Directors of early child programs have complex jobs.  They must be skilled in managing the day-to-day operations of a business, and strategically leading a workforce, while providing high-quality early childhood experiences for all children.  State and national standards demand health, safety, administrative, and educational expertise in early childhood programs. 

The Program for Leaders in Early Childhood Education, in collaboration with the Leadership Development Institute and the Center for Health Care Education at Northampton Community College, provides technical and professional support to current and future program directors in the following areas:  Leadership, Strategic Planning, Accreditation, Human Resource Management, Finances, Learning Environments, Curriculum, Healthcare and Safety.  All services can be completely customized to meet your program's unique requirements. 
Call (610)332-6541.

Leadership Development - click on the following topics
            Program Administration Scale
            Support Groups for New and Experienced Leaders
            Customized, On-Site Leadership Guidance & Consultation

Professional Development - click on the following topics
            Demonstration Sites for Inclusive Child Care & Arts-Integration    
            Leadership for Early Childhood Program Director's Specialized Diploma 
            Credit and Non-Credit Courses
            Customized Workshops and Seminars
            Healthcare Education & Safety

Technical Assistance - click on the following topics

            Accreditation Support

            STARS TA

            Health and Safety

            Individual and Small Group Consultation

            Learning Communities of Practice

            Consortium Development