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Getting Started in Childcare

Learn what working with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers looks like in centers and homes, the child-safety and mandated-reporting basics every caregiver follows, and how to pick between daycare, preschool, and in-home care. After finishing you can apply for an assistant teacher or childcare aide role.

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Introduction to Childcare

The field that cares for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age kids in licensed centers, home-based programs, and private households. Entry-level roles include assistant teacher, childcare aide, preschool aide, and in-home nanny.

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