Q. How can I become a Daycare Provider?
A. Becoming a daycare provider typically requires a HS diploma or equivalent and formal training through an accredited institution can also be helpful. A career in this field may require you to meet certain licensing, training, and other requirements that can vary by vocation and state. You should check with your state, local government and/or licensing board to find out which requirements may be applicable in your state. Graduates of USCI’s Child Day Care Program may begin pursuing the Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential after their course.
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Q. What does a Child Day Care Specialist do?
A. Child Day Care Specialists provide a safe and nurturing environment for children of all ages but typically younger children. The role requires organizing daily activities, and educational experiences to help with child’s development as well as overall care including emotional and physical well-being of the children placed under their guidance.
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Q. Do I need to get Certified?
A. Upon graduation from our program, you will receive your U.S. Career Institute Certificate of Completion attesting to your accomplishment. Employment Opportunities for Child Day Care Specialists are wide ranging, depending on the career path that you choose you may be required to seek certification and or additional credentialing.
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Q. Does this meet my Child Day Care Specialist state requirements?
A. A career in this field may require you to meet certain licensing, training, and other requirements that can vary by vocation and state. You should check with your state, local government and/or licensing board to find out which requirements may be applicable in your state.
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Q. What is the growth potential of a Child Day Care Specialist?
A. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Child Day Care Specialists jobs are expected to increase by 2030.*
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Q. How much does a Child Day Care Specialist Course cost?
A. Tuition for this program is $485 total when you pay in full. Payment plans are also available.
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Q. Is this Child Day Care Specialist Program accredited?
A. U.S. Career Institute is Accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency.
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Q. Where Can I Work as a Child Day Care Specialist?
A. Child Day Care Specialists have the opportunity to start their own business or work for a childcare center.
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Q. What skills will I learn in this Child Day Care Specialist program?
A. Skills covered in the Child Day Care Specialist Program include child care today, preschool children, school-age children, child development theories, children and nutrition, keeping children healthy and safe, state and local regulations, creating a business plan for your day care, defining discipline, special needs children.
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