CDEV 130 — Principles of Program Administration
Units: 3 Lecture Hours: 54 Lab Hours: 0 Outside Hours: 108 Grading Method: Letter Credit Status: Credit, degree applicable Conditions of Enrollment: Prerequisite: CDEV 125 or CDEV 126 with a minimum grade of C or concurrent enrollment or 50 days of preschool teaching experience within the past two years. This course emphasizes the role of the director in childcare programs. Topics include legislative policies, legal and ethical responsibilities, supervision techniques, fiscal management, leadership styles, professional development, and reflective practices. Effective communication strategies for working with staff and parents, as well as personnel management and leadership, in diverse and inclusive early care and education programs, will also be discussed.