Frequently Asked Questions About Training Classes
- What classes do I need to take to work in a center?
- What classes do I need to take to open my own Family Child Care Home?
- I have a college degree; do I have to take all of the classes?
- I have taken classes in a different state, do I have to take Florida’s classes, too?
- Do I have to take the classes, can I just take the test without taking the classes?
- How do I register for the exams?
- How do I get copies of my certificates?
- Do my state mandated certificates ever expire?
- If I have taken the 30 Hour FCCH class but now want to work in a center, can I use that class to cover the required classes?
- Questions about the test location, dates, times, requirements, re-scheduling, issues/problems…
- How can I pay for the classes?
- How do get my National CDA?
- Where do I send my payment for the competency exam?
- Can I buy the training participant guides to study for the exam?
- Can I get my money back if something comes up, like sickness, car accidents, etc.?
- Can I make up a missed class?
- I want to own my own center, how do I do that?
- Are FCCPC Renewals required?
- What is a FCCPC formerly known as CDA?
- How much does your FCCPC program cost?
- What is a CEU?
- What’s the difference between the 3 Hour FCCH and the 30 Hour FCCH?
- How do I get a copy of my exam results?
- How do I get in-service training for state mandated training?
- Do I have to retake the State Mandated courses now that they have changed the classes?
- What classes do you have to take to get your Director Credentials?
- 8 Hour Health, Safety and Nutrition, 6 Hour BOS, 6 Hour Child Growth & Development, 4 Hour Child Abuse & Neglect, 6 Hour Rules & Regulations for Facility
- 10 Hour Infant/Toddler, Preschool, School Age, or Special Needs ($45)
- 5 Hour Literacy (free on-line)
- 8 Hour Health, Safety and Nutrition, 6 Hour BOS, 6 Hour Child Growth & Development, 4 Hour Child Abuse & Neglect, 6 Hour Rules & Regulations for FCCH
- 5 Hour Literacy (free on-line)
For exemptions call the Child Care Training Center at 1-888-352-2842
I have taken classes in a different state, do I have to take Florida’s classes, too?Yes. Without a degree, there are no exemptions for the classes.
Do I have to take the classes, can I just take the test without taking the classes?Yes, you can. However, keep in mind, that the test was developed from the class material (the participant’s guide and trainer’s guide). If you fail the exam, you will be required to take and pay for the class and then repay for the test.
How do I register for the exams?Call 1-888-375-3926 or go towww.myflorida.com/childcare/training and click on “View my Transcript” link. Follow the directions and there should be a link to click for registering for exams.
How do I get copies of my certificates?Go towww.myflorida.com/childcare/training and click on the “View my Transcript” link and follow the directions from there.
Do my state mandated certificates ever expire?No. Once you have one, it is good in the State of Florida forever.
If I have taken the 30 Hour FCCH class but now want to work in a center, can I use that class to cover the required classes?No, you must complete the 6 hour BOS class and the 6 hour Rules and Regulations for a child care facility which is required to work in the center.
Questions about the test location, dates, times, requirements, re-scheduling, issues/problems…Call 1-888-375-3926 with 10 days or more notice. Otherwise if less than 10 days away you need to contact the following Training Coordinating Agency at 1-850-872-7550.
How can I pay for the classes?- VISA or MasterCard on-line or in person
- Check-- Money order--Cash
Contact:
Council For Professional Recognition
2460 16th Street
NW Washington DC 20009-3575
Telephone: 800-424-4310/202-265-9090
Early Education & Care, Inc.
450 Jenks Avenue
Panama City, FL 32401
Refer to your confirmation letter; if you do not have one, you can download one atwww.myflorida.com/childcare/training, and then click on the “View my transcript” link. Follow the directions to get to the transcript, once there, click on the button that says letter, next to the test you are taking.
Can I buy the training participant guides to study for the exam?Yes, you may purchase the training module and study guide from Kids Incorporated for $20.00 each training class.
Can I get my money back if something comes up, like sickness, car accidents, etc.?No. We have a “No Refund” policy. If you do not attend class for any reason, you cannot get a refund. With 48 hours written notice we will transfer you one time to the same class within a 6 month period.
Can I make up a missed class?No, we do not offer make up classes. If you give us a 48 hour written notice before the class begins, we can transfer you to another class. However, if a class will meet four times and you can’t or don’t attend one of those meetings, there is no way to make up that one class and you will not receive in-service credit.
I want to own my own center, how do I do that?You must get a director’s credential among other requirements. Please go towww.myflorida.com/childcare/training and click on the “Director’s Credential” link. All of the requirements and DCF contact is listed there.
Are FCCPC Renewals required?Yes, as of June 30, 2005 FCCPC renewals are required to be renewed every 5 years. However, if your FCCPC has already expired, you have until December 31, 2008, to meet this new requirement. You can get more information and a contact number from the website atwww.myflorida.com/childcare/training and click on the Florida Child Care Professional Credential Program link.
What is a FCCPC formerly known as CDA?A FCCPC is a Florida Child Care Professional Credential.
How much does your FCCPC program cost?Total cost is $525.00. Our FCCPC Program is divided into four sections. Please see the FCCPC information for more information.
What is a CEU?A CEU is a continuing education unit. For every 10 hours of training, it equals one CEU. CEUs state that the training exceeds in-service hours. To obtain a CEU, it usually requires an additional payment. Kids Incorporated offers CEUs at a cost of $25.00 per certificate. CEUs are only given when a class specifies that a person can get a CEU.
What’s the difference between the 3 Hour FCCH and the 30 Hour FCCH?The 3 Hour Fundamentals of Child Care training is for a person who would substitute for an operator of a Family Child Care Home. The State of Florida does not require that a substitute takes this class.
How do I get a copy of my exam results?Go towww.myflorida.com/childcare/training. Click on the “View my Transcript” link. If you passed the test, the button will say “Print.” If you failed the test, the button will say “Status.” If you have any questions about the test, please call 1-800-768-8316, extension 2289.
How do I get in-service training for state mandated training?Go towww.myflorida.com/childcare/training. Click on the “Child Care Facility, Registered Family Day Care Home or the Licensed Family Day Care Home” link. Then click on the “Annual In-service Training” link. (This will take you to an Acrobat file). Press print. Bring the form to the class and have the trainer sign it for every night you attend the class.
Do I have to retake the State Mandated courses now that they have changed the classes?No, the changes are only in effect for people who take classes after August 1, 2006. If you have taken the 40 hours before that you don’t have to take the classes again.
What classes do you have to take to get your Director Credentials?Log ontowww.myflorida.com/childcare/training and scroll down until you see the link for the Directors Credential. Call 1-866-320-9710 for the Child Care Credential Unit and they should be able to assist you.
