130 Connect with us today Sign up for Child Care s at Like us on Facebook at GoUWP.com/ChildCareFB Scholarships available: Call for information What do the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, New York State Association for the Education of Young Children, and Educational Incentive Program all have in common? WE ALL CARE ABOUT CHILDREN. And that means we care about YOU too. We care about your ability to receive quality instruction that will provide you with the knowledge and incentive to provide children with a safe environment to learn, succeed, and better enjoy their childhood. Start building your future online today! Contact us today at New York State Child Care Educational Incentive Program New York State Association for the Education of Young Children