Program: Child Care Assistant - Individuals with Disabilities - Community College of Baltimore County

Program Description

This program prepares students to work as classroom aides in early childhood education. Classroom aides assist the lead teacher in preparation for lessons and caring for the nutritional, safety, and social needs of young children.

Program Outcomes

Successful Completion:

CCBC Credential: Students will earn a CCBC Workforce Training Certificate and will have access to a Continuing Education academic record (transcript).

Program Delivery

This program is offered in a totally classroom or laboratory format.

Financial Aid and Payment Options

Baltimore County College Promise
Continuing Education Opportunity Grant
Partial Payment Option (through Nelnet Business Solutions)
Tuition Waiver for those who qualify
Employer/Sponsor Paid Tuition
Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS)
Local Office of Workforce Development

Program Length

15 weeks

Program Requirements

4th Grade Reading Level according to TABE (Tests of Adult Basic Education) that will be administered during an intake interview.

Prior Learning Assessment

This program has no options for obtaining course waiver(s) for prior learning.

Application Process

To apply, go to ccbcmd.edu/apply and complete the CCBC Non-Credit Workforce Training Certificate application. An email will then be sent with program information and any additional requirements necessary to apply for the program.

Selective Entry – Please call 443-840-3262 to schedule an interview and assessment.

Program Course Sequence

Course Number	Course Title	Course Hours	Textbook Information (approximate cost; subject to change)	Costs T=Tuition/F=Fees
CCT 580	Growth and Development in Early Childhood	45	Textbook provided.	$1149 T-$135/F-$1014
CHA 050	Skills and Concepts for Employment	44	None	$415 T-$61/F-$354
CHI 073	Single Step Childcare Internship	90	None	$535 T-$120/F-$415
*Course Series Totals:*		179		$2143 T-$316/F-$1827

Additional Information

Career Opportunities:

Assistant in a day care or preschool.

Skills for Success:

Strong verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, ability to follow directions and the ability to learn routines.

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