Child Care Professional Development
As a foundation of a successful child care career, these courses meet MSDE Office of Child Care requirements and count toward the Maryland Child Care Credential Program. You can grow your skills, advance your credential level, and deliver higher-quality care to the children and families you serve.
Program Information
Supporting working child care professionals and those preparing to enter the field, these classes meet Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) Office of Child Care requirements and count toward the Maryland Child Care Credential Program, helping you build the training hours needed to advance your credential level and grow in your career.
All classes are offered fully online with no set meeting times, so you can complete them around your existing schedule. Whether you are looking to meet a specific MSDE requirement, strengthen a particular skill, or explore a new area of practice, there is a course for you.
From child development and behavior to health, safety, curriculum, and cultural competence, these courses cover the full range of knowledge and skills that effective childcare professionals need. Whether you are new to the field or expanding your expertise, each course area addresses real-world practice and aligns with Maryland Child Care Credential Program requirements.
FCC Completion Awards
Earn an FCC Completion Award for each course completed, recognizing your growing skills and commitment to the field.
Maryland Child Care Credential Program
Every course in this program meets Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) requirements and aligns with Maryland Child Care Credential Program Levels 2 through 4. The hours you complete count toward the Core of Knowledge training hours required to advance your credential level with the State of Maryland.
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At a Glance
Career Opportunities
Professional development is the foundation of a long, successful career in child care. These courses meet MSDE Office of Child Care requirements and count toward the Maryland Child Care Credential Program, helping you grow your skills, advance your credential level, and deliver higher-quality care to the children and families you serve.
Increase Your Skill Set
From child development and behavior guidance to health and safety, family engagement, and curriculum planning, each course you complete counts toward the Core of Knowledge training hours required by MSDE. Get started and move closer to the next level in the Maryland Child Care Credential Program and the recognition that comes with it.
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Advance Your Career
Advancing through Maryland Child Care Credential Levels 2 through 4 may make you eligible for achievement bonuses and tuition assistance through the Maryland Child Care Career and Professional Development Fund. Whether you are deepening expertise in a specific area or broadening your knowledge across multiple domains, each course adds measurable value to your professional profile and your practice in the classroom.
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Secure Your Future
The FCC Early Childhood Development AAS program is a natural next step for professionals who want to deepen their expertise and advance into leadership roles in the field.
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Elisabeth Lean
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