ECE Leadership Micro-Credential

 

Program Description
 

By the end of this program, learners will be able to apply the principles of leadership and management relevant to early childhood settings, develop a mentoring and coaching mindset as a professional administrator, and enhance their critical reflective practice for collaborating with others.

 

This program will discuss topics such as budgeting, payroll, marketing, human resources, coaching and mentoring, advocacy, and social justice in early childhood settings. The seminar course will offer learners an opportunity to collaborate and network with each other, while developing their leadership skills. Knowledge, skill, and value acquisition will come from a variety of assignments, discussions, and presentations.

 

Program Delivery
 

This Micro-credential Program will include 6 courses: learners must complete 4 courses to obtain the credential. Each course will be approximately 42 hours in length, taking place over 12 to 14 weeks. The mode of delivery includes a blend of self-directed, self-paced learning along with some synchronous virtual classes. The seminar course will provide an opportunity for some in-person classes.

 

Courses Available for this Program
 

 

EDUC70100  Early Childhood Leadership Fundamentals
EDUC70600  Interactive Learning Series in ECE 

 

 

EDUC70400  Early Childhood Leadership – Strategic Communications
EDUC70500  Finance and Administration in Early Childhood Education
EDUC70300  Human Resource Concepts in Early Childhood Education
EDUC70200  Social Justice and Early Childhood Education  

 

Note: Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.