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Introduction: Family Policy Handbook Project

The intention of this module is to introduce you to the Home-Based Child Care Final Project, including the rubric which will be used to score your final project submission.

Introduction to a Home-Based Child Care Program

In this module, we will discuss a home-based childcare business, including how to operate one, based on your state guidelines. We will also discuss the basic needs and start-up costs for running a home-based childcare business.

Bookkeeping Basics

This module covers how to properly budget your Home-Based Childcare program, including what type of liability insurance you should get, how to pay taxes, filing tax forms, and your responsibilities to your clients.

Childcare Contracts

In Module 4, you will learn how to create a childcare contract and expand on your policy handbook. You will learn what to put into your childcare contract and what additional information goes into your policy handbook. You will learn what resources are available to you as the Home-Based Childcare provider.

Rate Setting and Invoice Processing

In this final course module, you will be learning about pricing structures and how to set your market rates for your Home-Based Child Care center. You will learn how to set your payment terms and your policies including frequency of payment, amount of payment, late fees, and returned check fees. And finally, you will be able to communicate the cost of quality in relation to your pricing.

Project Assessment: Family Policy Handbook, Including a Business Plan

For your Home-Based Child Care Capstone Project, you will submit a complete Family Policy Handbook and Business Plan for a home-based childcare business. This includes your cumulative efforts throughout all courses of the specialization, including assignments earlier in this course.

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Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Focuses on the day-to-day financial management tasks for individuals who have a home-based daycare

Provides a step-by-step guide to setting up and operating a home-based child care business

Taught by an industry expert with over 20 years of experience

Covers the essential components of a comprehensive home-based childcare business, including marketing, curriculum development, and staff management

Helps you develop a business plan and financial projections for your home-based childcare business

Provides opportunities to connect with other home-based childcare providers

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Learners who complete Child Care as a Business will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Childcare Business Owner

A Childcare Business Owner is an entrepreneur who owns and operates a childcare center. The skills and knowledge taught in this course can help you start and run your own successful childcare business. You will learn about the fundamentals of running a childcare center, including how to create a business plan, manage finances, and develop policies and procedures. This course can help you build a strong foundation for your childcare business and increase your chances of success.

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Childcare Center Director

A Childcare Center Director is responsible for the overall operation of a childcare center. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to be a successful Childcare Center Director. You will learn about the different aspects of running a childcare center, including how to develop a curriculum, manage staff, and interact with parents. This course can help you advance your career in the childcare field and prepare you for a leadership role.

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Childcare Provider

A Childcare Provider is responsible for the care and education of young children. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to be a successful Childcare Provider. You will learn about the different aspects of childcare, including how to create a safe and nurturing environment, develop age-appropriate activities, and interact with children. This course can help you get started in the childcare field or advance your career.

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Nanny

A Nanny is responsible for the care and supervision of children in a private home setting. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to be a successful Nanny. You will learn about the different aspects of nannying, including how to create a safe and nurturing environment, develop age-appropriate activities, and interact with children. This course can help you get started in the nannying field or advance your career.

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Home Health Aide

A Home Health Aide provides personal care and assistance to individuals in their homes. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to be a successful Home Health Aide. You will learn about the different aspects of home health care, including how to provide personal care, assist with activities of daily living, and interact with clients. This course can help you get started in the home health care field or advance your career.

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Early Childhood Educator

An Early Childhood Educator is responsible for the education and care of young children in a preschool or other early childhood setting. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to be a successful Early Childhood Educator. You will learn about the different aspects of early childhood education, including how to create a safe and nurturing environment, develop age-appropriate activities, and interact with children. This course can help you get started in the early childhood education field or advance your career.

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Child Development Specialist

A Child Development Specialist works with children and families to promote healthy development and well-being. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to be a successful Child Development Specialist. You will learn about the different aspects of child development, including how to assess children's needs, develop individualized plans, and work with families. This course can help you get started in the child development field or advance your career.

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Social Worker

A Social Worker helps individuals, families, and communities to address social problems and improve their well-being. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to be a successful Social Worker. You will learn about the different aspects of social work, including how to assess needs, develop plans, and provide support. This course can help you get started in the social work field or advance your career.

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Counselor

A Counselor helps individuals and families to address mental health issues and improve their well-being. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to be a successful Counselor. You will learn about the different aspects of counseling, including how to assess needs, develop plans, and provide support. This course can help you get started in the counseling field or advance your career.

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Teacher

A Teacher provides instruction and support to students in a school setting. This course may be helpful for Teachers who want to learn more about the business aspects of running a childcare center or preschool. You will learn about the fundamentals of running a childcare center, including how to create a business plan, manage finances, and develop policies and procedures.

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Business Owner

A Business Owner owns and operates a business. This course may be helpful for Business Owners who want to learn more about the childcare industry. You will learn about the different aspects of running a childcare center, including how to create a business plan, manage finances, and develop policies and procedures.

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Entrepreneur

An Entrepreneur starts and runs a business. This course may be helpful for Entrepreneurs who want to learn more about the childcare industry. You will learn about the different aspects of running a childcare center, including how to create a business plan, manage finances, and develop policies and procedures.

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Franchise Owner

A Franchise Owner owns and operates a franchise of a larger company. This course may be helpful for Franchise Owners who want to learn more about the childcare industry. You will learn about the different aspects of running a childcare center, including how to create a business plan, manage finances, and develop policies and procedures.

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Nonprofit Manager

A Nonprofit Manager oversees the operations of a nonprofit organization. This course may be helpful for Nonprofit Managers who want to learn more about the childcare industry. You will learn about the different aspects of running a childcare center, including how to create a business plan, manage finances, and develop policies and procedures.

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Policy Analyst

A Policy Analyst develops and analyzes policies. This course may be helpful for Policy Analysts who want to learn more about the childcare industry. You will learn about the different aspects of running a childcare center, including how to create a business plan, manage finances, and develop policies and procedures.

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