Early Childhood Education FAQs
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You can do so by mail, internet, fax, or simply come by to one of our locations? See Registration Options.
Yes, you will earn a certificate for every class completed and passed plus the corresponding CEUs (Continuing Education Units).
No, these classes are not transferable towards a college degree.
The first thing you need to do is call the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE), Division of Early Childhood, 240-314-1400 or 240-314-1401 to schedule an orientation. MSDE provides you with a registration to open your family child care. Montgomery College only provides the classes needed as part of the licensing requirements.
The phone number is 240-314-1400.
Yes there are. For more information, please visit 2016 Chart Center Staff Requirements. (PDF, 
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Visit MSDE for more information: https://marylandpublicschools.org/Pages/default.aspx
- GED or High School Diploma
- 120 hours of classes
- (ECS023, ECS027 or ECS049, and ECS028 Spanish classes)
- (ECH205, ECH207 or ECH208 and ECH132 English classes)
- 480 Working with children in a classroom setting
- Professional Resource File (Portfolio)
- Parents Questioners
- Observation
- Exam with the Council for Professional Recognition
The toll free number is 1-800-424-4310.
Yes, you can get up to 6 credits.
For more information, please contact Dr. Marsha McLean, Senior Professor, Early Childhood Coordinator. marsha.mclean@montgomerycollege.edu, 240-567-1595.
You may also visit Early Childhood Education Technology AAS. degree.