Frequently Asked Questions About Director Certification

You must be 21 years of age or older, have a high school diploma or GED, have 2 years of experience working in a childcare center and reside in the State of Texas.  

If you do not have the two years of experience in childcare or public school, please reach out to your licensing representative to inquire about a waiver from the State.

The course is completely self-paced, and you can log in and log out at your convenience. We ask that you complete your course within 6 months.

Yes, we offer a payment plan in two payments for the 1 Year Director Course only.  You can pay per day, per week or per month.  Your certificate will not be issued until all fees have been paid.

Once the exam is complete and you have passed with a 70 or above, you will receive a copy of your certificate via email within 24-48 hours. You will then receive the original certificate in the mail within 5 business days. Once you receive the original certificate, you should mail it along with the Director Body Designation form and Personal History Statement form to your licensing representative.

If you need a replacement certificate, we offer the replacement at no extra charge.

Clock Hours in Child Development

Child Abuse & Neglect, Observation Techniques, Healthy & Safe Indoor and Outdoor Learning Environments & Building & Physical Premises Safety, Nutrition and Food Service, Preventing Communicable Diseases & Immunization Requirements, Principles of Child Growth and Development, Expectations in the Preschool Classroom, Handling, Storing & Disposing of Hazardous Materials, Playground Safety, Transportation Safety, Adventures in Discipline and Guidance, Developing a Disaster Plan,  Medication Safety,  and Preventing Food Allergies

Clock Hours in Business Management

Texas Labor Code, Common Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make, Director Responsibility, Developing Communication, Your Community and Your Center, Leadership & Professionalism, Staff Evaluations, Training of Staff, Conflict Resolutions, Human Resource Management, Record Keeping, Business Plans, Planning the Location of the Business, How to Become a Center Provider, Minimum Standards Compliance, 20 Mistakes Directors Make, and Permit Holder Responsibilities