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UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - Pennsylvania

What ChildCareEd’s Pennsylvania Approval (PQAS Organization #58015) Means

As a PQAS-Approved Training Organization, ChildCareEd has met all criteria established by The Pennsylvania Key and the Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) for delivering high-quality, regulation-aligned professional development.

Our approval confirms:

  • Verified instructional design and educational quality
  • Qualified trainers and course developers approved through PQAS
  • Alignment with Pennsylvania’s Core Knowledge Competencies
  • Compliance with Pennsylvania’s Professional Development (PD) Registry policies
  • Accurate reporting and documentation of training hours and CEUs
  • Acceptance of ChildCareEd coursework for annual training, CDA preparation, and Keystone STARS requirements

Our PQAS Organization ID: #58015 appears in the PA Key PD Registry and on all certificates issued for Pennsylvania-approved coursework.

IACET Accreditation – Accepted Nationwide

ChildCareEd is an IACET Accredited Provider, the gold standard for continuing education and CEUs. Because of this accreditation:

  • All CEUs issued by ChildCareEd meet ANSI/IACET Standard 1-2018
  • OCDEL and The Pennsylvania Key accept our CEUs for required annual training
  • Employers, higher education institutions, and credentialing bodies nationwide recognize our CEUs

Your completed coursework holds value across Pennsylvania and beyond.

Pennsylvania Training Categories We Are Approved to Offer

ChildCareEd’s PQAS approval covers a wide range of required Pennsylvania training categories, including:

✔ Annual Professional Development (12 Hours Required)

All child care staff in Pennsylvania must complete 12 hours of annual training.

ChildCareEd offers:

  • Over 200 approved courses across key competency areas
  • Certificates automatically uploaded to the PA Key PD Registry when a Registry ID is on file

✔ CDA Training & Renewal

ChildCareEd’s CDA programs are:

  • Accepted for Pennsylvania professional development
  • Recognized by the Council for Professional Recognition
  • Eligible for Keystone STARS Career Pathway advancement

Programs offered include:
CDA Infant & Toddler • CDA Preschool • CDA Family Child Care • CDA Home Visitor • CDA Renewals

✔ Director & Administrator Professional Development

ChildCareEd trainings support:

  • Program leadership competencies
  • Keystone STARS leadership requirements
  • Annual training required for Directors, Group Supervisors, and Assistant Group Supervisors

✔ PA Key PD Registry Documentation

Pennsylvania providers may:

  • Add their PD Registry ID to their ChildCareEd profile
  • Have training automatically uploaded weekly
  • Use certificates for licensing visits, STARS verification, and employer documentation

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is ChildCareEd listed in the Pennsylvania Key PD Registry?

Yes. ChildCareEd is listed as PQAS Organization #58015 in the Pennsylvania Key Professional Development Registry.

Are your online courses accepted for the 12 required annual training hours?

Yes. All Pennsylvania-approved ChildCareEd courses meet state annual training requirements.

Can I use ChildCareEd courses for the required 6-Hour Pre-Service Health & Safety Training?

No. Only OCDEL/PA Key–designated training modules fulfill the pre-service requirement.
ChildCareEd courses are approved for annual training and ongoing PD.

Can I use ChildCareEd training for my CDA or CDA Renewal?

Yes. All CDA coursework is accepted in Pennsylvania and by the Council for Professional Recognition.

Do your certificates include CEUs?

Yes. As an IACET Accredited Provider, CEUs issued by ChildCareEd meet ANSI/IACET standards and are recognized statewide and nationwide.

Pennsylvania Licensing Contact Information

For the most current training and licensing details, contact:

Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL)
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) & Pennsylvania Department of Education

📞 Phone: (717) 787-8691
📧 Email: RA-PWOCDELREG@pa.gov
🌐 Website: https://www.pakeys.org

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