Child Care Professionals care for children in a variety of settings including schools, businesses, private households, and child care centers. They perform a variety of tasks including dressing, feeding, overseeing play, and age appropriate instruction.
The child care courses listed are offered in an online format through a seat partnership with Howard Community College. Students must have access to a computer, a valid email address, internet access and have computer literacy skills. Students are to contact the CEWD office t`o begin the registration process.
Courses and Program Costs
- Child Growth & Development - 45 hours | 45 Hours | 4.5
- CEU's School Age Child Care: Curric. - 45 hours | 45 Hours | 4.5
- CEU's Infant & Toddler Care | 45 Hours | 4.5 CEU's
- Preschool Curric. & Activities - 45 hours | 45 Hours | 4.5
- CEU's Child Care Administration | 45 Hours | 4.5
- CEU's Communication Skills | 9 Hours | .9 CEU's
- Family Child Care Preservice | 24* Hours | 2.4
- CEU's Observation and Assessment Birth -12 | 3* Hours | .3
- CEU's Supervising Children in Child Care | 3* Hours | .3
- CEU's Positive child guidance & Discipline | 3* Hours | .3
- CEU's Developmentally Appropriate Practice | 3* Hours | .3
- CEU's Resources that Guide Daily Planning | 3* Hours | .3
- CEU's Taking Learning Outside | 3* Hours | .3 CEU's
- Nutrition & Active Learning | 3* Hours | .3 CEU's
- Playground Safety | 3* Hours | .3 CEU's
- Including All Children and the ADA | 3* Hours | .3
- CEU's Supporting Children with Disabilities | 3* Hours | .3
- CEU's Intro to Environmental Rating Scales | 3* Hours | .3
- CEU's The Child Care Provider as a Professional | 3* Hours | .3
- CEU's Conflict Resolution Strategies | 3* Hours | .3 CEU's
- Cultural Competence & Awareness | 3* Hours | .3
- CEU's Family & Community Partnerships | 2* Hours | .2 CEU's
- SIDS | 3* Hours | .3 CEU's
- Supporting Breastfeeding in Child Care | 3* Hours | .3 CEU's Basic Health & Safety Training | 5* Hours | .5 CEU's
- Pyramid Model for Social/Emotional Competence | 18 Hours | 1.8 CEU's
- CDA Capstone: Portfolio, Application & Exam Prep |22 Hours |2.2 CEU’s
- Pandemics and Outbreaks: Reducing Risks in Child Care |5 Hours |.5 CEU’s
- Engaging Children with Remote Learning |5 Hours | .5 CEU’s
- Dispensary Tech I | 30 Hours | 3 CEU’s
- Dispensary Tech II | 30 Hours | 3 CEU’s
| Child Care | MD SR | GC | OOC | PPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 Hour Class | $225 | $245 | $250 | $255 |
| 24 Hour Preservice | $250 | $260 | $265 | $270 |
| 22 Hour Class | $225 | $245 | $250 | $255 |
| 18 Hour Class | $165 | $180 | $185 | $190 |
| 9 Hour Class | $110 | $120 | $125 | $130 |
| 5 Hour Class | $75 | $85 | $90 | $95 |
| 3 Hour Class | $55 | $60 | $65 | $70 |
| 2 Hour Class | $55 | $60 | $65 | $70 |
Entry Requirements
- Students must have: access to a computer, computer literacy skills, a valid email address, and internet access.
- Students may be required to obtain and maintain active CPR certification.
- Students will be required to purchase textbooks for some of the child care courses. Please contact kaitlyn.glotfelty@garrettcollege.edu to obtain a listing of required textbooks and instructions for purchasing.
- A $25.00 non-refundable registration fee is required from all students.
- Students are required to have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Students must participate in an Orientation and Information Session.
- Students must maintain a 75% average in each class and meet attendance requirements to progress to the next course.
Location of Training
Certifying Professional Association/Agency
Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE)
Open Enrollment
Online courses begin continually, call or email for more information.
Register early for best scholarship and/or financial assistance opportunities!
To determine scholarship or funding opportunities, please indicate your interest when submitting your application form.
