Regular Certification (Level II) and above meet this requirement. The Provisional certification (Level I) training does not meet this requirement. This determination is based on the WI Department of Health & Family Services certification requirements which grant provisional certification on the basis of completing training on Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).
Does the program have a clear structure and standardized mechanism of delivery?
Level II certification includes at least 15 hours of instruction. The training component must follow the competency-based curriculum described in BHCE/BWP Operations Memo 03-49. Individuals are required to successfully complete a minimum of three courses: Introduction to Child Care Profession, Fundamentals of Family Child Care and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).
Does the program fulfill a specific set of occupational requirements with clear and measurable goals and objectives? Does the certificate holder have the required skills to be functional on the job on the first day of employment, with minimal supervision?
Training that is required for Level II certification and above, and that follows the competency-based curriculum is one step toward meeting this requirement. Day care certification requirements are clearly outlined in Chapter DWD 55. In addition to training, the individual must undergo criminal background checks, meet the qualifications for family day care, meet home and outside play area requirements, and comply with all other provisions of DWD 55.
Is the certificate transferable from one employer to another within the industry that recognizes the certificate?
Yes. Level II certification and above is recognized by day care center providers throughout the State of Wisconsin.
Is the certificate issued by one of the organizations listed in the certificate definition in WIA Policy Update 04-14?
Certification is managed by counties and tribal agencies. Certificates that are issued by the county or tribal agency meet the definition of "a public regulatory agency".
Is this a short-term training course that addresses only one skill set out of many?
Yes, but training is only one component of the day care certification requirements. Successful completion of the training program alone is not sufficient to claim credit for a certificate in WIA Title 1 performance measures. Documentation of successful completion of the training program plus proof of certification by a county or tribal agency will meet the certificate definition.
Day care certification has a continuing education requirement to renew certification. Counties or tribal agencies may require up to 5 hours of annual continuing education. Recertification occurs every two (2) years. If the participant is receiving training for the purposes of renewing the certificate, documentation of the continuing education activities plus proof of recertification by a county or tribal agency will meet the certificate definition.
Can the participant obtain employment in this occupation without successfully completing the program? Can the participant secure a license to practice skills acquired through the program? Is the license required to secure employment?
Successful completion of the training program alone is not sufficient to claim credit for a certificate in WIA Title 1 performance measures. Documentation of successful completion of the training program plus proof of certification by a county or tribal agency will meet the certificate definition.
Is successful program completion determined by a valid and reliable set of evaluation instruments?
Competency-based curricula that meet the standards outlined in BHCE/BWP Operations Memo 03-49 meet this requirement. The training certificate must be issued by the Registry of the Wisconsin Early Childhood Professional Recognition System.
Do employers in the day care industry recognize this certificate? Would they impose employment barriers because the program was completed in another State or regional location?
Level II certificates are recognized by employers throughout the State of Wisconsin, and therefore meet this requirement.
Is a certificate awarded if the participant fails to successfully complete the program, demonstrate competency and pass all required tests and examinations?
No. To receive Level II and above certification, the individual must meet all certification requirements as addressed in statutes and administrative rules.