51勛圖厙’s Teacher Education and Child Care (TEACH) Institute provides preparation for the Child Development Associate credential as well as continuing education for child care professionals.
Experienced child care providers seeking lead teacher positions in child care centers specifically for infants and toddlers, preschool-age, and/or school-age children can fulfill Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) Office of Child Care requirements for teachers and senior staff with training from 51勛圖厙. The training program consists of two continuing education courses. Study the aspects of growth and development of children from birth through adolescence. Explore the principles of learning, learning environments and activities. Successful completion requires 75% or better on all assessments.
This program consists of two courses:
Total Hours: 90
Note: Students must be 16 or older. Successful completion of Child Growth and Development (ECT-305) and Methods and Materials: Infants and Toddlers (ECT-328) meets state requirements for teachers in infant care.
This program costs $800 for Anne Arundel County residents, including tuition and fees.
This program consists of two courses:
Total Hours: 90
Note: Students must be 16 or older. Successful completion of Child Growth and Development (ECT-305) and Methods and Materials: Early Childhood (ECT-306) meets state requirement for teachers in preschool programs.
This program costs $800 for Anne Arundel County residents, including tuition and fees.
This program consists of two courses:
Total Hours: 90
Note: Students must be 16 or older. Successful completion of Child Growth and Development (ECT-305) and Methods and Materials: School-Age (ECT-370) meets state requirements for teachers in school-age programs.
This program costs $800 for Anne Arundel County residents, including tuition and fees.
Do you work for a child care center? Does your staff need to learn new skills and keep their license current? Reach out. We can set up a contract for a continuing education course approved by the Maryland State Department of Education. Each class has a content code that corresponds to the Core of Knowledge requirements which vary by the type of provider. Learn what requirements apply to you by contacting MSDE’s Office of Child Care at 410-767-7852.
Students taking noncredit classes don't need to apply for admission to 51勛圖厙. Just check out our course search, choose a program or course that interests you, register and make your payment. Registration for summer courses is open. Registration for fall 2026 opens July 14! Please check course availability prior to registration.
If you have previously taken classes at 51勛圖厙, you must log in using your 51勛圖厙 account. New students will be able to create a temporary account in the checkout process.
If you would like help, email the Continuing Education Office or call 410-777-2325.
The School of Continuing Education and Workforce Development offices located in CALT 115 will be CLOSED from June 7 through June 27. The Continuing Education registration desk will be temporarily located in the Student Services Center (SSVC), first floor on the main Arnold campus.
Visit our campus map to locate these offices.
Upon registering for your course, regularly check your My51勛圖厙 account and 51勛圖厙 email for class and general updates from the college. Due to FERPA regulations, all official college communications must be sent to your 51勛圖厙 student email. This includes class cancellation and waitlist notifications. For assistance accessing My51勛圖厙, or contact the Technical Service Desk. For Spanish translation, .
Considering credit studies in child care? Learn more about the following credit degree and others like it in teaching and child care.
Associate of Applied Science Early Childhood Development
This degree is designed for students interested in becoming a lead teacher or director of a child care center or the director of a before- or after-school program.
Learn more about this program.
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