Preparation for the Florida Child Care Professional Credential (FCCPC)
The Florida Child Care Professional Credential, Birth to Age 5, is awarded through The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF). It is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide quality childcare programs. The completion of these courses coupled with 480 hours of observation or work experience with children birth through 5 qualifies the student for the FCCPC. Additionally these courses can be transferred into Early Childhood College Credit Certificate programs, Associate in Science degree or the Associate in Arts in Early Childhood degree. Contact the department head for additional information and assistance with your FCCPC application.
Credential Requirements
Required Courses
DEP 2001: This course includes 10 hours of observations. See course description for more information.
EEC 1100 and EEC 2521: These courses include 20 hours of service learning. See course descriptions for more information.
EEC 2940C: This course includes 30 hours of service learning. See course description for more information.
Total Credit Hours: 12