Explore childcare training and employment opportunities.

Exploration should include training requirements such as

• CTE technical centers that offer Early Childhood, Education, and Services
• postsecondary training programs
• certified childcare programs.

Exploration should also include employment opportunities such as

• day care provider
• babysitter
• counselor
• teacher
• health services professional
• social services professional
• recreation specialist.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

• What training opportunities are available in your community?
• Why is advanced training important for your career?
• Why is dependability an essential skill in childcare?

Communication

• How can you use online career resources to determine training requirements and job descriptions?
• How can you find childcare provider jobs?
• How can you safely market your childcare provider skills?
• Why is networking important?

Leadership

• How does childcare provide leadership skills applicable to future life experiences?
• How can you demonstrate leadership when working with young children or childcare management?

Management

• Would you consider a career in working with children? Why or why not?
• How do you determine the fair market value for childcare services?