Fundamentals of Family Care (Blended) Starts

Provides foundational knowledge and skills training for individuals as they begin, or consider, a career in caring for children in a home setting. Content includes exploring the basics of family child care from foundational business practices to intentionally planning to support growth and development for mixed-age groups. Learners explore rules and regulations governing family child care businesses and programming. Practices and strategies will be explored to reflect the diverse needs of children and families in Wisconsin. This course fulfills introductory noncredit course requirements as specified in the Department of Children and Families (DCF) Chapters 202 and 250 for family child care.

This is a blended course, with work done independently in ECExplorer and set coaching sessions. Live coaching sessions are held virtually via Zoom. You must have a computer with a camera, audio, and internet to participate in the class. Students will also complete 20 hours of online coursework. Students must have cameras on and participate in all 3 weekly zoom sessions. Attendance is required. No exceptions.

Funding for this course is provided by the Department of Children and Families and supplemental funding sources.

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