Running a safe, licensed child care program in Oklahoma means juggling schedules, breaks, and supervision without ever falling out of ratio. This guide gives directors and lead teachers a practical, inspection-ready staffing plan you can implement today. It blends Oklahoma-specific rules, proven r... How can Oklahoma child care programs cover staff breaks and always stay in ratio?
Training season is coming. In Oklahoma, your #providers need state-approved #training that fits real schedules, budgets, and classroom life. This article gives clear, local steps you can use right away. Use trusted resources like ChildCareEd’s Oklahoma guide and Oklahoma DHS pages like the P... Training Season in Oklahoma: Making Professional Development Feel Practical, Local, and Worth Providers’ Time
Licensing visits can feel stressful, but with a plan you can be calm and ready. This article helps #providers in #Oklahoma know what inspectors look for, how to prepare, and what to do after a visit. Read the quick tips, checklists, and links to helpful tools so your program can shine. Remember: s... How can Oklahoma child care providers prepare for licensing visits?
Supporting Growth, Safety, and Quality Care Child care professional #development is an essential part of building a strong, effective #early-childhood workforce in Oklahoma. Professionals who work with young children—whether in child care #centers, family child care #homes, school-age program... Child Care Professional Development in Oklahoma
Are you budgeting for your CDA and wondering why training costs are separate from the credentialing fee? Understanding the difference can help you plan expenses and avoid surprises. Start with ChildCareEd’s FREE CDA Introduction, which provides an overview of the credentialin... CDA Certificate Cost: Training Fee vs. CDA Credential Fee Explained
World Teachers' Day is a special day we celebrate every October 5th. It's a day to say thank you to teachers all around the world. ChildCareEd, an organization deeply committed to supporting #early-childhood-educators, plays an essential part in honoring and empowering these educators on this specia... Celebrating World Teachers' Day and Nurturing Early Childhood Educators: ChildCareEd's Commitment to Excellence
The Ohio Healthy Programs for child care facilities address the significant issue of childhood obesity, as highlighted by the CDC's 2018 report revealing that 1 in 5 children are affected. In Ohio, WIC data from the same year indicates that 14.6%-15.4% of 2-4 year olds were overweight, emphasizing t... Ohio Healthy Programs (OHP)
ChildCareEd courses can be converted to Ohio Approved credit and are accepted by the Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services for annual ongoing professional development requirements for staff members, employees, administrators, providers, emergency/substitute caregivers, assistants, and family c... UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - Ohio
Head Start leaders are facing a proposal that could reshape enrollment, schedules, staffing, family services, and classroom practice. While the rule is not final, Leveling the Playing Field: ERSEA for Head Start can help providers strengthen eligibility, recruitment, selection, enrollment, and atten... What Would the Proposed Head Start Changes Mean for Children and Families?
Can a simple sorting mat help preschoolers become more curious, confident food explorers? Fruits-versus-vegetables sorting supports classification, language, fine-motor development, and positive nutrition conversations without pressuring children to eat. For a deeper foundation in balanced meals, fo... How Do Fruits vs. Vegetables Sorting Mats Build Healthy Eating Habits?