This course provides students with broad knowledge of the principles and practices involved in the administration and management of a childcare centre. Students will learn the necessary skills to fulfill the role of administrator of an early childhood education program.
Prerequisites
ECED 2313, ECED 2314, ECED 2315.
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What you will learn
- Regulations and contractual obligations
- Childcare operations and compliance
- Philosophy of a childcare centre
- Inclusive services
- Policies and procedures for inclusive content
- Grant and funding bodies for specific childcare program(s)
- Financial management for childcare administrators
- Staff orientation
- Staff performance evaluation
- Program assessment tools
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42272 |
January 4, 2027 to March 1, 2027 |
Lecture | VCC Downtown Campus | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42273 |
January 4, 2027 to March 1, 2027 |
Lecture | VCC Downtown Campus | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72784 |
September 14, 2026 to November 9, 2026 |
Lecture | VCC Downtown Campus | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.