The Introduction to the Child Care Profession course prepares individuals with the knowledge and skills required to provide care for children in group and family child care settings.
Participants will learn about the state of Wisconsin licensing regulations, professionalism and roles and responsibilities in the field. This course also offers a foundational understanding of early childhood development, quality programs, relationships, curriculum, environments and more.
This non-credit course fulfills the requirements described in The Department of Children and Families Chapter 251 for Family and Group Child Care.
This course requires completion of 50 hours of participation, including independent study, coursework and includes at least 15 hours of face to face/virtual sessions.
Upon successful completion of the course, student's Wisconsin Child Care Registry accounts will be updated, showing the course as verified.
Class Schedule:
Required Virtual Face to Face Sessions via Zoom
See Registry Course Description for dates and times.
At least 10 hours of Virtual / Face to Face sessions are required.
At least 35 Hours of independent work is required for successful completion of course.
This course is offered online via an online platform and face to face via ZOOM. Participants must have access to Wi-Fi and a computer or laptop (cell phones are not recommended).
Students must complete an online registration from by the registration end date. The registration link will be sent via email after you have completed your transaction. Please check your email and spam folder for registration link.
Students will receive a Welcome Email on the first day of class, which will include the Zoom link and additional information needed to attend class.

