A
credential is an
"training certification" of
establishing the qualifications
of skilled professionals in
Head Start. The
process consists of the
attainment of a specific skill
level and knowledge of
regulations and the assessing of
the candidate's educational
background and experience. A
credential is then awarded to
the professional who meets the
standards set for the content
area.
The credential program is
designed as a valid and reliable
measure of a candidate's
understanding of the core
regulations related to a content
area. Candidates enrolled
in the credential program
acquire a skill set of the best
practices and procedural methods
for implementing, monitoring and
managing regulations within a
school environments.
The
credential signifies that a
student has enrolled, attended
and successfully completed the
requirements of a specific area
within a school program.
In
order to complete a credential
program, all students must
complete the Credential Core
Requirements.
HS
University offers the following
credential programs to enrolled
students: |