# Early Childhood Studies: Family Childcare License Preparation (Certificate of Competency) Allan Hancock College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Early Childhood Studies (NC) Source: https://hancockcollege.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/28545/28875/28876/28883/31056 **Award Type:** Certificate of Competency **The graduate of the Certificate of Competency in Early Childhood Studies: Family Childcare License Preparation will:** 1. Successfully apply for an in-home daycare license. 2. Understand and implement regulatory conditions for an in-home daycare service. 3. Understand the developmental needs of the infants, toddlers, and children being served. 4. Provide a safe and enriching environment for the children being served. | Course | Title | Units | | --- | --- | --- | | **Five courses (69 - 115 hours) are required for the certificate. Demonstrated proficiency in English is required for the certificate.** | | | | **Required core courses:** | | 69-115 | | ECSN 7300 | Family Childcare Business NC | 9-15 | | ECSN 7301 | Child Health and Safety NC | 18-30 | | ECSN 7302 | Developmental Needs of a Child NC | 15-25 | | ECSN 7303 | Infant and Toddler Care NC | 12-20 | | ECSN 7304 | Ethics & Business Contracts NC | 15-25 | | **Total** | | **69-115** |