Virtual Learning NYS SAC Credential Course (Live Instructor)

Virtual Learning NYS SAC Credential Prep Course

Course Description
The School Age Care Credential Course is an in-depth study of competency standards that reflect best practices in after-school programs.  This course is specifically designed for individuals currently employed in school age child care programs, who serve children ages 5 to 13 years old.  Competency standards demonstrating the ability to nurture children’s physical, social, emotional and intellectual growth will be explored. Major topics include maintaining a safe, healthy learning environment, child development, challenging behaviors, observing and recording, working with families, curriculum development, operational program management, communication, and professionalism. Current theories and trends of working with and educating school age children will be investigated by SACC Candidates.  Part 1 covers skill areas 1-7, and Part 2 covers skill areas 8-14.

Cost
$1,450.00 per semester*
($200 deposit fee + $1250 course)

*Two semesters are required
*** Advisement, Assessment (Endorsement), books, homework helpers and required NYSNYS membership fees are not included.

Method of Instruction
Virtual – Live-Instructor.  Class sessions will include lectures, cooperative learning opportunities, whole group discussions, group activities, observations, and use of audio-visual materials. Note: Google Classroom may be used to support learning. All candidates will need a Gmail account and Google Drive with storage to participate.

Virtual Course Policies and Syllabus

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Spring/Summer  2026
Part 1 TENTATIVE SAC Class Calendar
Wednesdays 9:30-12:30

DateTopic
Wednesday April 1Orientation/ Overview / Manual- Refresher
Wednesday April 15Professionalism (1)
Tuesday April 21Homework Help
(optional)
Wednesday April 22Child Development (2)
Wednesday May 6Safety (3)
Wednesday May 13OCFS/DOH Regulations
Wednesday May 20 Highway to Healthy Habits
Wednesday May 27
Health (4)
Thursday May 28Homework Help
(optional)
Wednesday June 3 Self (5)
Wednesday June 10Environments (7)
Tuesday June 16Homework/Make Up
(optional) 
Wednesday June 17
Guidance (6)
Wednesday June 24 STEM
Wednesday July 1Goal Setting, Action Planning & Endorsement Video

Spring 2026
Part 1 TENTATIVE SAC Class Calendar
Thursdays, 9:00am-12:00pm

DateTopic
Thursday January 8Orientation/ Overview / Manual- Refresher
Thursday January 15Professionalism (1)
Wednesday January 21Homework Help
Thursday January 22Child Development (2)
Thursday January 29OCFS/DOH Regulations
Thursday February 5Safety (3)
Thursday February 12Highway to Healthy Habits
Thursday February 26Health (4)
Thursday March 5Self (5)
Thursday March 12STEAM
Thursday March 26Guidance (6)
Tuesday March 31Homework/Make Up
Thursday April 16Environments (7)
Thursday April 23Goal Setting, Action Planning & Endorsement Video – Refresher

Scholarships

Scholarship funding to participate in this training may be available through the Educational Incentive Program (EIP). For more information or to apply for a scholarship: Find Directions Here.

Scholarships may not be used for the deposit fee.