IT11 Introduction to Child Care, Technical Certificate of Credit

Offered Online

Program Description

The Introduction to Child Care technical certificate of credit (TCC) is designed to meet the minimum requirements set forth by Bright from the Start—The Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL) for all teachers and lead caregivers working in licensed/regulated care settings in the state of Georgia after December, 2012. The Introduction to Child Care TCC includes three courses designed to give a skills-based training experience, which will produce graduates with a knowledge base in the field of early childhood care and education and the core rules governing childcare and learning centers in the state of Georgia. Graduates will also have knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices and a solid understanding of what it takes to manage a classroom of young children. The Introduction to Child Care (TCC), unlike any other TCCs offered by the Technical College System of Georgia in the field of Early Childhood Care and Education, is a terminal TCC. This means that the courses needed to complete this TCC will not move into higher levels of education like the Early Childhood Care and Education diploma or Associate of Applied Science Degree. This TCC is designed specifically for those persons who do not intend to pursue a diploma or associate degree after obtaining this credential, but would rather continue their lifelong learning through on-going continuing education offered through local trainers approved by Bright From the Start—DECAL. Since these students will not be pursuing higher levels of college work, the entrance scores for this program have been significantly lowered.

Admission Requirements

• Submit completed application and application fee
• Be at least 16 years of age
• High school diploma or GED are NOT required
• Meet assessment requirements.

All learning support classes must be completed and a minimum grade of C for each course is required to receive the certificate of award from SCTC.

The following is a suggested path to complete this program in a timely manner. An individual’s path to completion may be different based on institutional and personal factors affecting his/her academic progress.

Note: While all courses are offered, they may vary by term and campus. See the program advisor for any questions.