Why do you have to have a high school diploma or GED to work in a daycare?

Question

So I mean I went to school for 12 years but always had a hard time learning as quick as the other children in my classes, but I graduated but the HSGE (high school graduation exam) was impossible for me to pass because I never took regular classes.... I had 2 be put in special ed classes and so did one of my best friends...... so I got a certificate of diploma and my dream job is to work in a daycare but you HAVE to have a ged or hs diploma....... well i tried the ged and its too hard i cant do it! so im just gonna find a job! any options! Be positive here! Because I wanna work and make something of my life!

Answer 1

Ashley,

I understand your struggle. If you do consider going to college there is a college in Arizona that only takes people with learning disabilities.

Most day care facilities will require at least an AA in Early Childhood Education, or a similar degree. That doesn't mean you can't work at a day care center. Talk to day care center owners about it. Find out how widespread the requirements are for your area, and if you can work there with your current accomplishments.

Community colleges teach these classes, and they work a little slower than 4-year colleges. It might take you longer than some others, but you CAN do it. This is your dream, make it come true!

If you have more questions, you can email me through my profile here.

Answer 2

to make money I'll say''

Answer 3

Many jobs require a HS Diploma or GED.  For daycare, it is most likely a state requirement.

Many jobs require you to have a certain education level in order to determine your competency for that particular position.  For example, my job requires you to have a college degree.  It would be very difficult for anyone without college training to do my job.  I would assume it is the same for jobs that require a HS Diploma and GED.  Many jobs require basic math, English and problem solving skills.  A diploma or GED is an easy way of determining your candidacy for these positions.

You cannot ask employers (and the government depending on the laws surrounding certain positions, especially in health care) to lower the standards for a position because you're convinced that getting a GED is too hard.  It won't work and you will only remain under-employed that way.  You CAN get a GED.  It might take you a lot of extra work and study but you CAN do it.  Don't sell yourself short!  Try going to a Sylvan Learning Center and seeking help to prepare for your GED.  You have to overcome the obstacles in your life, not let them rule over you.

Answer 4

Wow, the GED is easy to pass.  What's wrong with you?  Your writing skills are reasonable as shown in your ability to write that question.  I think you just have some mental block that prevents you from achieving your full potential.  So get over it.

Answer 5

It depends on the opinion of the owner but I dont think by law you need anything.  I know highschool kids that work at daycares.

Answer 6

Honestly, most people just lie. Most places of employment do not verify your hs diploma (very few even check to verify college education). I am not condoning this but I know alot of people out there that just lie. If you have a certificate of diploma why dont you just put that on your resume. Sounds like a hs diploma to me.

Answer 7

save up $150 and type 'fake college report card' into google. click on 1st site. there you can get fake GED documents and even highscool report cards.. . of course they also have college transcripts and diplomas. . if you wanted to fake it into an even better job! good luck