Introduction to the Child Care Profession (Blended) Starts

Provides foundational knowledge and skills training for individuals as they begin, or consider, a career in caring for children. Content includes exploring a variety of early care and education settings, including group and family child care. Learners explore rules and regulations governing group and family child care and the responsibilities of early care and education professionals. 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, 250, and 251 for Family and Group Child Care in Wisconsin’s Administrative Code.

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 35 hours of online coursework. Students must have cameras on and participate in all 5 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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