ECE250 — Leadership and Management in Early Childhood Programs
ECE 250 - Leadership and Management in Early Childhood Programs ECE 250 - Leadership and Management in Early Childhood Programs Description: Overview of the responsibilities and tasks involved in managing and leading a quality early childhood program. Relationship of program philosophy and goals to program design, including: staffing structure, facility and equipment, budget development, program policies and relationships with families. Emphasis on the importance of shared vision, effective leadership, and a commitment towards advancing the professionalism of the early childhood education field. Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Course Content: Trends in early childhood education public policy and funding Administrative and leadership roles and styles Program planning and policy development Licensing regulations, accreditation options, and state QRIS (Quality Rating and Improvement System) Developing an operating budget Facility and classroom design (including equipment and materials) Hiring, training, supervision, mentoring and professional development Strategies for maintaining a positive organizational climate Learning
Prerequisites: ECE200, ECE202, ECE234, PSY234