The Florida Child Care Professional Credential, Birth to Age 5, is awarded through The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF). It is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide quality childcare programs. The completion of these courses coupled with 480 hours of observation or work experience with children birth through 5 qualifies the student for the FCCPC. Additionally, these courses can be transferred into Early Childhood College Credit Certificate programs, Associate in Science degree or the Associate in Arts in Early Childhood degree. Contact the department head for additional information and assistance with your FCCPC application.