Child Growth and Development (ONL)

This 45-hour certification course satisfies the child development portion of the MSDE requirement for child care teachers and directors. Gain a broad overview of major concepts, theories, and research related to the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of the child from birth through age 12. This course and a 45-hour course in age-appropriate curriculum (preschool, infant-toddler, or school-age) are required to complete the 90-hour certification for child care. Students must successfully complete all course requirements to receive a certificate. Aligns with MD Staff Credential levels 2-4.