Family Child Care Provider
Certificate of Proficiency Child Development · Merritt College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Program Description
The Family Child Care Provider certificate program is designed to prepare students to meet the unique demands for running a quality Family Child Care business. This specialization under the Child Development Department focuses on program, business practices and regulatory compliance. A Certificate of Proficiency will be awarded upon satisfactory completion of the courses specified below. The Certificate of Proficiency is not indicated on the student's transcript.
Career Opportunities
Career opportunities include service providers in the Family Child Care Centers.
Learning Outcome(s)
- Practice involving families in all aspects of the program, and demonstrate ability to communicate and work with families in respectful ways.
- Apply regulatory and legal compliance requirements of a successful Family Child Care Business.
- Implement a comprehensive approach to creating developmentally and culturally appropriate environments in the family child care setting.