Family Childcare Business Series
Southwestern College Certificate (Noncredit)
in collaboration with the Women's Business Center

Classes every Monday and Wednesday from 10:00 am to 12:10 pm
*It is important to complete five business modules to be able to get the Certificate.

Family Childcare Business I
January 29 - February 12
10:00 am - 12:10 pm

Course Description & Scope: Examines the process of setting up an in-home daycare business.
Analysis and implementation of a business plan including enrollment of children, contracts, bookkeeping, and legal considerations. Creative ways to use available space and materials for a developmentally appropriate environment.

1. Business plan
2. Income and expense record
3. Interview with client
4. Client contract
5. Indoor/outdoor space design
6. Interest/learning areas

Family Childcare Business II
February 19 - March 4
10:00 am - 12:10 pm

Identifies caregivers' responsibilities regarding the health, safety, and nutritional needs of children. Focuses on providing a safe environment for children and procedures for dealing with illness, medications, and reporting suspected child abuse or neglect.

1. Daily health check
2. Contagious disease and illness
3. Child abuse
4. Safe childcare environment
5. Weekly menu
6. Food program reimbursement

Family Childcare Business III
March 9 - April 1
10:00 am - 11:50 am

Examines major theories in child development with an emphasis on practical application for the family child care provider. Explores guidance techniques using negotiation, problem-solving techniques, and positive reinforcement.

1. Stages of child development
2. Erikson’s psycho-social stages
3. Behavior modification
4. Creative problem-solving model
5. Discipline vs. punishment
6. Child-centered guidance

Family Childcare Business IV
April 6 - April 22
10:00 am - 11:50 am

Provides information and practice in helping children express feelings of loss, separation, and anxiety. Examines community resources for families and children in crisis as specific resources for providers for program improvement (toy and material lending, provider support groups, field trips, and free/low-cost materials).

1. Play activities for developing coping skills
2. Developing written plans and curriculum
3. Referral agencies
4. Field trips/experiences
5. Lending programs
6. Community resources

Family Childcare Business V
April 27 - May 13
10:00 am - 11:50 am

Examines the concept of developmentally appropriate practices as applied to the home learning environment. Analyzes the basic "whole child" approach to developing a curriculum for young children. Explores the role of a caregiver in providing an inclusive and multicultural environment rich in diversity and acceptance of the individual.

1. Young children's learning
2. Developmentally appropriate practices for young children
3. Whole-child model
4. Lesson planning
5. Written lesson plans
6. Play-based curriculum

*It is important to complete five business modules to be able to get the Certificate.