# Early Childhood Studies NC: Family Childcare License Preparation (Certificate of Completion)

Allan Hancock College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Early Childhood Studies (NC)

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**Award Type:** Cert of Completion

The noncredit Family Childcare License Preparation certificate of completion will increase students' understanding of regulatory requirements and how to implement the best business practices when planning to license and operate an in-home family childcare business. Program completion does not ensure license approval.

**The graduate of the Cert of Completion in Early Childhood Studies NC: Family Childcare License Preparation will:**

1.  Understand various factors to consider when starting their own family childcare business.
2.  Learn about best practices in operating a family childcare business and develop strategies to integrate professional ethics into decision making.
3.  Apply ethical standards to ensure regulatory compliance.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **To earn this certificate, both courses must be completed with an SP grade. Demonstrated proficiency in English is also required.** | |  |
| **Required core courses:** | | 24-40 |
| ECSN 7300 | Family Childcare Business NC | 9-15 |
| ECSN 7304 | Ethics & Business Contracts NC | 15-25 |
| **Total** | | **24-40** |