Evaluating Program Quality | Aim4Excellence™ Module 9

McCormick Institute for Early Childhood

BY   | October 23, 2024

This module focuses on the critical role that a program leader provides by modelling for staff and demonstrating to facilities, a program’s commitment to ongoing inquiry and quality improvement.

  • Describe the purpose, types, and ethics of program evaluation
  • Select appropriate program evaluation tools
  • Utilize evaluation tools to assess program needs and to support continuous quality improvement (CQI)
  • Identify desired outcomes for program improvement
  • Plan for program improvement strategically through cycles of inquiry
  • Establish norms of continuous quality improvement (CQI) by engaging families and staff in collaborative program evaluation


You may register for this module at any time and will receive log-in instructions as soon as your payment is verified.

This is Module 9 of the nine modules that make up the Aim4Excellence™ National Director Credential. Take only one or a few Aim4Excellence modules to build competence in a specific management area or complete all nine to earn the Aim4Excellence National Director Credential.

Registration cost

Credits

Scholarships

$200

Cost includes: All required reading materials, assignments, and media

Total clock hours: 16

Illinois Gateways for Opportunity Approved

Applies toward the Illinois Director Credential (IDC) Core Competency Requirements

College credit is available for an additional fee if this module is combined with Aim4Excellence Module 7 Supporting Children’s Development and Learning: and Module 8: Creating Partnerships with Families. LEARN MORE

Your local child care resource and referral agency may have scholarship funds available to assist with your registration or tuition costs for this event. Find your local CCR&R.