Mar 28, 2024  
Course/Program Inventory 
    
Course/Program Inventory

ECED 2312 - Administration of Early Childhood Programs



Credit hours: 3

Course Description:
Administration of Early Childhood Programs is a study of organizational and administrative practices applicable to programs serving children ages birth through eight.  Topics of particular consideration include leadership, enrollment, public relations, staff-management, financial management, facilities, regulations, family relations, and program development.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Outcome 1: Identify basic concepts of and strategies for financial and human resource management.

Outcome 2: Demonstrate knowledge of the basic principles of curriculum and program development.

Outcome 3: Identify basic guidelines for facilities management, including licensing regulations and multidisciplinary resources.

Outcome 4: Identify and compare leadership and administrative styles and roles, and their impact on an organization including communication and other effective relationship skills.

Outcome 5: Describe and apply the basic concepts of establishing a program including working with a board, choosing a philosophy, equipping staff, marketing a program, and continuous, collaborative learning to inform practice.

Outcome 6: Demonstrate positive communication and advocacy techniques while working with colleagues, families, volunteers, and the community using ethical and professional guidelines.