STARS: BASICS IN CHILDCARE
Grades: 10-11-12
No prerequisite
Semester: 1 & 2
Career Pathway: Human Services & Education
Students will cover the content and skill standards included in the following college courses:
WCC Credit: This course is the high school equivalent of Whatcom Community College's
ECE 104 Basics in Childcare (2 WCC credits)
BTC Credit: This course is the high school equivalent of Bellingham Technical College's HLTH 130: HIV/AIDS for Childcare Providers (2 BTC clock hours).
Topics:
This course provides a
basic, core knowledge of childcare based on DSHS state licensing and
certification requirements.
Competencies are developed in communication, guidance, healthy practices
and professionalism.
Special Interest:
· The
Occupational Childcare Professionals Licensing Certificate will be awarded upon
successful course completion
· This
class is a "guided learning" option.
Students will work in the classroom, under teacher supervision. They will be working independently or in a
small group on the required learning packets.
· Students
will receive a Certificate of Competency upon completion
Grading: Students are graded on:
daily assignments, class projects and exams.
A portfolio will be required to earn the WCC credits.